His single "Here in My Heart" was number one in the first UK Singles Chart, published by the New Musical Express in 1952, putting him into the Guinness Book of World Records. The song stayed there for nine weeks. Al Martino has stated that Mario Lanza dropped his plans to record this song after he called Lanza in Los Angeles and explained that his own recording would be neglected if he did so.
One of the most successful Martino hits was "Spanish Eyes", achieving several gold and platinum discs for sales. Recorded in 1965, the song reached number 5 on the UK Singles Chart when re-issued in 1973. Even today, this classic by composer Bert Kaempfert (his original title for the song was "Moon Over Naples") is among the 50 most-played songs worldwide. Another hit was "Volare", (also known as "Nel blu, Dipinto di Blu"). In 1976, it reached number one on the Italian and Flemish charts, and was in the Top Ten in Spain, The Netherlands and France, as well as in many other European countries.
In the U.S., Martino had eleven top 40 hits in the Billboard pop singles chart in the 1960s and 1970s, with 1963's "I Love You Because" (#3) and 1964's "I Love You More and More Every Day" (#9) both reaching the Top Ten. He also sang the title song for the film, "Hush, Hush, Sweet Charlotte" (1964), and is credited in the end titles of the film.
Apart from singing, Martino played the role of Johnny Fontane in the 1972 film The Godfather, as well as singing the film's theme, "Speak Softly Love". He played the same role in The Godfather Part III and The Godfather Trilogy: 1901-1980. He recently returned to acting, playing aging crooner Sal Stevens in the short film "Cutout", appearing in film festivals around the world in 2006.
When an artist is able to combine several important elements -- numerous international hit records, personal charisma, and a unique vocal style -- it inevitably leads to success. Known for such hits as "Spanish Eyes" and "Can't Help Falling in Love" in the 60's, Al Martino was in the midst of beginning his second career, which had already taken off with great momentum in the European market. Since the fall of 1993, Al Martino's songs had flooded the radio and television airwaves in Germany, and he consistently had sold-out concerts throughout the continent.
He continued to play to audiences in his later years around venues in the USA. Sadly he died on the 14th October 2009.
I Have A Dream
Al Martino Lyrics
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To help me cope with anything
If you see the wonder of a fairy tale
You can take the future even if you fail
I believe in angels
Something good in everything I see
I believe in angels
When I know the time is right for me
I have a dream, a fantasy
To help me through reality
And my destination makes it worth the while
Pushing through the darkness still another mile
I believe in angels
Something good in everything I see
I believe in angels
When I know the time is right for me
I'll cross the stream, I have a dream
I'll cross the stream, I have a dream
I have a dream, a song to sing
To help me cope with anything
If you see the wonder of a fairy tale
You can take the future even if you fail
I believe in angels
Something good in everything I see
I believe in angels
When I know the time is right for me
I'll cross the stream, I have a dream
I'll cross the stream, I have a dream
Al Martino's song "I Have A Dream" is a hopeful and uplifting tune, which encourages listeners to continue to believe in their dreams even in the face of setbacks and challenges. Martino suggests that having a dream to sing and a fantasy to hold on to can help individuals cope with the difficulties of reality that they may encounter.
The lyrics, "If you see the wonder of a fairy tale, you can take the future even if you fail," suggest that by believing in the magic and possibility of a fairy tale, individuals can find the strength and determination to persevere through difficult times. Martino also asserts that he believes in angels and sees something good in everything he sees, a mindset that seems to keep him positive and hopeful.
The line, "When I know the time is right for me, I'll cross the stream, I have a dream," suggests that Martino believes that success will come when the timing is right, and that he will be ready to cross over and achieve his dreams when that time comes.
Overall, "I Have A Dream" by Al Martino is an optimistic and encouraging message to keep holding on to one's dreams and to have faith that those dreams will come to fruition.
Line by Line Meaning
I have a dream, a song to sing
I have a vision that inspires me and gives me the strength to face any challenge.
To help me cope with anything
This dream gives me a way to deal with whatever life throws my way.
If you see the wonder of a fairy tale
If you have an imagination and an appreciation for marvelous stories,
You can take the future even if you fail
you can remain hopeful about your future and keep pushing towards your goals even if you face obstacles and setbacks.
I believe in angels
I believe in the existence of helpful and uplifting forces in the world.
Something good in everything I see
I try to find something positive in every situation, even when it seems difficult or discouraging.
When I know the time is right for me
When I feel confident and prepared to take on an opportunity,
I'll cross the stream, I have a dream
I will confidently move forward, overcoming any obstacles in my way, because my dream and vision give me strength.
I have a dream, a fantasy
I have an imagined ideal state that gives me hope and inspiration.
To help me through reality
This dream provides a guiding light that helps me navigate through the challenges and subtleties of real life.
And my destination makes it worth the while
My ultimate goal is so worthwhile and fulfilling that it makes all of the challenges I face along the way feel worthwhile.
Pushing through the darkness still another mile
Even when the journey is challenging and uncertain, I will persevere, continuing to move forward inch by inch.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K. Ulvaeus
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lilianebelanger908
Sometimes time goes to fast, the good time will never come back.
@raduangheluta3739
În memoriam în semn de respect și aducere aminte ca un pios omagiu adus aminte marelui și regretatului meu maestrul preferat actor și cântăreț de muzică crooner al martino. Mare păcat că nu știm să ne apreciem mari noștri artiști minunați și super geniali de mare clasă cât mai sânt încă în viață lângă noi să îi iubim prețuim și respectăm valorile și care au plecat la cele veșnice și care ne-au părăsit în această viață. Al martino sa născut la data de 7 octombrie 1927 zodia balanță și a încetat din viață la data de 23 noiembrie 2009 la vârsta de numai 82de ani. Al martino a apărut pe pelicula filmului the godfather nașul în regia lui francis ford copola alături de o mare pleiadă de actori de excepție al pacino al lettieri marlon brando james caan talia shire robert de niro robert duvall diane keaton. Singurul mare post de radio particular românesc care încă îi mai difuzează pe post melodia asta originală în semn de respect și prețuire este postul meu preferat de la radio romantic fm muzică nu zgomot. Bunul dumnezeu să vă aibă în pază și protecție să vă odihnească în pace maestre acolo unde ați plecat la domnul printre stele eterne regrete și sincere condoleante familiei sale pentru că nu se va mai putea naște niciodată un asemenea mare artist minunat cu vocea sa caldă melancolică și romantică. Din partea unui admirator fan și spectator drag și fidel pentru că mi-o dedic mi-e specială nu vouă. Amin.
@jorjon741
Linda melodía, una versión original, felicidades