He was born in Hamburg, Germany, and studied at the School of Music there. A multi-instrumentalist, he was hired by Hans Busch to play with his orchestra before serving as a bandsman in the German Navy during World War II. He later formed his own big band, toured with them, then worked as an arranger and producer, making hit records with Freddy Quinn and Ivo Robic. In 1961, he hired The Beatles to back Tony Sheridan on "My Bonnie (Lies Over the Ocean)," "When the Saints Go Marching In," "Ain't She Sweet" and "Cry for a Shadow," in a session for Polydor. These turned out to be the Beatles' first commercial recordings. When Beatles manager Brian Epstein asked Kaempfert about further promoting The Beatles, Kaempfert informed Epstein that the company was only interested in The Beatles as Tony Sheridan's backup group. (It also turned out British Decca executive Dick Rowe turned them down in favor of local beat combo Brian Poole and the Tremeloes.) He then released The Beatles from their contract with Polydor.
Danke Schön
Bert Kaempfert Lyrics
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Thank you for all the joy and pain.
Picture shows, second balcony was the place we'd meet,
Second seat, go Dutch treat, you were sweet.
Danke schoen, darling, danke schoen,
Thank you for funny cards from Spain.
I recall Central Park in fall how you tore you dress, What a mess, I confess that's not all.
Danke schoen, darling danke schoen,
Thank you for walks down Lover's Lane.
I can see hearts carved on a tree
Letters intertwined for all time.
Yours and mine, that was fine.
Danke schoen, darling danke schoen,
Thank you for seeing me again.
Tho' we go on our sep'rate ways
Still the mem'ry stays for always.
The song "Danke Schön" by Bert Kaempfert is about gratitude - thanking someone for everything they've brought into your life, both good and bad. The lyrics express gratitude for the joy and pain shared between the two people, as well as for specific memories that they've created together. The song reminisces about the times they spent together, including meeting on the second balcony, going on walks down Lover's Lane, and even a mishap in Central Park where the girl tore her dress. Despite going their separate ways, the memory of their time together will always remain.
The song is beautifully sentimental, expressing a sense of nostalgia and appreciation for past experiences with someone special. It's a reminder to always be grateful for the people who have touched our lives, even if we no longer see them. The simplicity of the lyrics combined with the beautiful melody makes it easy to relate to, and it's no wonder why it's become such an enduring classic.
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Line by Line Meaning
Danke schoen, darling, Danke schoen,
Thank you so much, my beloved, thank you so much.
Thank you for all the joy and pain.
Thank you for being part of my life, both in the happy and sad moments.
Picture shows, second balcony was the place we'd meet,
I remember the time when we used to meet at the second balcony of the picture shows.
Second seat, go Dutch treat, you were sweet.
We used to sit on the second seat and split the bill, but you were always so lovely.
Thank you for funny cards from Spain.
I appreciate the humorous postcards you sent me from Spain.
I recall Central Park in fall how you tore your dress,
I remember that autumn day in Central Park when you accidentally ripped your dress.
What a mess, I confess that's not all.
It was quite a scene, and I must admit there were other things that happened that day.
Thank you for walks down Lover's Lane.
I value the romantic walks we took down Lover's Lane.
I can see hearts carved on a tree
I still have a clear image in my mind of the hearts we carved on a tree.
Letters intertwined for all time.
Our initials were entwined, and it felt like a symbol of our never-ending love.
Yours and mine, that was fine.
Our love was shared between the two of us, and that was perfectly okay.
Thank you for seeing me again.
Thank you for taking the time to meet with me once more.
Tho' we go on our sep'rate ways
Although we must now part ways and go in different directions.
Still the mem'ry stays for always.
I will always cherish the memories we have shared together, no matter where life takes us.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BERT KAEMPFERT, KURT SCHWABACH, MILT GABLER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@eisenherzification
1923-2023 Hundert Jahre Bert Kämpfert! "DANKE SCHÖN" für deinen unvergleichlich tollen Listening Sound!
@LumenAddict
Heard this on the movie 'Blood and Gold'
@Владимир-г8л7г
Музыка на века.
@themattster1991
This is my favorite version of Danke Schon. I remember hearing this version as a teenager growing up in the 1980's.
@MagicWhatsItCalled
I'm 15 and I really appreciate music that uses real instruments, like this. I grew up listening to music like Phantom of the Opera, and even though the majority of what I listen to is computer generated sounds strung together, I still like to listen to music like this every once in a while :)
@LimaHeSilvaLS
I'm at he age of 53 and very honoured to have grown up listening to the early 60's quality music until the 80's when electronic equipment started to substitute musical instruments. The world ruined! I'm sorry for those who never experienced and enjoyed the sensation of radio stations launching real music like that of Bert Kaempfert or Ray Connif, Shirley Bassey, Mirelle Mathieu, Maysa Matarazzo, Anita Kerr and many others. Congratulations to those like me who's had a good musical background.
@serrano245
This is the original version. <3
@SandraKurz
Toller Dirigent und Musiker gewesen.Ruhe in Frieden. Grüße aus Berlin Zehlendorf
@franciscosolerpanades9348
espectacular mister Bert Kaemperft y orquesta una de la mejores del mundo que melodías perfectamente interpretadas .
@milanmihajlovic8569
My Favo song. Best version.