Darin was a very special and talented entertainer. He was a Grammy award winning singer ('Mack The Knife'), a respected member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ('Dream Lover', 'Splish Splash', 'If I Were A Carpenter') a member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, a successful record producer, an Oscar nominated actor and a strong supporter of the American Heart Association. Bobby was married to actress Sandra Dee from 1960-1967. They had one son, Dodd, born in December 1961. As a result of complications from a rheumatic heart, Bobby's life was tragically cut short in 1973.
Darin's mother, Vanina Cassotto, had given birth to him when she was 16, and as a result, her parents raised Darin as though he were their son while Vanina was presented off as his elder sister. Darin did not learn the truth about his parentage until he was 32.
For more on Bobby Darin, watch "Beyond the Sea," in which Kevin Spacey portrays the entertainer.
A Taste Of Honey
Bobby Darin Lyrics
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Me the warmth of thee a taste of honey a taste much
Sweeter than wine
He will return he will return he'll come back for the
Honey and me
I'll leave behind my heart to wear and may it e'er remind
You of a taste of honey a taste much sweeter than wine
Honey and me
In this poignant and romantic track from bobby’s 1962 album “Oh! Look at Me Now”, the persona is moving away, perhaps to a distant land, from the warmth and comfort of their significant other. They are seeking solace in a taste of honey, a sweetness that can sustain them through the cold winds of the unknown. The honey is compared to wine in its sweetness and it’s hard to discern whether the persona views the honey as a literal or a metaphorical escape. Nevertheless, they leave their heart behind in the hope that it will always remind their lover of the taste of honey they shared together.
Line by Line Meaning
Cold winds may blow o'er the icy sea but I'll take with Me the warmth of thee
Even if facing difficult times, I will hold onto the love and warmth of my significant other.
a taste of honey a taste much Sweeter than wine
The joy and sweetness of love are incomparable to any other pleasure.
He will return he will return he'll come back for the Honey and me
No matter where life takes us, we will always find our way back to each other.
I'll leave behind my heart to wear and may it e'er remind You of a taste of honey a taste much sweeter than wine
Even if we are separated, my love will always be a reminder of the sweetness and joy of our time together.
He will return he will return he'll come back for the Honey and me
Our love is strong enough to withstand any distance or time apart, and we will always find our way back to each other.
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DANIELE TIGNINO, EMILIANO PATRIK LEGATO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Kirana22
Bobby Darin gives a different interpretation of the song, as it has been covered by numerous artists. Like it!
ELSA GRANADOS
Hermosa Interpretación de esta Canción...Arreglos, Orquestación y Voz...EXTRAORDINARIOS!!
SaraJane Healey
The fact that he was only famous for fifteen years and gave us so much marvelous music just makes me love him even more! He is my FAVORITE and the amount of people who do not know him and then spend time with me and listen to my albums and just go HOLY SHIT! Then become fans and tell me about songs they found makes me feel proud.
Zorina Bakah
Fabulous
Christine W.
Great !! Love it !
John Benn
GOD---Bobby was so,so, fantastic.
From a mad keen 74yo Aussie fan.
Steve Austin
Damn ! his version feels as if James Bond is singing
Arthur Villarreal
A very cool 😎 cat.
zills2
thank you!
vanhalenman1984
Who does Jim Morrison sound like??...