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.
Be Honest With Me
Bobby Darin Lyrics
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Remember you're mine, dear, so always be true.
Wherever you wander, on land or on sea,
If you really love me, be honest with me.
My poor heart would break, dear, if you were untrue.
Asleep or awake, dear, I'll dream about you.
Though you are my darlin', you're all that I see,
Someday I'll return, dear, and make you my own,
And how I will yearn, dear, when I'm all alone.
I'll never forget, dear, your sweet memory,
If you really love me, be honest with me.
Be honest with me, dear, whatever you do,
Remember you're mine, dear, so always be true.
Wherever you wander, on land or on sea,
If you really love me, be honest with me.
If you really love me, be honest with me.
The lyrics of Bobby Darin's song "Be Honest With Me" talks about the importance of honesty in a relationship. The singer is asking his lover to always be truthful with him and never deceive him. He tells his lover that wherever they may be, on land or on sea, they should remember that they belong to each other and should always remain honest. The song stresses the idea that honesty is the foundation of any genuine relationship, and without it, things will fall apart. He also adds that if the lover really loves him, then being honest will come naturally.
The song also reflects the singer's vulnerability and his fear of being betrayed. He says that his poor heart would break if the lover was not truthful, and he cannot get over the lover even in his dreams. The song ends on a positive note, with the singer expressing his desire to be with his lover and how much he would miss them when they are apart. The lyrics of the song are simple but effective, conveying powerful emotions in a clear and concise manner.
Line by Line Meaning
Be honest with me, dear, whatever you do,
I implore you to be truthful with me, my beloved, no matter what circumstances you face.
Remember you're mine, dear, so always be true.
Please bear in mind that you belong to me, my love, and therefore, remain loyal only to me.
Wherever you wander, on land or on sea,
No matter where your journeys take you, be it on solid ground or vast waters.
If you really love me, be honest with me.
Please be honest with me about your feelings for me, only if you truly love me.
My poor heart would break, dear, if you were untrue.
My heart would be shattered, my love, if you were ever to betray me and be disloyal.
Asleep or awake, dear, I'll dream about you.
Day and night, awake or asleep, your thoughts will be with me and form the basis of my dreams.
Though you are my darlin', you're all that I see,
Although you are my beloved, you are the only person I can see and pay attention to.
Someday I'll return, dear, and make you my own,
One day, my love, I will come back to you and claim you as my own.
And how I will yearn, dear, when I'm all alone.
During times of loneliness when I am alone, the longing for you will be unbearable, my love.
I'll never forget, dear, your sweet memory,
Your pleasant and precious memories will always remain with me, my love, and I will never forget them.
If you really love me, be honest with me.
Please be honest with me about your true feelings for me, only if you genuinely love me.
Be honest with me, dear, whatever you do,
Once again, I implore you to be truthful with me at all times, my love.
Remember you're mine, dear, so always be true.
Please acknowledge the fact that you belong to me, my love, and always remain faithful to me.
Wherever you wander, on land or on sea,
No matter where life takes you, whether it's on solid ground or vast waters.
If you really love me, be honest with me.
Only if you love me truly, please be truthful with me about your feelings for me.
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EDITH SYMMANS
Mr. Smooth himself, Bobby Darin, the greatest set of tonsils ever....
We will never again see the likes of his exceptional talents, Bobby always
gave till it hurt and then some on top for good measure.... Mr. Perfection himself....
For me this is the greatest version recorded, the rich emotional vocals always touches
me deep within my own heart and soul, that is Bobby Darin for you, exceptional...
I remember this hitting the air on radio back in 1963, Bobby Darin has always been my favourite
singer / entertainer of them all, such a brilliantly talented young man gone from us far too soon.
Out of all my music collection Bobby Darin is the man I listen to 90% of the time, this voice sends me...
Thanks ever so much for this post, I keep coming back to it often....
Bobby rocks my world still...... I have loved Bobby Darin since I was four years old in the 1950's.
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Christine W.
GREAT ARTIST ❣ GREAT SOUL ❣
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You're right Christine ! Thanks
David Chernofsky
just fantastic
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Many thanks !
zills2
great! sharing on the group.
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I do my Best ! Thanks
jordi.
Makes me trip woah
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Thanks !