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.
Hello Dolly
Bobby Darin Lyrics
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It's so nice to have you back where you belong
You lookin' swell Dolly, I can tell Dolly
You still glowin', you still growin', you still goin' strong
I feel the room swayin', while the band's playin'
One of their old favourite songs from way back when
So, take a wrap fellas, find her an empty lap fellas
I feel the room swayin', but the band's playin'
One of our old favourite songs from back when
So, golly gee fellas, have a little faith in me fellas
Dolly, never go away
Promise, you'll never go away
Dolly, never go away again
The song "Hello, Dolly" by Bobby Darin is a cheerful and upbeat song expressing the joy and happiness of connecting with an old friend. The song starts with the singer greeting his friend Dolly, thrilled to have her back where she belongs. He compliments her by saying that she is still glowing, growing and going strong. The singer then goes on to describe the environment around them as the music starts playing, creating a lively atmosphere in the room. He invites his fellows to join in and enjoy the moment by taking a wrap and finding an empty lap.
The second verse reaffirms the singer's joy of being reunited with Dolly. He talks about the band playing one of their old favorite songs from back in the day, which makes the singer feel as though the room is swaying. He expresses his eagerness to have his fellows have faith in him and Dolly and promises that she will never go away. Overall, the song is a celebration of friendship and the joy of being together.
Line by Line Meaning
Hello, Dolly, this is Louis, Dolly
Louis here, happy to see Dolly again
It's so nice to have you back where you belong
Feels good to see Dolly back to where she belongs
You lookin' swell Dolly, I can tell Dolly
Dolly looks great and Louis can see it
You still glowin', you still growin', you still goin' strong
Dolly is still shining, growing and strong
I feel the room swayin', while the band's playin'
Louis is moved by the music and it's making the room sway
One of their old favourite songs from way back when
The band is playing one of their old favourite songs from the past
So, take a wrap fellas, find her an empty lap fellas
Louis asks the band to give Dolly a good seat and attention
Dolly... never go away again
Louis wants Dolly to stay with him forever
I feel the room swayin', but the band's playin'
Louis is still moved by the music despite the room swaying
One of our old favourite songs from back when
Another old favourite song from the past is being played by the band
So, golly gee fellas, have a little faith in me fellas
Louis asks the band to trust him and his decisions
Dolly, never go away
Louis pleading with Dolly not to leave him
Promise, you'll never go away
Louis is asking Dolly to promise she won't leave him
Dolly, never go away again
Louis wants Dolly to never leave him again
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JERRY HERMAN
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Daniel
on Bill Bailey, Won't You Please Come Home
One heck of a entertainer. A life cut way to soon. RIP Mr. Darin. Remember one thing he was one of the first Emmy winners, in the late 50s. When the emmys started.