Rydell's performance in Bye Bye Birdie, and his recordings "Wild One" and "Volare", made him a famous show business performer of the '60s. Rydell used his talents as an impersonator and drummer mostly in pursuing a musical career rather than an acting career.
Born in Philadelphia, it was his father who encouraged him to pursue a career in show business. At the age of four, Rydell would sit in front of the TV and impersonate such performers as Milton Berle, Louis Prima and Johnny Ray. He also admired drummer Gene Krupa and began playing the drums at the age of six. At the age of seven and with his father's encouragement, Rydell began performing in nightclubs in Philadelphia.
In 1950, Rydell entered the amateur show of Paul Whiteman; his first-place win gained him a regular part on the show. He stayed with the Whiteman show for three years and then went to join several local bands in Philadelphia. It was here too that Bobby Ridarelli became the easier-to-pronounce Bobby Rydell. At 16 he began playing with local groups, landing a spot as a drummer for Rocco and the Saints. (Frankie Avalon, another Philadelphia-born musician, played trumpet for the group.) While with the band, Rydell signed a recording contract with Cameo/Parkway Records in Philadelphia. His hit "Kissin' Time," recorded in the summer of 1959, launched his musical career and made him a teen idol at the age of 17.
After making his first hit recording, he pursued a solo career, performing at the Copacabana in New York in 1961, where he was an instant hit. Rydell made his acting debut in 1962 on the television show Combat! One year later, he starred as Hugh Peabody in the famous musical Bye Bye Birdie. It was only after his acting debut that he fervently began playing the nightclub circuit.
With records like We Got Love, Wildwood Days and Sway, Rydell made himself a hit. Along with Frankie Avalon and Fabian, Bobby Rydell is known as a Philadelphia-born teen idol, known not only for his musical genius but also his handsome looks.
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Bobby Rydell Lyrics
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Baby, don't you worry
For I love only you
Oh, Cherie
I'm half crazy
With the love so true
Forever, ever, ever true
Never fear, love is here to stay
Cherie, hurry, hurry, hurry
Let me kiss your worries away
Cherie
A thousand stars in the skys
They all know that
I'm not telling a lie
Angel baby, believe what I say
I'll still love you tomorrow
Even more than I love you today
I'm yours, come what may
Yes, my love is love
Forever, ever, ever true
Never fear, love is here to stay
Whoa, oh, oh, oh
Cherie, hurry, hurry, hurry
Let me kiss your worries away
Cherie
The song "Cherie" by Bobby Rydell is a declaration of love to the titular Cherie. The lyrics are a plea to Cherie to not worry because the singer's love for her is true, making him go half crazy. He assures her that his love is forever and will never fade away. In the chorus, he asks her to hurry so he can kiss her worries away. The song continues with the singer telling Cherie that a thousand stars in the sky know that he is not lying and that he will still love her tomorrow even more than he loves her today. The singer ends the song by telling Cherie that he is hers come what may.
The song reflects the romantic style of the 1960s and the importance of declaring one's love for another. Bobby Rydell's singing style in "Cherie" is smooth and accompanied by a catchy beat and guitar riffs, making it a classic of its era.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, Cherie
The singer addresses their lover, Cherie.
Baby, don't you worry
The singer wants to reassure Cherie that they have nothing to worry about.
For I love only you
The singer is telling Cherie that they are the only one they love.
Oh, Cherie
Repeated line addressing Cherie.
I'm half crazy
The artist is overwhelmed with emotion and love for Cherie.
With the love so true
The singer's love for Cherie is genuine and sincere.
Yes, my love is love
The singer's love for Cherie is pure and real.
Forever, ever, ever true
The artist's love for Cherie is everlasting and genuine.
Never fear, love is here to stay
The artist wants to reassure Cherie that their love will never fade away.
Cherie, hurry, hurry, hurry
The artist urges Cherie to come to them quickly.
Let me kiss your worries away
The singer wants to comfort and soothe Cherie by kissing away her worries.
Cherie
Repeated line addressing Cherie.
A thousand stars in the skys
The singer wants to emphasize the vastness of their love for Cherie.
They all know that
Even the stars in the sky can attest to the singer's love for Cherie.
I'm not telling a lie
The singer is being truthful about their love for Cherie.
Angel baby, believe what I say
The artist refers to Cherie as an angel and wants her to trust their words.
I'll still love you tomorrow
The artist's love for Cherie will remain in the future.
Even more than I love you today
The singer's love for Cherie will increase with time.
I'm yours, come what may
The singer's love for Cherie will not waver, no matter what happens.
Yes, my love is love
Repeated line emphasizing the artist's true love for Cherie.
Forever, ever, ever true
Repeated line emphasizing the everlasting nature of the artist's love for Cherie.
Never fear, love is here to stay
Repeated line reassuring Cherie that the artist's love will never fade.
Whoa, oh, oh, oh
Expressing the singer's excitement and passion for their love.
Cherie, hurry, hurry, hurry
Repeated line urging Cherie to come to the artist quickly.
Let me kiss your worries away
Repeated line emphasizing the singer's desire to comfort and soothe Cherie by kissing away her worries.
Contributed by Nathan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Michael ONeil
RIP Bobby, tears in my eyes thanks for the great memories in my youth
tony salaski
This is how versatile Bobby Rydell really is!! Should be in the rock and roll Hall of fame!! This song came out when Elvis was making only movies!!!!
Soulman
I think this is one of his best songs, great video !!!
Chris Regan
Really fine VOICE!!!! Bobby 4 Ever,
r doeli
This is very nice song.
PIERO
I cherish the memories !!!
Zev Feldman
GREAT
Dominique Boulay
Super
Linda Kostin
SSSSSSSSooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooSWEEET!!!!Good memories! Aw!
samisunc
Man dig that crazy hoop skirt.