After a brief spell in the US Army, Vinton was signed to Epic Records in 1960 as a bandleader: "A Young Man With a Big Band." Two albums and several singles were not successful however, and with Epic ready to pull the plug, Vinton found his first hit single literally sitting in a reject pile. The song was titled "Roses Are Red (My Love)." It spent four weeks at No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Arguably, his most famous song is 1963's "Blue Velvet" that also went to No.1. 23 years later, David Lynch named his movie Blue Velvet after the song. In 1964, Vinton had two #1 hits, "There! I've Said It Again" and "Mr. Lonely", the latter now being the basis for Akon's hit "Lonely."
In the 1970s, the "Polish Prince" continued to hit the Top 40, notably with "Ev'ry Day of My Life" and "Sealed With a Kiss" in 1972. That same year, Epic Records decided to end its relationship with Vinton and ended his recording contract. Undeterred, Vinton spent $50,000 of his own money on a self-written song sung partially in Polish: "My Melody of Love." After Vinton was turned down by 7 major labels, ABC Records bought Vinton's idea, and the result was a multi-million selling single that hit #1 on the AC charts in 1974. A gold album, Melodies of Love, followed as well as a successful half-hour variety show "The Bobby Vinton Show" (which aired from 1975 to 1978). He also starred in two John Wayne movies: Big Jake and The Train Robbers.
In the course of his career, Vinton has sold over 75 million records (singles, albums, compilation inclusions, etc) and is still performing on tour and at the Bobby Vinton Blue Velvet Theatre in Branson, Missouri.
Dick And Jane
Bobby Vinton Lyrics
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See Jane laugh and play
Look, Dick look, see pretty Jane
I'm gonna marry her someday
I've loved her since we were children
Back in grammar school
Loved her then and I always will
Then one day I kissed her
But it was all in vain
Cause I was at their reception
To have fun with Dick and Jane
Look, Dick look, look at Jane
See Jane laugh and play
Look, Dick look, see pretty Jane
I'm gonna marry her someday
Time has turned some pages
Since they moved away
I think back in stage
Of the way she'd laugh and play
Today I received a letter
That she has passed away
So one last time I kissed her
By the flowers where she'll lay
Look, Dick look, look at Jane
See Jane laugh and play
Look, Dick look, see pretty Jane
I'm gonna marry her someday
The song "Dick and Jane" by Bobby Vinton tells the story of a man who has been in love with Jane since they were children in grammar school. He loves her deeply but knows that he is a fool for believing that he could ever be with her. Despite this, he continues to hold onto his love for her throughout his life. He witnesses Jane's marriage to Dick and attends their reception, but only as a way to be close to Jane. Throughout the song, he reminisces about Jane's laughter and playfulness, which he adores. He thinks about how time has passed since they were children and how he received a letter informing him that Jane has passed away. He kisses her goodbye at her final resting place, still holding onto the hope that he will one day marry her.
The song is a poignant portrayal of unrequited love and the pain that can come from holding onto a dream that can never be realized. Despite knowing that Jane has chosen someone else, the singer of the song continues to love her and dream of being with her. He takes solace in memories of her laughter and playfulness, which remain a comfort to him even after her passing.
Line by Line Meaning
Look, Dick look, look at Jane
Bobby Vinton is calling for Dick's attention, asking him to behold Jane.
See Jane laugh and play
He's pointing out Jane's lightheartedness and fun-loving nature.
Look, Dick look, see pretty Jane
Bobby is once again calling for Dick's attention, now highlighting Jane's beauty.
I'm gonna marry her someday
He's expressing his desire and commitment to marrying Jane one day.
I've loved her since we were children
Bobby explains that he has been in love with Jane since their childhood.
Back in grammar school
This is where and when Bobby fell in love with Jane.
Loved her then and I always will
Bobby affirms that his love for Jane is everlasting.
Though I know I'm just a fool
Bobby acknowledges that the depth of his love for Jane might not be rational.
Then one day I kissed her
Bobby confesses to kissing Jane at some point in the past.
But it was all in vain
Unfortunately, the kiss didn't lead to anything more meaningful.
Cause I was at their reception
It turns out that the kiss happened at Dick and Jane's wedding reception.
To have fun with Dick and Jane
Bobby admits that he attended the reception intending to have fun with the newlyweds.
Time has turned some pages
This line alludes to the passage of time.
Since they moved away
Bobby notes that it's been a while since Dick and Jane moved away.
I think back in stage
He's reminiscing about the good old days when Jane was still alive.
Of the way she'd laugh and play
Bobby remembers Jane's joyful and playful disposition.
Today I received a letter
Bobby reveals that he recently received a letter about Jane.
That she has passed away
Sadly, the news he received is that Jane has died.
So one last time I kissed her
Bobby kissed Jane's dead body one final time.
By the flowers where she'll lay
He did so while standing near the flowers at Jane's burial site.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BLACKWELL
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歌詞：
曲：Dewayne Blackwell
編：盧東尼
詞：盧國沾
唱：李克勤
監：關維麟
漁火閃閃擦浪濤 隨那海浪舞
小娃娃 你可知道 巨浪翻起比船桅高
南風輕輕送木船 誰去掌木櫓
小娃娃 你可知道 碰着風急看運數
小娃娃 牙牙學語 何曾遇過風暴
好一個家 人船並處
茫茫碧海是父母
漁火閃閃擦浪濤 隨那海浪舞
小娃娃 你可知道 巨浪翻起比船桅高
南風輕輕送木船 誰去掌木櫓
小娃娃 你可知道 碰着風急看運數
小娃娃 牙牙學語 何曾遇過風暴
好一個家 人船並處
茫茫碧海正是父母
zues 69
this song hits me right in the heart I grew up with this music coming from a polish family the 1970s was a good time I miss then
Ma. Olivia Taglinao
What a nice song. It makes me feel young. Love to remember those childhood days.
devotee7788
Pangs of nostalgia hit me listening to this song. Pearls of tears run down my cheeks the happy memories of childhood as I listened to my brother sing this song. How I miss those days when my parents sang memorable songs I couldn't let go up to now because they fill my heart with great memories to treasure. The songs of yesteryears.
Ray Zajc
Beautiful song
Rey CFD
Thanks for sharing!
I remember my dear cousin who used to sing this song. I only remember the refrain.
Thanks be to God, I now encounter the real song and its beautifully sad lyrics.
My cousin died about 20 yrs ago.
Alma Villegas
i love this songs since i heard my husband sing it during family gathering... i didn't knew this song but when i heard it its meaningful and i love it
jeff werner
thank you for posting this recording....it's simple but sad...a song that very few artists could pull off like vinton...and thanks for the improved quality..other postings aren't nearly as good....thank you sunsetgurl...jeff
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옛날 생각이나요ᆞ
E Lab
This is one of my favorite song in my early teens. 👍👍
Emmanuel Ravalo
I was in grade 4 when this song was popular in the Philippines and reached a gold record status! It's too bad they made this the B side of "Beer Barrel Polka" in the US! It could have been a bigger hit, might have been no. 1!