In 1952 she married juggler Erik van Aro (Gerd Eric Horst Scholz). He recognized her talent and accompanied her in her initial years of worldwide success, although they later divorced. In 1953, she made her first recordings with Kurt Edelhagen. Soon afterwards she achieved great success with songs like "Malagueña", "The Breeze and I", and "Dreh dich nicht um" with the Werner Müller orchestra. In 1955 she was featured on the "Colgate Comedy Hour" with Gordon MacRae. Between 1966 and 1972 she was a frequent guest on the Dean Martin Show. In 1972, she married the British pianist Roy Budd; they had a son, Alexander, but they divorced in 1979.
In Germany she was a major performer of Schlager music. There she recorded Cole Porter's "I love Paris" i.e. "Ganz Paris träumt von der Liebe", which sold more than 500,000 copies in (1954.) Like in other countries where she was popular, some in Germany mistakenly consider her a German singer.
Over the years, she has recorded or performed with many international stars, including Louis Armstrong, Benny Goodman, Ella Fitzgerald, Woody Herman, the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, Buddy Rich, Sy Oliver, Claus Ogerman, and Chet Baker.
In 2001, she released a new album Girltalk with harpist Catherine Michel. She is also the mother of singer Eric van Aro, Jr.
People
Caterina Valente Lyrics
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People who need people,
Are the luckiest people in the world
We're children, needing other children
And yet letting a grown-up pride
Hide all the need inside
Acting more like children than children
They're the luckiest people in the world
With one person one very special person
A feeling deep in your soul
Says you were half now you're whole
No more hunger and thirst
But first be a person who needs people.
People who need people
Are the luckiest people in the world
With one person one very special person
No more hunger and thirst
But first be a person who needs people
People who need people
Are the luckiest people in the world
The lyrics from Caterina Valente's song "People" are centered around the idea that human beings need social interaction and connection to achieve true happiness. The opening line "People, people who need people" emphasizes this idea by repeating the word "people" twice, placing emphasis on the importance of relationships. The lyric "Are the luckiest people in the world" suggests that those who have the ability to connect with others are fortunate, as it brings them joy and fulfillment.
Valente notes that humans are children that constantly need each other, yet pride and ego can make us forget those needs. "Acting more like children than children" points out the irony of how adults often act childish in their behavior and interactions despite their desire to be seen as mature.
The verse about lovers highlights the fact that they too are special because they have the ability to be vulnerable with each other by exposing their inner desires and needs. Relationships are the best way to find wholeness or completeness as seen in the line "you were half now you're whole".
The chorus is a reminder that people who recognize their dependence on others, who have a sense of community, are the happiest people in the world. Ultimately, the song suggests that to achieve happiness, we have to be willing to be vulnerable, rely on others, and never forget that we are in need of people in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
People,
The world consists of many individuals who interact and make up society.
People who need people,
Individuals who recognize their need for social interaction are fortunate because they have the opportunity to build relationships.
Are the luckiest people in the world
Those individuals who have built relationships are blessed with fortune and happiness.
We're children, needing other children
We are all still learning and growing, requiring the support and companionship of others.
And yet letting a grown-up pride
Despite knowing we require others, our pride can cause us to push away those who try to help us.
Hide all the need inside
We may hide our vulnerability because we are scared of being judged or rejected.
Acting more like children than children
We can be immature and irrational in regards to our emotions and social interactions.
Lovers are very special people
Those who have found love have something truly unique and special.
They're the luckiest people in the world
Those who have found love are very fortunate to have such a strong bond with another person.
With one person one very special person
Finding one person who truly understands and cares for you can change your life for the better.
A feeling deep in your soul
Love is an intense emotion that can be felt within one's innermost being.
Says you were half now you're whole
Being in love can make you feel complete and fulfilled.
No more hunger and thirst
Being in love can satisfy one's need for companionship and support.
But first be a person who needs people.
Before one can build meaningful relationships, they must first recognize their need for others.
People who need people
Those who understand that they require social interaction and build relationships as a result.
Are the luckiest people in the world
Those who have built relationships are blessed with fortune and happiness.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MURRAY BURNS, STEPHEN GILPIN
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