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.
You and I
Caterina Valente Lyrics
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That say come on lets ever bold
They always straight to get me out
'Cause I was wants a get about
Now I stay at home cause I no longer a court or room
So all my friends I calling him names
Cause I don't play their silly games
Of empty love I had my feel
I can no long a be blasé
I have no lurch to lead that way
So let them ever coaster
Fancy close and classy first
And quite content to let pleasure fast me by
I need only you... and I
So let then say just what I will
Of empty love I had my feel
I can no longer be blasé
I have no earch to lead that quey
So let them ever coaster
Fancy close and classy forest
I'm find content to let pleasure fast me by
I need only you and...
I
n Caterina Valente's song "You and I," the singer seems to be reflecting upon her past experiences with relationships and the people that have come and gone in her life. She speaks of individuals who are constantly pushing her to have fun and live boldly, but she resists their efforts because she has grown tired of the emptiness that often accompanies such pursuits. She has found contentment in staying at home and distancing herself from those who play "silly games" with love and relationships.
The singer then goes on to say that she no longer desires to be blasé or lead the way in the pursuit of pleasure. She has come to the realization that she only needs one person in her life - the person she is singing to - and that person is enough to bring her happiness and contentment. While others may continue to seek out fancy clothes and exciting encounters, the singer is content to let pleasure pass her by as long as she has her partner by her side.
Overall, the song seems to be a tribute to the power of love and the contentment that can come from finding someone who truly understands and supports you. It also speaks to the idea that sometimes, the most fulfilling experiences in life are the simplest ones.
Line by Line Meaning
People come and cow
People come and go
That say come on lets ever bold
They always try to persuade me to be daring
They always straight to get me out
They are always quick to suggest leaving
'Cause I was wants a get about
Because I used to enjoy wandering
Now I stay at home cause I no longer a court or room
Now I prefer staying home because I don't enjoy parties anymore
So all my friends I calling him names
So all my friends are disappointed in me
Cause I don't play their silly games
Because I refuse to participate in their trivial activities
Of empty love I had my feel
I've experienced enough shallow romance
I can no long a be blasé
I can no longer be indifferent or unimpressed
I have no lurch to lead that way
I have no urge to follow that path
So let them ever coaster
So let them ride the ups and downs
Fancy close and classy first
Dress up and look posh
And quite content to let pleasure fast me by
And I am perfectly happy to ignore fleeting pleasures
I need only you... and I
I only need you and me to be happy
Contributed by Stella E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@level2442
Caterina,is like Midas,everything she touches does becomes gold !
@malvasia17
style? talent? performance ? voice? .....perfect...just perfect at all👌
@alexdelrio45
Mrs. Valente, You are AWESOME!!! You have a wonderful and beautiful voice!! Best regards, Alejandro Del Rio
@GundulaBraum
The great Caterina - I lover her voice, filled with heart, soul and so much music.
@tonespinner
wow! the greatest Brazillian singer of all time was ITALIAN!!
@LenHummelChannel
such a wonderful and unique talent. and VERY beautiful eyes and smile that lights up a whole room.
@alkaiusal8244
Não conhecia a Caterina Valente, mas pelo pouco que já ouvi, ela levou a uma popularização da Bossa Nova por onde passou, mesmo não sendo brasileira! Grande cantora!
@tito1711
she is adorable! voice and feeling. Unique!
@TheBrendaji
What a great talent
@nonamed_9407
voce e eu... Caterina is really amazing when it comes to bossa. Everything, really.
Her skill with the guitar is quite high as well.