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.
music to watch girls by
Caterina Valente Lyrics
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Eye to eye, they solemnly convene to make the scene
Which is the name of the game, watch a guy watch a dame on any street in town
Up and down and over and across, romance is boss
Guys talk "girl talk", it happens everywhere
Eyes watch girls walk with tender lovin' care
That makes the world go 'round
"What's that sound?" each time you hear a loud collective sigh
They're making music to watch girls by
Guys talk "girl talk", it happens everywhere
Eyes watch girls walk with tender lovin' care
It's keepin' track of the fact watching them watching back
That makes the world go 'round
"What's that sound?" each time you hear a loud collective sigh
They're making music to watch girls by
The boys watch the girls while the girls watch the boys who watch the girls go by
Eye to eye, they solemnly convene to make the scene
La la la la la la la la la
The song "Music to Watch Girls By" by Caterina Valente is a catchy tune from the 1960s that is fun and lighthearted. The lyrics describe a scene where boys and girls are watching each other as they walk down the street. The boys are watching the girls, while the girls are watching the boys who are watching the girls. The lyrics suggest that this activity is a common occurrence, happening on any street in town. The scene is described as a game, where the goal is to watch a guy watch a dame. The tone is playful and flirtatious, with an undercurrent of romance.
As the boys and girls watch each other, they engage in "girl talk", a form of conversation that happens everywhere. The boys watch the girls walk with tender loving care, while the girls keep track of the fact that they are being watched, watching them back. This mutual gaze and attention is what makes the world go round, according to the lyrics. Amidst the collective sighs and sounds of admiration, the boys and girls are making music to watch each other by.
The repeated phrase "la la la la" at the end of the lyrics adds to the whimsical, carefree nature of the song. Overall, "Music to Watch Girls By" is a fun, playful song with a catchy tune and flirtatious lyrics that capture the essence of young love and attraction.
Line by Line Meaning
The boys watch the girls while the girls watch the boys who watch the girls go by
Both boys and girls enjoy watching the opposite gender and there is an unspoken agreement that everyone can look but not touch
Eye to eye, they solemnly convene to make the scene
The act of watching and being watched is a shared experience that creates a certain vibe or atmosphere
Which is the name of the game, watch a guy watch a dame on any street in town
Observing other people is a common pastime, especially when it comes to potential romantic interests that one might want to pursue
Up and down and over and across, romance is boss
Love and attraction are powerful forces that drive people to watch, pursue, and ultimately connect with others in a romantic way
Guys talk "girl talk", it happens everywhere
Men discuss women in various settings and situations, often gossiping about them or sharing their opinions and preferences
Eyes watch girls walk with tender lovin' care
Watching women walk is a particular fascination for men, who appreciate their beauty and gracefulness
It's keepin' track of the fact watching them watching back
There is a mutual awareness and interest between men and women, who are constantly monitoring each other's movements and reactions
That makes the world go 'round
The intricate dance of attraction and observation between men and women is a timeless and universal phenomenon that drives much of human behavior
"What's that sound?" each time you hear a loud collective sigh
The sound of people sighing in admiration or longing for someone they are watching is a common occurrence in public spaces
They're making music to watch girls by
The act of watching women and appreciating their beauty has a certain rhythm and melody to it, which can be likened to music
La la la la la la la la la
This nonsensical refrain represents the lighthearted and playful nature of the song and the subject matter it explores
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SID RAMIN, TONY VELONA
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Anna G
Fantastica interpretazione
Семён Б
Thanks! I tried, but I don't have enough experience ))
Anna G
Grande Caterina Valente
MaSaTa909
Es la mejor Caterina Valente
Catval09
Brilliant...
Lord Manatee
Drum loop at 1:05 sounds like the opening to Peter Bjorn and John - Young Folks
ALAIN DEWAELE
thank for the sharing