In his day he … Read Full Bio ↴David Whitfield was a popular Tenor of the mid 1950s.
In his day he was fabulously popular and sang to capacity crowds. He appeared on the Ed Sullivan show several times with great aplomb. In the later 1950s his style of singing had to compete with the likes of Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley ,and by the early 1960s had moved into musicals such as "The Desert Song" and "Rose Marie" and recorded classic albums such as "Alone" with his wonderful semi operatic style of singing.
In his day he sang a large range of songs and was sometimes likened to the great Mario Lanza. He just loved travelling, and visited Canada and especially Australia many times. His great hits were those he recorded with Mantovani, his favorite being "When You lose the one you love". Many of his songs were written for his voice alone with well known exceptions being "I Believe" (1953) and "That's When your Heartaches Begin" (1958).
He was and is the most popular British recording artist of the 1950s with a career extending into the 60s and 70s appearing on many quiz programs on Australian television as a special guest.
The Right to Love
David Whitfield Lyrics
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So we have the right to love
Our emotion is so deep and true
That we have the right to love
We believe sincerely
This feeling in our hearts
We belong together
And nothin can keep us apart
So we have the right to love
Love is what makes life worth living for
And we have the right to love
So let's start sharing the heaven
That we've been dreaming of
Cling to me, cling to me, darling
We have the right to love.
The lyrics of David Whitfield's song The Right to Love express a deep connection and love between two individuals, emphasizing the idea that their love is true and therefore they have the right to love. The lyrics suggest that their love is so strong that nothing can keep them apart, and they believe that their love is forever. The song emphasizes the importance of love in making life worth living and suggests that the two individuals should start sharing the heaven they have been dreaming of. The lyrics suggest that they should cling to each other, as they have the right to love.
The song expresses a beautiful sentiment of the universality of love and the idea that all individuals have the right to love. The lyrics also suggest that love is a powerful force that can conquer all obstacles and difficulties. The song suggests that love is the key to a happy and fulfilling life and that individuals should never be afraid to express their love or fight for it when necessary.
Line by Line Meaning
You need me as much as I need you
Our relationship is mutually beneficial and founded on equality.
So we have the right to love
Our equality and mutual need give us the freedom to express and act on our love.
Our emotion is so deep and true
The intensity and sincerity of our feelings is undeniable.
That we have the right to love
Our deep and true emotion further justifies our right to love.
We believe sincerely
Our faith in our relationship is unwavering and profound.
This feeling in our hearts
Our love is not just a physical attraction, but a deep emotional and spiritual connection.
We belong together
Our love is not just a choice, but a natural and inevitable bond between us.
And nothin can keep us apart
Our love is strong enough to overcome any obstacle or challenge.
We are sure that it's forevermore
Our love is timeless and enduring, and will last forever.
So we have the right to love
Our faith, connection, and commitment to each other only further justify our right to love.
Love is what makes life worth living for
Love is the essence of life, giving meaning, purpose, and fulfillment to our existence.
And we have the right to love
As beings inherently deserving of love, we have the right to give and receive it.
So let's start sharing the heaven
Let us begin to experience the pure bliss and ecstasy of our love.
That we've been dreaming of
Our love is not just an abstract ideal, but a concrete and tangible goal we've envisioned together.
Cling to me, cling to me, darling
This physical and emotional closeness is a reflection and affirmation of our deep love.
We have the right to love.
Our love is a fundamental and undeniable aspect of our human experience that should be celebrated and protected.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: RALEIGH, BEN, WOLF, DONALD E
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Thomas Irving
It's lovely to hear David's sincere rendition of this lovely song. What a shame there seems to be no live footage of one of his many concerts. It would be wonderful to see his actual performance in colour.
Gordon Weatherill
There are no performers today with a comparable voice. The depth of emotion is so great and I akppreciate it so much as I lost my soulmate eight years ago The only way to truly appreciate these songs is on vinyl David RIP
Michael Arblaster
Notice, you can hear every word clearly and plainly unlike todays warblers. BEAUTIFUL!
Gordon Weatherill
To Mr Koopmann I empethize with you completely Only when you experience a loss such as losing your soulmate can you truly appreciate a song such as this
Richard Koopmann
Only if you really were in deep love you could ever all his songs so much. I just lost my greatest love 2 Years ago and when I listen to his love songs it brings this nicest memories of my beautiful darling and our 40 Years of marrige. Now I am 81 and live only on those beautiful songs, Thanks so much .
terry britton
brill singer and was a yorkshire lad rip david
Joss Room
my Nana Doris Walter was Whitfield was David's brother, this is her favourite song of his, not half as well known as others, love seeing David Whitfield on here, it's my only claim to fame but unfortunately I never met him as he passed before I was born. it's lovely seeing your comments, I will pass them on to my Nana.
Michaelbos
Very nice David