Dick Haymes (September 13, 19… Read Full Bio ↴Powerful, milky smooth, rich baritone.
Dick Haymes (September 13, 1918 – March 28, 1980) was one of the most popular American male vocalists of the 1940s and early 1950s.
He was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina. His Irish-born mother, Marguerite Haymes (1894-1987), was a well-known vocal coach and instructor. He became the vocalist in a number of big bands, worked in Hollywood on radio and in many films throughout the forties and fifties.
He never became a United States citizen and avoided military service during World War II by asserting his non-belligerent status as a citizen of Argentina, which was neutral. Years later (1955), this act of his nearly caused his deportation to Argentina on an unrelated technicality in immigration law. During World War II, he was briefly detained at Ellis Island.
Haymes was married six times and had six children. His most famous marriages were to film actresses Joanne Dru (1941-1949) and Rita Hayworth (1953-1955). His daughter Stephanie Haymes was married to Sir Elton John's lyricist Bernie Taupin
He died in Los Angeles from lung cancer, at the age of 61.
Aurora
Dick Haymes Lyrics
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She dances in a little street cafe
And when you're down in Rio De Janeiro
Here's what you'll hear each Latin lover say
You're a sweet heart in a million
Oh oh oh ooh (be mine oh oh) Aurora
With your manner so Brazilian
When you smile and call me honey
Oh oh oh ooh (be mine oh oh) aurora
Is it me or just my money?
Oh oh oh ooh Aurora (be mine)
I'll buy you this and buy you that
If you'll be true to me.
I'll even rent a cottage
And present you with the key
So if you'll marry me
And be my sweet senora
Oh oh oh oh Aurora, Aurora
Be mine, be mine, be mine
You're a sweet heart in a million
Ha ha ha ha Aurora
With your manner so Brazilian
Ha ha ha ha Aurora
When you smile and call me honey
Ha ha ha ha aurora
Is it me or just my money?
Ha ha ha ha Aurora
Oh oh oh oh Aurora, Aurora
Be mine
The song "Aurora" by Dick Haymes tells the story of a beautiful dancing girl from Rio De Janeiro named Aurora, who performs in a little street cafe. The song captures the essence of the Latin lover's obsession with Aurora, and how they cannot resist her charm and beauty. The lyrics depict a scene of a besotted man willing to buy her gifts and even rent cottages to win her affection. It is a sweet and romantic song that paints the picture of a city full of passion and romance.
The first verse describes Aurora, introduced as a beautiful dancer who performs in a street cafe in Rio. The song then goes on to describe how every man in Rio falls for her, and how her charm and mannerisms, typical of a Brazilian girl, melts their hearts. In the second verse, the singer reflects on his own interaction with Aurora, questioning if she loves him for him or only for his money. The final verse is a plea to Aurora to become his wife and his "sweet senora."
The reference to Aurora is a clever choice, as it is the name of the Roman goddess of dawn. The song does a great job of capturing the essence of Latin culture, using Portuguese words and rhythms to give the song an authentic feel.
Line by Line Meaning
Aurora comes from Rio De Janeiro
Aurora is originally from Rio De Janeiro
She dances in a little street cafe
Aurora is a street cafe dancer
And when you're down in Rio De Janeiro
When someone is in Rio De Janeiro
Here's what you'll hear each Latin lover say
They will hear how every Latin lover talks to Aurora
You're a sweet heart in a million
You are exceptionally kind, Aurora
Oh oh oh ooh (be mine oh oh) Aurora
Oh Aurora, please be mine
With your manner so Brazilian
You have a distinctively Brazilian manner
When you smile and call me honey
Whenever you smile and address me lovingly
Is it me or just my money?
Do you love me or just my wealth?
I'll buy you this and buy you that
I'll get you whatever you want
If you'll be true to me.
As long as you are faithful to me
I'll even rent a cottage
I'll go so far as to rent a cottage
And present you with the key
And give you the key, as well
So if you'll marry me
If you will consent to be my wife
And be my sweet senora
And become my sweet lady
Ha ha ha ha Aurora
Ha ha ha ha Aurora
Be mine
Please be mine
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Harold Adamson, Mario Lago, Roberto Roberti
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Corrie121
This is wonderful, and I have added it to my Dick Haymes "Playlist". You really do have marvellous records in your collection and I thank you so much for sharing them. Your dedication to your channel is much appreciated.
Paul Ostroff
Superb! TY for posting.
Liltin' Miss Tilton Fan
Thanks for the great post.