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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.
How Sweet You Are
Dick Haymes Lyrics
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How dear your tenderly smiling face,
Through days all bitter and gray and grim,
Through nights when even the stars are dim,
How sweet to know my heart can glow
From just the warmth of our first embrace
The world's a lovelier place by far
When I remember how sweet you are.
How sweet to know my heart can glow
From just the warmth of our first embrace
The world's a lovelier place by far
When I remember how sweet you are.
When I remember how sweet you are.
In the song "How Sweet You Are," Dick Haymes celebrates the sweetness of his beloved's smile, which has a powerful impact on him. He sings about how her smile brings light to his days, even during the harsh and tough times. He finds solace in her presence during nights when even the stars seem dim. Haymes believes that his heart glows just from the warmth he feels from her embrace, and this makes the world a more beautiful place for him. The song is about the power of love and how it can transform a person's life.
The lyrics of the song are simple, but they convey a heartwarming message about the beauty of love. The song captures the essence of cherishing the one you love and finding comfort in their affection. The song's harmonious melody complements the lyrics, making it a beautiful and memorable tune. The song is a classic, and it continues to touch people's hearts even today.
Line by Line Meaning
How sweet you are, how sweet you are,
You are a truly sweet person - kind, gentle, and loving.
How dear your tenderly smiling face,
Your smile is so tender and dear to me, it makes everything better.
Through days all bitter and gray and grim,
Even during the darkest and most difficult days, your sweetness shines through and gives me hope.
Through nights when even the stars are dim,
Even on the darkest, gloomiest nights, your sweetness illuminates my path and brings me comfort.
How sweet to know my heart can glow
Knowing that just being near you can light up my heart and make me feel happy and content.
From just the warmth of our first embrace
The warmth and tenderness we share with each other can make even just a simple embrace feel like the most special moment in the world.
The world's a lovelier place by far
The world feels more beautiful and wonderful because of your sweetness and your presence in my life.
When I remember how sweet you are.
Just thinking of how sweet and wonderful you are fills me with happiness and gratitude.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ARTHUR SCHWARTZ, FRANK LOESSER
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A lovely early 1940s song from one of our (Dick Haymes Society, Ballad CDs)...thank you for posting and please do add more...