Albert's uncle was Natty Dominique, and he was also a relative of Barney Bigard. He got his start playing in parade brass bands in New Orleans at the beginning of the 1920s. He toured with the territory band of Alphonse Trent through the Southwest United States in 1925, then played with Troy Floyd at the Shadowland Ballroom in San Antonio from 1926 to 1929.
Albert led his own territory bands out of Texas in the 1930s and 1940s, with sidemen that included Alvin Alcorn, Louis Cottrell, Jr., and Herb Hall. After 1932 he acted more in a manager's capacity than as a performer.His bands played in Mexico, Canada, and New York City in 1937 and won rave reviews from newspapers, but the band only recorded eight sides for Vocalion Records. He disbanded this group around 1939 due to economic conditions, and found work in civil service and managing a nightclub in San Antonio in the early and mid-1940s; his club was shut down in 1948 by local authorities. He led a group at the Palace Theater in New York in 1949.
In the 1950s he returned to active performance, playing in small groups in the 1950s through the 1970s. He played with Buddy Tate in New York in 1966 and at the New Orleans Jazz Festival in 1969.
Marie
Don Albert and His Orchestra Lyrics
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Marie, you'll soon be waking (girl of my dreams, I want you)
To find our heart's are aching (have a little faith in me, la-la-la-la)
And tears will fall as you recall (tears will fall again)
The moon in all its splendor (on a night like this, we go bettin' in the park)
Your kiss, so very tender (all the way my kiss, darlin')
The words, "Will you surrender
To me, Marie?"
The lyrics to Don Albert and His Orchestra's song "Marie" depict a heartfelt plea from the singer to Marie, expressing his longing for her and the pain of being separated. The song begins with the dawn breaking, signaling the start of a new day. The singer anticipates Marie waking up soon, but he knows that their hearts are already aching. The reference to Marie as the "girl of my dreams" suggests that she holds a special place in the singer's heart. He expresses his desire for her and asks her to have faith in him.
The lyrics mention the possibility of tears falling as Marie recalls the beauty of their love, represented by the moon's splendor. The singer describes Marie's kiss as tender, emphasizing its significance and the depth of their connection. In his words, he asks Marie if she will surrender to him, implying that he wants her to fully commit to their love. The mention of living in a "great big way" hints at the sense of adventure and excitement that their love brings.
Overall, the lyrics of "Marie" convey a mix of longing, passion, and hope. They paint a picture of two hearts deeply connected and seeking to overcome any challenges that come their way.
Line by Line Meaning
Marie (oh, Marie), the dawn is breaking
Oh Marie, the morning is approaching
Marie, you'll soon be waking (girl of my dreams, I want you)
Marie, you'll soon be waking up (my ideal girl, I desire you)
To find our hearts are aching (have a little faith in me, la-la-la-la)
To discover that our hearts are filled with pain (have some trust in me, la-la-la-la)
And tears will fall as you recall (tears will fall again)
And tears will stream down your face as you remember (tears will fall once more)
The moon in all its splendor (on a night like this, we go bettin' in the park)
The magnificent moon shining brightly (on a night like this, we spend time together in the park)
Your kiss, so very tender (all the way my kiss, darlin')
Your gentle kiss, filled with warmth (completely my kiss, darling)
The words, "Will you surrender to me, Marie?"
The question, "Will you give yourself to me, Marie?"
(Livin' in a great big way, mama)
(Living in a grand manner, mama)
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Written by: Irving Berlin
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