1. A German composer
2. A … Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists with this name:
1. A German composer
2. A British pop singer
1. Engelbert Humperdinck (German pronunciation: [ˈɛŋl̩bɛʁt ˈhʊmpɐdɪŋk]) (1 September 1854 – 27 September 1921) was a German composer, best known for his opera, Hänsel und Gretel. Humperdinck was born at Siegburg in the Rhine Province; at the age of 67 he died in Neustrelitz, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania.
2. Engelbert Humperdinck (born Arnold George Dorsey; 2 May 1936) is a British pop singer, best known for his hits including "Release Me (And Let Me Love Again)" and "After the Lovin'" as well as "The Last Waltz" ("The Last Waltz with You").
Humperdinck represented the United Kingdom in the Eurovision Song Contest 2012.
Harbor Lights
Engelbert Humperdinck Lyrics
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They only told me we were parting
The same old harbor lights that once brought you to me
I watched the harbor lights
How could I help if tears were starting
Goodbye to tender nights beside the silv'ry sea
I long to hold you near and kiss you just once moreBut you were on the ship and I was on the shore
Now I know lonely nights
For all the while my heart is whisp'ring
Some other harbor lights will steal your love from me
I long to hold you near and kiss you just once more
But you were on the ship and I was on the shore
Now I know lonely nights
For all the while my heart is whisp'ring
Some other harbor lights will steal your love from me
The lyrics to Engelbert Humperdinck's "Harbor Lights" convey heartbreak and the sorrow of parting ways. The song speaks of watching the harbor lights as a symbol of a lost love, with the same lights that once brought the two lovers together now serving as a reminder of their parting. The singer expresses their deep longing to hold and kiss their beloved one last time before they depart on a ship, leaving the singer alone on the shore. But now, the singer feels only loneliness and the fear that the harbor lights will bring someone else to take the place of their lost love, stealing them away forever.
The song's melancholic tone is emphasized by its slow and steady pace, with Engelbert Humperdinck's expressive vocals adding depth to the lyrics. The recurring theme of harbor lights is a poignant reminder of how places and things that were once imbued with love and romance can come to symbolize heartache and longing. The song also reminds us of the pain of separation, as the singer is left alone with only memories and the hope that their love will one day return.
Line by Line Meaning
I saw the harbor lights
I saw the lights of the harbor
They only told me we were parting
The lights only reminded me that we were separating
The same old harbor lights that once brought you to me
The lights that used to guide you to me are the same lights I am seeing now
I watched the harbor lights
I observed the harbor lights
How could I help if tears were starting
It was natural for tears to start in that situation
Goodbye to tender nights beside the silv'ry sea
I must bid farewell to the gentle nights we spent by the shimmering sea
I long to hold you near and kiss you just once more
I yearn to embrace you closely and give you one more kiss
But you were on the ship and I was on the shore
Unfortunately, you were on the ship sailing away while I was standing on the shore
Now I know lonely nights
I am becoming familiar with lonely nights
For all the while my heart is whisp'ring
My heart keeps telling me
Some other harbor lights will steal your love from me
I fear that different harbor lights will steal your love away from me
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Hugh Williams, Jimmy Kennedy
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@gloriawilliams7842
Thank you MsCatreona for sharing this so lovely song sang by the King of Romance his unique and deep voice makes this song fantastic love it
@MsCatreona
You're welcome.
@ellenr.3549
This was my father's favourite song and now is mine.
@Toywithme200
i think this is the BESt version of this song!
@franciscapaule4048
Memorable song of Enge in their old house where he was born !!
@benniewright875
Wonderful voice and so much talent; the greatest romantic singer in the world Sir Engelbert; love to you Sir.Bennie
@jaromir1942
This Hit sang many STARS but about my opinion is the best with The Platters" J.H.
@jorgealejandrogirarditoled5938
Fantástica versión de Engelbert Humperdick 🇬🇧 de clásica Canción de The Platters...👏👏👏👏👌
@erko62
Fantastic version of The Platters song..
@gynack
++Neuza Martins
Frances Langford recorded this in1937. Hardly The Platters' song although they did, right enough, record it later, in the 50's or 60's.