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.
Help Me Make It Through The Night
Engelbert Humperdinck Lyrics
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Shake it loose and let it fall
Layin' soft upon my skin
Like the shadows on the wall
Come and lay down by my side
Till the early mornin' light
All I'm takin' is your time
I don't care who's right or wrong
I don't try to understand
Let the devil take tomorrow
Lord tonight I need a friend
Yesterday is dead and gone
And tomorrow's out of sight
And it's sad to be alone
The lyrics to Engelbert Humperdinck's Help Me Make It Through The Night describe a very intimate and vulnerable moment between two people. The singer is asking their companion to remove a ribbon from their hair and to lay beside them until the morning. They don't care about who is right or wrong or trying to understand anything; all they need is the comfort of a friend. The singer reflects on the past and the future, stating that yesterday is gone and tomorrow is unknown, and the thought of being alone is a sad one.
The song is a poignant representation of the human desire for companionship and comfort during difficult times. It speaks to the need for human connection and how, sometimes, all we need is someone to be there for us, without judgment or expectation. The singer acknowledges that life can be unpredictable, and that the future is uncertain, but in that moment, they find solace in the presence of another person.
Line by Line Meaning
Take the ribbon from your hair
Remove all pretenses and be yourself.
Shake it loose and let it fall
Be unencumbered by societal expectations and just be in the moment.
Layin' soft upon my skin
This freedom is comforting and soothing.
Like the shadows on the wall
We are just fleeting beings, giving metaphorical grace.
Come and lay down by my side
Join me on this journey and be present with me.
Till the early mornin' light
Stay with me for as long as you can.
All I'm takin' is your time
I don't want anything from you, just your company.
Help me make it through the night
Your comfort gives me strength and solace.
I don't care who's right or wrong
In this moment, it doesn't matter who is right or wrong.
I don't try to understand
I am not seeking to understand, I just want to be supported.
Let the devil take tomorrow
I will worry about tomorrow, tomorrow.
Lord tonight I need a friend
I need someone to be here for me and who I can be here for.
Yesterday is dead and gone
The past can not be changed, so don't dwell on it.
And tomorrow's out of sight
The future is unknown.
And it's sad to be alone
It is difficult to face the world alone. Being with someone can make the unknown less scary.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Kris Kristofferson
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n00se
Take the ribbon from your hair
Shake it loose, let it fall
Lay it soft against my skin
Like the shadow on the wall
Come and lay down by my side
Till the early morning light
All I'm taking is your time
Help me make it through the night
I don't care what's right or wrong
I won't try to understand
Let the devil take tomorrow
'Cause tonight I need a friend
Yesterday is dead and gone
And tomorrow's out of sight
And it's sad to be alone
Help me make it through the night
I don't care what's right or wrong
I won't try to understand
Let the devil take tomorrow
‘Cause tonight I need a friend
Yesterday is dead and gone
And tomorrow's out of sight
And it's sad to be alone
Help me make it through the night
I don't want to be alone
Help me make it through the night
Jana Grosu
Take the ribbon from your hair
Shake it loose and let it fall
Layin' soft upon my skin
Like the shadows on the wall
Come and lay down by my side
Till the early mornin' light
All I'm takin' is your time
Help me make it through the night
I don't care who's right or wrong
I don't try to understand
Let the devil take tomorrow
Lord tonight I need a friend
Yesterday is dead and gone
And tomorrow's out of sight
And it's sad to be alone
Help me make it through the night
I don't care who's right or wrong
I don't try to understand
Let the devil take tomorrow
Lord tonight I need a friend
Yesterday is dead and gone
And tomorrow's out of sight
And it's sad to be alone
Help me make it through the night
Help me make it through the night
Help me make it through the night
Akis Papadopoulos
One of the most humble singers !! A very nice performer and a very sweet guy. !! He's blessed with a very nice voice by God.
Diana Jayoma
Listening and watching you again with your songs my favorite songs of yours.. Makes me young ,comfortable and happy for my relaxation . Love it. Be safe always. God bless.
Barbara Josselyn
What a beautiful rendition. He can sing anything and make you think he singing just to you. Love you Enge!!!
Fernando Troncoso
Wonderful song.
Renate Kraus
Beautiful sung song by my favorite singer Mr.Engelbert ❤️ he is amazing and will always be my number 1 forever 🥰 ❤️ 🥰 then and now I love him 😍 🥰 ❤️ Greetings from Austria 🇦🇹 Renate
Sompolsri Drake
Just love the way he put all the emotions into the song,love it !!! Thanks Peter!!!!
n00se
Take the ribbon from your hair
Shake it loose, let it fall
Lay it soft against my skin
Like the shadow on the wall
Come and lay down by my side
Till the early morning light
All I'm taking is your time
Help me make it through the night
I don't care what's right or wrong
I won't try to understand
Let the devil take tomorrow
'Cause tonight I need a friend
Yesterday is dead and gone
And tomorrow's out of sight
And it's sad to be alone
Help me make it through the night
I don't care what's right or wrong
I won't try to understand
Let the devil take tomorrow
‘Cause tonight I need a friend
Yesterday is dead and gone
And tomorrow's out of sight
And it's sad to be alone
Help me make it through the night
I don't want to be alone
Help me make it through the night
Cristina Martinez Gonzalez
Hermosa canción en esta espectacular voz de Engelbert
Lucy Forte
Gorgeous sensitive man very good hearted as well he takes care of his wife who suffers from elzheimer..he takes really good care of her wonderful loving person and man what he sings he lives it
Eva Viezel
Gorgeous rendition.Kris Kristofferson who wrote it would be impressed.