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.
On The Wings Of A Silverbird
Engelbert Humperdinck Lyrics
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I've missed the sweet love you give me
No other woman could warm me inside
I need you much more
Than I realized.
On the wings of a silverbird
I'm flying home to you
On the wings of a silverbird
So wipe all those tears away
I'm coming home to stay
Get ready my love
Just look up above
For the wings of a silverbird.
You send me letters to help time go by
I call your name while I'm dreaming.
I need to feel you I long for your touch
I wanna tell you
I love you so much.
On the wings ...
I'll keep your picture
To kiss and say good night
But I wanna hold you forever.
So wipe all those tears away
I'm coming home to stay
Get ready my love
Just look up above
For the wings of a silverbird.
So wipe all those tears away
I'm coming home to stay
Get ready my love
Just look up above
For the wings of a silverbird.
The song "On The Wings Of A Silverbird" by Engelbert Humperdinck conveys the artist's longing to return to his lover after being away for too long. The lyrics reveal his realization of how much he needs her and how no other woman could replace her in his heart. He expresses the pain of being apart from her and how her letters and the memory of her are the only sources of comfort to him. He wishes to feel her touch and to tell her how much he loves her. The chorus describes his eagerness to return to her, to wipe away her tears, to hold her, and to stay with her forever.
The use of the symbol of a silverbird adds a significant meaning to the song's message. A silverbird represents freedom, independence, and bravery. The artist seems to be comparing himself to a silverbird as he overcomes the obstacles of distance and time to come back to his lover, flying to her with the speed of a bird's wings. The use of imagery, such as wiping tears away and holding his lover, creates an emotional connection between the artist and his audience, and enhances the powerful message of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
I know that I've stayed away for too long
I am aware that I have been away for an extended period of time
I've missed the sweet love you give me
I have yearned for the affectionate love that you give me
No other woman could warm me inside
None of the other women were able to make me feel the warmth that you do
I need you much more
I require your presence and love much more than I previously realized
Than I realized.
More than I was aware of
On the wings of a silverbird
Metaphorically flying home to you
I'm flying home to you
Returning to you
I'll soon be holding you.
I will soon be embracing you
So wipe all those tears away
Please dry your eyes and stop crying
I'm coming home to stay
I am returning to stay with you permanently
Get ready my love
Be prepared, my dear
Just look up above
Gaze above to the skies
For the wings of a silverbird.
To observe the arrival of the metaphorical silverbird bringing me home
You send me letters to help time go by
You have been writing letters to keep us connected and help time pass
I call your name while I'm dreaming.
I frequently dream of you and call out your name
I need to feel you I long for your touch
I desire to physically feel you and yearn for your touch
I wanna tell you
I want to express to you
I love you so much.
That I love you deeply
I'll keep your picture
I will continue to keep a photo of you
To kiss and say good night
So I can kiss it and say goodnight to you
But I wanna hold you forever.
However, I yearn to embrace you forever.
So wipe all those tears away
Please dry your eyes and stop crying
I'm coming home to stay
I am returning to stay with you permanently
Get ready my love
Be prepared, my dear
Just look up above
Gaze above to the skies
For the wings of a silverbird.
To observe the arrival of the metaphorical silverbird bringing me home
So wipe all those tears away
Please dry your eyes and stop crying
I'm coming home to stay
I am returning to stay with you permanently
Get ready my love
Be prepared, my dear
Just look up above
Gaze above to the skies
For the wings of a silverbird.
To observe the arrival of the metaphorical silverbird bringing me home
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHARLES VINCENT BLACKWELL, FREDDY BRECK, JERRY RIX
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@carriesoltesz7455
The most amazing thing is how Engelbert he holds the microphone. You can always see his mouth & can understand every word he sings. Today’s singers hold the microphone practically in their mouth & you still don’t understand them. I love Engelbert Humperdinck. He still is the BEST. Carrie Lynn, Florida
@francinefernandes2007
I'm in my 60s and I know my generation was blessed to be born in an era of magnificent music and singers like Engelbert Humperdinck, Elvis Presley, Tom Jones, Nat King Cole, Brook Benton, Mario Lanza, Tony Bennett, Andy Williams, Danny Williams, Matt Monro, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holliday and Sarah Vaughan and many more❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
@rosellacestarioli921
Quando sei triste ascolta la musica,quando non ne puoi più ascolta la musica,anche quando pensi è la mia ultima ora ascolta la musica
@sandragrandstrand1866
YUP❣
@kathyconnors7409
Never ever get tired of listening to this voice. No one else comes close to it. A gift from God for sure💖💕🌹😘
@aminawantza2983
Love he's voice makes me sad
@rosendagenetiano8326
The best singer
@horstluthin
. 😊😊😊😊
@judyjacintho175
I love this song, it is so romantic and Enge sings it so beautifully! I love his hair and everything else about him! He is the greatest singer of all time. Thank you Enge for all you do for us, your fans. We all love you!
@idabritto363
I agree with you totally, never get tired listening to EH