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.
Portofino
Engelbert Humperdinck Lyrics
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WRITERS MARK SPIRO, JACK WHITE
Long ago I used to know where love was found, A place in the sun
Long before this heart of mine had broken down You were the one
But now you're a lonely memory My heartache will never end
Though all of those nights are far away I wish I were with you again. Portofino I still remember the sun in your hair
Portofino I want you back in my arms
'Cause every time I close my eyes I'm holding you in the dark
In Portofino where you broke my heart.
I think of your face and still it can take my breath away After so long
And though I'll be lonely living for only yesterday I'll get along
Though now you're a faded memory My heartache will never end
This unforgotten melody keeps playing over and over again
Portofino I still remember the sun in your hair
Portofino mariachi music that danced in the air
Portofino I want you back in my arms
'Cause every time I close my eyes I'm holding you in the dark
In Portofino where you broke my heart
In Portofino where you broke my heart.
The lyrics of Engelbert Humperdinck's "Portofino" tell the story of a past love that has left a deep, lasting impression on the singer's heart. He reminisces about a time when he knew where to find love and the warmth of the sun was enough to make his heart soar. However, that all changed when the one he loved broke his heart in Portofino, a picturesque Italian fishing village on the Italian Riviera. Despite the heartbreak, he still longs for this love, wishing to hold her in his arms once more.
The singer is haunted by memories of his past love, unable to forget the moments they shared in Portofino. Her face still takes his breath away, and the thought of her leaves him feeling lonely and longing for the past. The mariachi music that danced in the air and the sun in her hair are forever etched in his mind, as he wishes he could relive those moments one more time, while at the same time acknowledging that all of those nights are far away. The singer's heartache will never end, and the melody of their love story will continue to play in his mind for eternity.
Overall, "Portofino" is a beautifully written, emotional ballad that speaks to anyone who has loved and lost. It captures the bittersweet memories of a past love that have become a permanent part of the singer's heart, leaving him longing for something he can never have again.
Line by Line Meaning
Long ago I used to know where love was found, A place in the sun
I used to know where to find love a long time ago, where it was sunny and bright
Long before this heart of mine had broken down You were the one
Before my heart was broken, you were the one for me
But now you're a lonely memory My heartache will never end
But now you are only a memory and my heartache will never cease
Though all of those nights are far away I wish I were with you again.
Although those nights are long gone, I still wish I could be with you again
Portofino I still remember the sun in your hair
I remember Portofino, and the way the sun glinted on your hair
Portofino mariachi music that danced in the air
I remember the mariachi music that filled the air in Portofino
Portofino I want you back in my arms
I want you back in my arms in Portofino
'Cause every time I close my eyes I'm holding you in the dark
Because whenever I close my eyes, I'm holding you tightly in the darkness
In Portofino where you broke my heart.
In Portofino, the place where you broke my heart
I think of your face and still it can take my breath away After so long
I can still be breathless at the thought of your face after all this time
And though I'll be lonely living for only yesterday I'll get along
Even though I'll be lonely living in the past, I'll manage to move on
Though now you're a faded memory My heartache will never end
Even though you're now a distant memory, my heartache will never end
This unforgotten melody keeps playing over and over again
This unforgettable melody keeps playing in my mind on repeat
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JACK WHITE, MARK SPIRO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
john egbers
Long ago I used to know where love was found, A place in the sun
Long before this heart of mine had broken down You were the one
But now you're a lonely memory My heartache will never end
Though all of those nights are far away I wish I were with you again. Portofino I still remember the sun in your hair
Portofino mariachi music that danced in the air
Portofino I want you back in my arms
'Cause every time I close my eyes I'm holding you in the dark
In Portofino where you broke my heart.
I think of your face and still it can take my breath away After so long
And though I'll be lonely living for only yesterday I'll get along
Though now you're a faded memory My heartache will never end
This unforgotten melody keeps playing over and over again
Portofino I still remember the sun in your hair
Portofino mariachi music that danced in the air
Portofino I want you back in my arms
'Cause every time I close my eyes I'm holding you in the dark
In Portofino where you broke my heart
In Portofino where you broke my heart.
Repiblik Wanament (Federalizasyon Ayiti)
Long ago I used to know where love was found,
A place in the sun
Long before this heart of mine had broken down
You were the one
But now you're a lonely memory
My heartache will never end
Though all of those nights are far away I wish I were with you again.
Portofino I still remember the sun in your hair
Portofino mariachi music that danced in the air
Portofino I want you back in my arms
'Cause every time I close my eyes I'm holding you in the dark
In Portofino where you broke my heart.
I think of your face and still it can take my breath away
After so long
And though I'll be lonely living for only yesterday I'll get along
Though now you're a faded memory
My heartache will never end
This unforgotten melody keeps playing over and over again
Portofino I still remember the sun in your hair
Portofino mariachi music that danced in the air
Portofino I want you back in my arms
'Cause every time I close my eyes I'm holding you in the dark
In Portofino where you broke my heart
In Portofino where you broke my heart.
Gillian Jenkins
What a fabulous voice Engelbert has and love all his songs. No one quite like him xxx
nancyjoe5158
I'd never heard this song until I found it here on You Tube - - it's beautiful! One among many, many favorites. Everything that comes out of him is perfection!
Cecylia Krl
Wanda Król jakże piękna jest ta piosenka,,Portofino,,dziękuję za piękno Sir Engelbert klasyka Tak wspaniałego Artysty Sir dziękuję za piękno i ten piękny głos kłaniam sie nisko przed tak wspaniałym Artystą dziękuję pięknie pozdrawiam z Poland dziękuję ♥️💔♥️🕊🍀🕊🌹🌹🌹🕊🌍
Delfin D
Piękna z lat 80 ,wszystko co wykonuje jest przecudne❤
Cecylia Krl
Wanda Król jakże piękna jest ta piosenka Portofino ortofinodziękuję pięknie Gratulacje za piękno Sir Engelbert klasyka Tak wspaniałego Artysty Sir dziękuję za piękno pozdrawiam z Poland dziękuję ♥️💔♥️🕊🍀🕊🌹🌹🌹🌍
Ann-Marie Sylvester
A Beautiful man with a beautiful voice singing a beautiful song. God bless you Engelbert. Continue singing what you love doing in Jesus name.
Charmaine Jonck
Beautiful song. I love you so much Engelbert.
Sonia Urriola
canciones más hermosas que éstas no hay....grande Engelbert Humperdinck.
Kenneth Marquez
I never tired to listening my favorite singer artist Engelbert Humperdinck forever and ever the best singer artist and king of heart and king of romantic love song & romance
ada chimienti
Che meraviglia ascolto Engelbert con tanta gioia e stupendo lui e i suoi brani a topppp🔝🔝🔝