Born over a fish and chip shop owned by her grandmother in Molesworth Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, she made her first stage appearance as a child in 1905. Her two sisters, Edith and Betty, and brother, Tommy, all went on to appear on stage, but Gracie was the most successful. Her professional debut in variety took place at the Rochdale Hippodrome theatre in 1910 and she soon gave up her job in the local cotton mill.
She met comedian Archie Pitt and they began working together. Pitt would come to serve as her manager and the two married in 1923. Their first revue in 1915 was called Yes I think so and the two continued to tour Britain together until 1922 in the revue Mr Tower of London.
Her most famous song, which became her theme, "Sally," was worked into the title of her first cinema film, Sally in Our Alley (1931), which was a major box office hit. She went on to make several films initially in Britain and later in the United States (for which she was paid a record fee of US$200,000 for four films), despite never performing without a live audience.
Ironically, the final few lines of the song 'Sally' were written by her husband's mistress, and Gracie sang this song at nearly every performance she made from 1931 onwards.
Wish Me Luck
Gracie Fields Lyrics
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Cheerio, here I go, on my way
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Not a tear, but a cheer, make it gay
Give me a smile I can keep all the while
In my heart while I'm away
'Till we meet once again, you and I
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Cheerio, here I go on my way
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Not a tear, but a cheer, make it gay
Give me a smile I can keep all the while
In my heart while I'm away
'Till we meet once again, you and I
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Cheerio, here I go, on my way
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Not a tear, but a cheer, make it gay
Give me a smile I can keep all the while
In my heart while I'm away
'Till we meet once again, you and I
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Cheerio, here I go, on my way
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Not a tear, but a cheer, make it gay
Give me a smile I can keep all the while
In my heart while I'm away
'Till we meet once again you and I
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Goodbye everybody, I'll do my best for ye
The lyrics to Gracie Fields's song "Wish Me Luck As You Wave Me Goodbye" are about saying goodbye to loved ones as she embarks on a journey. The lyrics are a heartwarming message to her fans and loved ones, asking them to cheer her on as she sets out to achieve her goals. In the song, she thanks them for their support and asks that they continue to support her from afar. The lyrics are a reminder that even though she is leaving them behind, she will always carry their love and support with her.
Throughout the song, Gracie Fields emphasizes the need for strength and optimism. She asks that her loved ones not cry, but rather cheer her on with a smile. This is an important message because it not only shows her resilience and determination to succeed but also encourages her fans and loved ones to face life's challenges with the same spirit. Gracie Fields's song "Wish Me Luck As You Wave Me Goodbye" is a captivating reminder that even though we may say goodbye to those we love, their love and support will be with us always.
Line by Line Meaning
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Please wish me success as I depart
Cheerio, here I go, on my way
Goodbye, I am leaving now
Not a tear, but a cheer, make it gay
Please don't cry, instead, be happy and cheerful
Give me a smile I can keep all the while
Please give me a smile to remember while I am away
In my heart while I'm away
I will keep your smile in my heart while I am away
'Till we meet once again, you and I
Until we meet again
Goodbye everybody, I'll do my best for ye
Goodbye everyone, I will do my best for all of you
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HARRY PARR-DAVIES, PHIL PARK
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Cheerio, here I go, on my way
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Not a tear, but a cheer, make it gay
Give me a smile I can keep all the while
In my heart while I'm away
'Till we meet once again, you and I
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Cheerio, here I go on my way
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Not a tear, but a cheer, make it gay
Give me a smile I can keep all the while
In my heart while I'm away
'Till we meet once again, you and I
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Cheerio, here I go, on my way
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Not a tear, but a cheer, make it gay
Give me a smile I can keep all the while
In my heart while I'm away
'Till we meet once again, you and I
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Cheerio, here I go, on my way
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Not a tear, but a cheer, make it gay
Give me a smile I can keep all the while
In my heart while I'm away
'Till we meet once again you and I
Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye
Goodbye everybody, I'll do my best for ye
Source: LyricFind
Songwriters: Harry Parr-Davies / Phil Park
Wish Me Luck as You Wave Me Goodbye
DB Edwards
I cried tears , I did , because this is such a sentimental, lovely tune. A gem if ever there was one.. Cannot thank you enough for posting on behalf of all the heroes who gave their lives for the cause.
Steven Heywood
Both Gracie and Vera Lynn were the best morale boosters during WW2...apart from Churchills inspirational speeches that is...Thanks for posting this .
Tyro Pico
I'm here because a 110 year old woman said she wants this sung at her Funeral.
Jacqueline Tummers
Me too
Ann Family
Same
Barbara Smoody
Me, three! (Because someone said "me, two" already). Take care everyone, be good to your neighbors. Be calm in the face of what will come, as 2020 is not the same as the global war of the 1940s. Keep singing!
Pep Man
Me too lol
BrwnSknDva
Me also
Jazz Paller
Thank you May for introducing me to this wonderful cheerful song! Happy 110th Birthday to you!!!
Andrew Hawkes
Terrible to think these fine young men singing would be dead or at least in mortal danger in the next few months......🙏🏻❤️