Harry James was born in Albany, Georgia, the son of a bandleader of a traveling circus. By age 10 he was taking trumpet lessons from his father. His father had him on a very strict practicing schedule every day. He was given one page to learn out of the Arban's book (a trumpet drill book) every day and could not do anything until he learned that page.
In 1931 the family settled in Beaumont, Texas and James began playing with local dance bands. James joined the nationally popular Ben Pollack in 1935. At the start of 1937 he left Pollack to join Benny Goodman's orchestra, where he stayed through 1938.
In February of 1939 Harry James debuted his own big band in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He continued touring with the band into the 1980s. His was the first "name band" to employ vocalist Frank Sinatra, in 1939. In 1943 he married actress Betty Grable.
His first wife was ex B.Goodman singer.,Louise Tobin.
You can hear his trumpet playing in the 1950 film Young Man with a Horn, dubbing Kirk Douglas. His recording of "I'm Beginning to See the Light" appears in the motion picture My Dog Skip (2000). James recorded many popular records and appeared in many Hollywood movies.
In 1983, James was diagnosed with lymphatic cancer, but he continued to work, playing his last professional job on 26 June 1983 in Los Angeles just nine days before his death in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Candy
Harry James Lyrics
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Some say it's honey and the bee,
Well sit right down and let me tell you
What my love is to me.
"Candy"
I call my sugar "Candy"
Because I'm sweet on "Candy"
He/She understands me,
My understanding "Candy"
And "Candy"'s always handy
When I need sympathy
I wish that there were four of him/her
So I could love much more of him/her
He/She has taken my complete heart,
Got a sweet tooth for my sweetheart
"Candy"
Its gonna be just dandy
The day I take my "Candy"
And make him mine all mine
Mine
In the song "Candy" by Harry James, love is portrayed as something sweet and delightful. The lyrics suggest that some people compare love to the sweetness of a rose or honey with a bee. However, the singer has their own unique perspective on love, which they express through their affection for someone they call "Candy."
The singer describes their love interest as "Candy" because they are deeply infatuated with them. The feeling is mutual, as "Candy" is also sweet on the singer. This mutual affection creates a sense of understanding and closeness between them. The mention of "Candy" always being handy when the singer needs sympathy implies that their love interest is reliable and supportive.
The singer longs for more of "Candy," wishing there were four of them so they could love them even more. This indicates the depth of their feelings and their desire to be with their love interest. The lyrics further emphasize the significance of "Candy" by stating that they have taken the singer's complete heart. The singer admits to having a sweet tooth for their sweetheart, highlighting their undeniable attraction and affection.
The final lines express the singer's anticipation and desire to make "Candy" their own. They envision a future where they can claim "Candy" as their own, emphasizing the strength and commitment of their love.
Overall, the song "Candy" presents love as a sweet and cherished experience, with the singer expressing their deep affection and longing for their beloved "Candy."
Line by Line Meaning
Some say that love is sweet as a rose
Love is often described as something beautiful and delightful, like the sweetness of a rose.
Some say it's honey and the bee
Love is compared to the harmonious relationship between honey and bees, highlighting its natural and inseparable nature.
Well sit right down and let me tell you
What my love is to me
I invite you to listen closely as I explain the true significance and depth of my love.
"Candy"
I call my sugar "Candy"
Because I'm sweet on "Candy"
And "Candy" is sweet on me
To express the affection and attraction I have towards my loved one, I endearingly refer to them as 'Candy,' as they reciprocate the sweetness and love I feel.
He/She understands me,
My understanding "Candy"
And "Candy"'s always handy
When I need sympathy
My loved one, whom I fondly call 'Candy,' possesses a deep understanding of me, and is always readily available to offer me comfort and support during times when I seek sympathy.
I wish that there were four of him/her
So I could love much more of him/her
I desire that there were multiple versions of my loved one, so I could shower them with an even greater amount of love and affection.
He/She has taken my complete heart,
Got a sweet tooth for my sweetheart
My loved one has completely captured and won over my heart, and I possess an intense fondness and craving for them.
"Candy"
Its gonna be just dandy
The day I take my "Candy"
And make him mine all mine
Mine
The day I officially claim and make my beloved 'Candy' exclusively mine will be an ecstatic and delightful moment in my life.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Joan Whitney, Alex Kramer, Mack David
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