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.
Every Day Of My LIfe
Harry James Lyrics
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For the romance we knew is a mess, you're still dear to me
With each breath I take, I just lie awake
Every thought of you stays my heart
The memories will never part
Every day of my life I live just for you
And I'll always remember
While a spark may burn
I'm just hoping some day you'll return
And I'll wait dear every day of my life
I'll wait for you dear every day of my life
The lyrics of Harry James's song "Everyday Of My Life" express strong feelings of love and longing for a past romance. Even though the relationship has ended and is now a "mess," the person being addressed is still very dear to the singer. The lyrics describe how every day, the singer feels the presence of the person, and how every thought of them fills their heart. The memories of the romance will never fade, and the singer lives only to be with them.
The lyrics are full of emotional depth and a sense of longing for something that has been lost. The imagery of the memories staying in the singer's heart is particularly effective, evoking a sense of love that is both powerful and permanent. The singer's hope for the person's return is also poignant, suggesting that even though the relationship is over, the love is still strong and enduring.
Overall, the lyrics of "Everyday Of My Life" express a profound sense of nostalgia and longing for lost love, while also conveying a sense of hope and enduring love that transcends the difficulties of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Every day of my life you'll be near to me
No matter what happens, you'll always be close to my heart.
For the romance we knew is a mess, you're still dear to me
Even though our relationship couldn't work out, you still hold a special place in my heart.
With each breath I take, I just lie awake
I am awake at night, unable to sleep, because thoughts of you are constantly on my mind.
Every thought of you stays my heart
You have left a lasting impression on my heart and mind.
The memories will never part
The memories of our time together will always stay with me.
Every day of my life I live just for you
My life has become all about you, and I can't imagine my future without you in it.
And I'll always remember
You will always be a part of my life, and I will never forget you.
The thrill when our love was new
The excitement and passion we felt for each other when our love was fresh and new is unforgettable.
While a spark may burn
Although our love may have faded, the possibility of reigniting our relationship still exists.
I'm just hoping some day you'll return
I am holding onto the hope that someday you will come back to me.
And I'll wait dear every day of my life
I will patiently wait for you to come back to me, even if it takes the rest of my life.
I'll wait for you dear every day of my life
My love for you will never die, and I will continue to wait for you for as long as I live.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: SHARON TEREA ROBINSON
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