Darren's role in the gritty 1961 World War II film The Guns of Navarone was an attempt to break out of his teen image. He then achieved success co-starring as impulsive scientist and adventurer Tony Newman in the science fiction television series, The Time Tunnel (1966-67).
In the 1970s, Darren appeared as a celebrity panelist on Match Game.
Later, Darren had a regular role as Officer James Corrigan on the television police drama T.J. Hooker from 1983-1986. Subsequently he worked as a director on many action-based television series, including Hunter, The A-Team, and Nowhere Man, as well as dramas such as Beverly Hills, 90210 and Melrose Place.
In 1998 he achieved renewed popularity as a singer through his appearances on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine in the role of holographic crooner and advice-giver Vic Fontaine; many of his performances on the show were recorded for the album This One's From the Heart (1999). The album showed Darren, a close friend of the late Frank Sinatra, comfortably singing in the Sinatra style; the 2001 follow-up Because of You showed similar inspiration from Tony Bennett.
Some animation fans may know him as the singing voice of Yogi Bear in the 1964 animated film, Hey There, it's Yogi Bear, on the song "Ven-e, Ven-o, Ven-a". Prior to that, he was the singing and speaking voice of "Jimmy Darrock" on an episode of The Flintstones.
Darren has been married twice. His first wife was Gloria Terlitsky with whom he has one son, Jim Moret, who formerly worked as a CNN reporter. His second wife is Evy Norlund, with whom he has two sons.
All the Way
James Darren Lyrics
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It's no good unless he loves you
All the way
Happy to be near you
When you need someone to cheer you
All the way
Taller than the tallest tree is
Deeper than the deep blue see is
That's how deep it goes, if it's real
When somebody needs you
It's no good unless he needs you
All the way
Through the good or lean years
And for all the in-between years
Come what may
Who know where the road will lead us
Only a fool would say
But if you'll let me love you
It's for sure I'm gonna love you
All the way, all the way
James Darren's song "All The Way" is a classic love song that speaks of a relationship that is all-encompassing, deep, and fulfilling. The opening line states that when somebody loves you, it is not enough unless they love you all the way. It is not just about sporadic moments of love, but rather an all-inclusive type of love that is needed for a relationship to thrive. The singer is happy to be near the person he loves when they need someone to lean on, showing the deep connection that exists between them.
The second verse speaks of how deep this love goes. It is taller than the tallest tree and deeper than the deepest blue sea. It is the type of love that goes beyond the surface level and permeates every aspect of life. The chorus repeats that when somebody needs you, it is not good enough unless they need you all the way. Through the good and lean years, and all the in-between years, the love should remain strong and unwavering. The ending of the song believes that no one knows where the road will lead, but if the person is allowed to love 'you' all the way, they promise to love that person back with all their heart.
Line by Line Meaning
When somebody loves you
If someone truly loves you
It's no good unless he loves you
It's not valuable unless it's genuine love
All the way
With complete devotion and commitment
Happy to be near you
Content just being close to you
When you need someone to cheer you
When you require emotional support
All the way
With full sincerity and wholeheartedly
Taller than the tallest tree is
The depth of the bond is immeasurable and vast
That's how it's got to feel
Only then it's truly felt
Deeper than the deep blue sea is
The connection runs deep and intense
That's how deep it goes, if it's real
This is how profound the love is in its authenticity.
When somebody needs you
When someone truly needs you
It's no good unless he needs you
It's only a true value if it's a need
All the way
Committed to you entirely
Through the good or lean years
During good or bad times
And for all the in-between years
In times of uncertainty or ongoing stability
Come what may
Regardless of what happens in life
Who know where the road will lead us
Uncertain where life will take us
Only a fool would say
It's foolish to claim to know what the future holds
But if you'll let me love you
If you allow me to love you
It's for sure I'm gonna love you
Without a doubt, I will love you
All the way, all the way
With complete devotion and unwavering commitment
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PETER HOOK, GILLIAN LESLEY GILBERT, STEPHEN PAUL DAVID MORRIS, BERNARD (GB 2) SUMNER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Fox Roulette
Rest well Jadzia.
Star Trek is the most honest reality in all of the sci fi history. It isn't just for thrill, it isn't just for politics. It's for real life, real issues, and real people. Never have I seen anything done so well in any other fandom. It's so perfect!
BA_300_AAC
well until this JJ garbage anyway.
Matilda
I know what you mean: out of all sci fi dramas, DS9 is the one that had the most authenticity to it; it felt so real. Outstanding series that has not dated at all.
Tai Mc
💯💚💚💚💚💚💚
Danilo Castro
amen
Gordo
He sings this song so beautifully. This is the way it should be performed, heartfelt and with passion. The arrangement is pretty good too.
Matilda
I agree, he really does!
Thomas Scheidt
This will be my wedding dance next year
Gordo
@Thomas Scheidt Wonderful choice. Every happiness be yours.
Bob Smith
Such a beautiful version of this song.