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.
Here's To The Losers
James Darren Lyrics
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No not wisely, but too well.
To the girl who sighs with envy
When she hears that wedding bell.
To the guy who'd throw a party
If he knew someone to call.
Here's to the losers.
Here's to those who drink their dinners
When that lady doesn't show.
To the girls who wait for kisses
Underneath that mistletoe.
To the lovely summer lovers
When the leaves begin to fall.
Here's to the losers.
Bless them all.
Hey Tom, Dick, and Harry
Come in out of the rain.
Those torches you carry
Must be drowned in champagne.
Here's the last toast of the evening:
Here's to those who still believe...
All the losers will be winners,
All the givers shall receive.
Here's to trouble free tomorrows,
May your sorrows all be small.
Here's to the losers.
Bless them all.
The song "Here's To The Losers" by James Darren is an ode to those who have loved recklessly, lost but continue to believe that they will be victorious. The song celebrates the misfits and outcasts who wear their hearts on their sleeves, and although they may not fit into mainstream society, they are still appreciated for their presence. The lines "Here's to those who love not wisely, no not wisely, but too well" are an allusion to Shakespeare's play Othello, where the singer's love for his wife is his undoing. The song also acknowledges those who are single and may not have found a significant other as they watch their friends get married. It recognizes the pain such people feel and honors their ability to carry on regardless.
The lyrics further celebrate those who may have been stood up, waiting for a date that never showed up. It also honors those summer lovers whose relationship fades just as autumn arrives, and they may never have the chance to be together again. The song also mentions Tom, Dick, and Harry, who find solace in drowning their sorrows with champagne when they have lost out in love. The song ends with a positive message, where the singer toasts to a brighter future for all the losers, with no more troubles or sorrow, and hope that they all will one day become winners.
Line by Line Meaning
Here's to those who love not wisely,
Let's acknowledge and lift up those who have loved with all their heart, even if it wasn't the wisest decision.
No not wisely, but too well.
These individuals may have loved too much, but it came from a place of genuine passion and feeling.
To the girl who sighs with envy
We recognize and honor the girl who may feel a hint of jealousy when seeing others get married and find love.
When she hears that wedding bell.
This reaction is prompted by the sound of wedding bells, an iconic symbol of marriage and commitment.
To the guy who'd throw a party
Let's also give recognition to the guy who is eager to celebrate any occasion, but may not have many friends to invite.
If he knew someone to call.
Unfortunately, this guy may feel isolated and alone, not knowing many people he can reach out to.
Here's to the losers.
Despite any obstacles or shortcomings, let's raise a glass to those who have faced adversity and continue to push forward.
Bless them all.
May they all be granted grace and blessings in life, despite any setbacks or hardships.
Here's to those who drink their dinners
We also acknowledge and honor those who may turn to alcohol to numb the pain of disappointment or heartache.
When that lady doesn't show.
This coping mechanism may be triggered by a woman not showing up or leaving, which can cause the individual great distress.
To the girls who wait for kisses
Let's also acknowledge the girls who anxiously await a kiss from their crush, even under the romantic setting of mistletoe.
Underneath that mistletoe.
This is a symbol of the pressures and expectations surrounding romantic holidays and traditions.
To the lovely summer lovers
We also pay tribute to the passionate and blissful relationships formed under the summer sun.
When the leaves begin to fall.
However, these relationships may not always last, as signaled by the falling of leaves and change of seasons.
Hey Tom, Dick, and Harry
This is a call to attention towards a group of male friends.
Come in out of the rain.
It is suggesting that these friends come back inside from the rainy and gloomy weather, and join in on the celebratory atmosphere.
Those torches you carry
These 'torches' are metaphorical symbols of past failures or heartbreaks that the friends may still be carrying with them.
Must be drowned in champagne.
The lyrics are implying that the best way to deal with past hardships is to celebrate and move on, while enjoying a glass of champagne.
Here's the last toast of the evening:
As the night winds down, let's make one final tribute.
Here's to those who still believe...
May those who still hold onto hope and belief in love and life be celebrated.
All the losers will be winners,
Despite any losses or setbacks, there is always the possibility for success or victory in the future.
All the givers shall receive.
Those who have given much in life will receive in return, whether it be love, happiness or blessings.
Here's to trouble free tomorrows,
May everyone be granted a peaceful and stress-free future, without any worries or troubles.
May your sorrows all be small.
In the future, we hope that any sorrow or heartache experienced will be temporary and minimal in size and scope.
Bless them all.
May all individuals be granted grace and blessings in life, despite any lapses or hardships.
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Written by: SEGAL, WELLS
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