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.
The Way You Look Tonight
James Darren Lyrics
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When the world is cold
I will feel a glow just thinking of you
And the way you look tonight
Yes you`re lovely, with your smile so warm
And your cheeks so soft
There is nothing for me but to love you
With each word your tenderness grows
Tearing my fear apart
And that laugh that wrinkles your nose
It touches my foolish heart
Lovely Never, ever change
Keep that breathless charm
Won`t you please arrange it?
`Cause I love you
Just the way you look tonight
Mm, Mm, Mm, Mm,
Just the way you look to-night
The song, "The Way You Look Tonight," is an emotional reflection on love that is everlasting, even in the midst of dark times. James Darren's crooning voice delivers a message of hope and comfort for the listener by emphasizing the power of love to persevere. The sentiment is that no matter how tough life gets, thinking of the person you love can bring light to even the darkest times.
The first verse sets the scene of this emotional landscape, describing a time when the singer is feeling down and the world is cold. However, thinking of the object of his affection brings warmth and glow to him, and he finds solace in this light. The second verse is an ode to the person that he loves, remarking on their warm smile and soft cheeks. The third verse takes the listener deeper into their relationship. It starts to become clear that the person he loves can break down his defenses and help him overcome his fears. The final verse is a plea to never change, to always keep this charm that is so breathtaking, and to arrange it in such a way that he can always be with her.
Overall, "The Way You Look Tonight" is a timeless classic that truly embodies the power of love to guide us through both the good and the bad times.
Line by Line Meaning
Some day, when I`m awfully low
At times when I'm feeling down
When the world is cold
When everything around me is gloomy
I will feel a glow just thinking of you
The mere thought of you gives me joy
And the way you look tonight
Your appearance tonight brings me immense joy and satisfaction
Yes you`re lovely, with your smile so warm
You're beautiful, your warm smile is one of your best feature
And your cheeks so soft
Your face is so smooth
There is nothing for me but to love you
I can't help but love you
And the way you look tonight
You look so lovely tonight
With each word your tenderness grows
Your tender words increase my fondness for you
Tearing my fear apart
You're helping to alleviate my fears and worries
And that laugh that wrinkles your nose
Your laugh that wrinkles your nose is infectious and endearing
It touches my foolish heart
It stirs up emotions in my heart that I can't control
Lovely Never, ever change
You're perfect just the way you are, please don't change
Keep that breathless charm
Retain that alluring appeal you possess
Won`t you please arrange it?
Can you maintain your charm and remain by my side?
`Cause I love you
Because I'm deeply in love with you
Just the way you look tonight
Your appearance tonight is delightful to me
Lyrics © RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Dorothy Fields, Jerome Kern
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George Tunstill
I saw James Darren many years ago at a Star Trek convention in Baltimore, MD. What you saw on TV on DS9 or in the movies is what he is in person. He's a complete gentleman, unpretentious, and down-to-Earth. And yes, he's a great singer. He was gracious enough to sing for us on the last day of the convention One of the most under appreciated singers and entertainers in the world.
Faço e Testo Vlog
Muito feliz em ler isso!! uma pena que no nordeste do Brasil eu nao tenha como conhece-lo.
Clive Conrad
I saw him at a Star Trek convention too! I can’t agree more with everything you say!
Connie Rentz
He's hypnotizing to look at and listen to ❤
A Luisi
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Casimir III
Did he put on a performance at the convention ?
John Davis
I always liked this song. After that DS 9 Finale, I love it. Darren is a real talent. A great singer.
Jeffery Phillips
Ahh, one of the most underappreciated Star Trek characters ever.
Atlis De Macro
i love Vic, i think they should have gotten him on sooner, to be the data/doctor version for Ds9.
Neo Cofran
Just finished DS9 and cried like a baby in the last episode when Vic sings this song.. The episode of Nog battling PTSD on the Holosuite, and the episode when all DS9 comes together to overthrow the Mafia on Vic's Hotel are on my top episodes of the series, great character indeed!