Born in Royal, Nebraska, Hering began playing piano at age three, and at age six started formal study in classical piano. She studied classical piano and voice at Sacred Heart in Omaha, Nebraska where she became interested in jazz.
After beginning her career at the Blackstone Hotel in Omaha she joined a United States Navy recruiting tour during World War II. In the late 1940s, she worked in Chicago clubs where she once was a supporting vocalist for Anita O'Day. She became known for what might be deemed torch songs.
She signed with Decca Records in 1951 and became known both for pop and jazz. The 1950s saw her at the height of her importance. In that decade she sang in a few films and in 1957 she had a top 30 hit with "Fire Down Below". After her switch to Capitol Records she had success doing interpretations of Cole Porter with Billy May arranging some of the more humorous examples.
In the 1960s she gave up music to teach and later moved to Hollywood to work on film composing with Hugo Friedhofer. She also wrote Interpreting Popular Music At The Keyboard during her final years. She died in Los Angeles of pneumonia in 1991.
I Remember You
Jeri Southern Lyrics
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You're the one who made my dreams come true
A few kisses ago
I remember you-ooh
You're the one who said "I love you, too"
Yes, I do, didn'tcha know?
Like the rain out of the blue-ooh-ooh-ooh-hoo-hoo-hoo
When my life is through
And the angels ask me to recall
The thrill of it all
Then I will tell them I remember you-ooh
I remember, too, a distant bell and stars that fell
Just like the rain out of the blue-ooh-ooh-ooh-hoo-hoo-hoo
When my life is through
And the angels ask me to recall
The thrill of it all
Then I will tell them I remember, tell them I remember
Tell them I remember you
The song "I Remember You" by Jeri Southern is a sentimental and nostalgic tribute to a past relationship that was filled with intense love and passion. The singer looks back on the memories of the person who made her dreams come true with a touch of sadness and longing. The lyrics are poignant because they convey the emotions of someone who has experienced love, lost it, and is now just a memory. The opening lyrics are highly suggestive of the emotions that the singer is feeling. She remembers the person who was responsible for making her dreams come true and remembers the kisses shared long ago.
The second verse continues to describe the memories of the love story, with the person saying "I love you too". The singer's memories are vivid, with the image of a distant bell and stars that fell like rain out of the blue. This description of the stars falling could be interpreted as a metaphor for the intensity of the love and passion that they shared. The last verse has the singer imagining a time when she is an old woman, and she is reflecting on all the beautiful memories of her life. She says when the angels come to ask her about the thrill of it all, the memories of the love that she shared with this person will be the first thing that she recalls.
Line by Line Meaning
I remember you-ooh
I still have clear memories of you
You're the one who made my dreams come true
You were the person who fulfilled my deepest desires
A few kisses ago
Not long ago, we shared some intimate moments together
You're the one who said "I love you, too"
I remember you responding in kind to my expression of love
Yes, I do, didn'tcha know?
I hope you knew that my feelings were genuine and reciprocated
I remember, too, a distant bell and stars that fell
Along with memories of you, I also recall the sound of a far-off bell and a beautiful, unexpected event in the sky
Like the rain out of the blue-ooh-ooh-ooh-hoo-hoo-hoo
The occurrence was sudden and almost magical in its appearance
When my life is through
At the end of my life
And the angels ask me to recall
If given the opportunity to reflect
The thrill of it all
The most exciting and fulfilling experiences
Then I will tell them I remember you-ooh
I will speak of my memories of you with great affection
Tell them I remember, tell them I remember
I want to make sure that my memories of you are not forgotten
Tell them I remember you
I will cherish my memories of you forever
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Johnny Mercer, Victor Schertzinger
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
LoveTheOConnor
Beautiful song, Jim, and a beautiful video! She has a wonderful voice and style, you've made me a big fan! Thanks so much for sharing! Have a great Friday :))
nipstertunes
I love her voice and style too, Heather. I'm so glad you liked this one! Thank you so much for the wonderful comments and for watching and listening! Wishing you w great weekend, my friend!
Jim
maureen1938
Lovely lovely song and singer. THANK YOU for another delightful share.
nipstertunes
Thank you so much for watching, listening and commenting! I'm so happy you liked it, I do too.
Jim
Philip Thomas
Jeri Southern was a fabulous singer, unfortunately she was never fully appreciated for the great talent that she was. R.I.P. wonderful lady.
nipstertunes
+Philip Thomas I agree, but she is very much appreciated by me. Thanks so much for listening and commenting.
Jim
j fred Smith
Just sitting here thinking about some of the singers i enjoyed while in my teens and the name Jeri Southern came to mind after all these years. what a delight to hear her smoky sexy voice.
nipstertunes
+j fred Smith Her voice delights me as well...every time I listen to one of her great songs. Thanks so much for listening to this one!
Jim
David Dunagan
Here's Dinah's version....very nice tune...sung by some classy ladies
David Dunagan
Very nice...I still think Dinah Washington has the definitive version of this song.