Early career to 1978
Julio was the son of Julio Iglesias Sr, a doctor. He was a professional football player with Real Madrid, where he played as goalkeeper. During this time, he also enrolled in law school. He had an accident that dashed his hopes of becoming a great soccer player, but during his period in bed, he started to compose songs. He received a certificate as a lawyer from Cambridge University a little later.
In 1968, he won the Benidorm International Song Festival, a songwriter's contest in Spain, and signed a contract with a Columbia Records Latin music label, Discos Columbia. He represented Spain at the Eurovision Song Contest in 1970, finishing fourth behind Northern Irish singer Dana Scallon, and the Welsh singer Mary Hopkin. His entry was the song "Gwendolyne" which was his first recording. During the 1970s he married the Spanish-mestiza Philippine socialite Isabel Preysler with whom he had three children: Chabeli Iglesias, who has been a show host and is now a news reporter in Washington D.C., Enrique Iglesias, now a world-famous singer who followed in his father's footsteps, and Julio José Iglesias, a model who has released two CDs. It was during the 1970s that the Iglesias family's private life became very public, with Julio and the rest of the family frequently featured on the covers of various international magazines.
Peak of success 1978-1990
In 1978, he signed a contract for CBS International, adding English, French, Portuguese, German and Italian to his language repertoire. He had his first hit in English with a cover of "Begin the Beguine" and released a collection Julio in 1983 building his reputation.
In 1984, he released the smash hit album 1100 Bel Air Place, which gave him considerable fame in English-language markets. The album sold three million albums in the US alone, with the first single "To All The Girls I've Loved Before", a duet with Willie Nelson reaching the top five on the Billboard Hot 100. The album also featured "All of You", a hit duet with Diana Ross.
In 1985, his father was kidnapped but found well and alive after two agonizing weeks. This prompted Julio, who had already divorced Preysler, to move his family to Miami, Florida, where they settled in a mansion at Miami Beach. That year he also recorded duets with Diana Ross and Willie Nelson. It was rumored in 1986 that Julio, perhaps seeking to get away from all the fame and hoopla for one week, was found walking around the streets of Cayey, Puerto Rico, after disappearing for seven days. Julio feels there is a deep connection between him and Puerto Rico because one of his grandmothers was Puerto Rican.
Iglesias won a Grammy Award for Best Latin Pop Album in the 1988 Grammy Awards for the album Un Hombre Solo ("A Single Man"). He also recorded a duet with Stevie Wonder on "My Love" from his Non Stop album which achieved crossover success in 1988.
Stories of Julio's expensive private jets, boats, and houses became legendary during that decade, and his world tours took him to many countries and continents around the world performing in many sold out concerts among the vast women populations.
Career 1990-today
In the 1990s, Julio went back to his Spanish music roots, and in 1996, he released a CD nicknamed Tango. He is slowly stepping out of the limelight now and enjoying his son Enrique's popularity, together with his long-time companion Miranda and their 2 sons Miguel Alejandro (September 7, 1997), Rodrigo (April 3, 1999) and twin daughters Cristina and Victoria (May 1, 2001). Julio is very amenable to signing autographs, although he can be a little difficult to reach sometimes, due to his and his family's security detail, which they have had since the 1985 kidnapping of Julio's father.
Iglesias returned to the headlines in October, 2003, when he went to Argentina and kissed show host Susana Gimenez three times during a live telecast of her show.
2003 saw the release of the Spanish album "Divorcio." (Divorce) In its first day of sales, "Divorcio" sold a record 350,000 copies in Spain; and quickly reached the #1 spot on the charts in Spain, Portugal, France,Italy, and Russia.
The remainder of 2003 and early 2004 featured a mega 10 month world tour; which took Iglesias, fuled with the success of "Divorcio" from Europe and Asia to The United States, South America, and Africa. More than half the shows on the tour sold out within days of going on sale, showing that fans still adore Julio.
In December of 2004, Miranda and Julio recorded a duet of the Christmas song Silent Night. The song, which was not released also included a voice message from Julio, Miranda, and their 4 young children. The song was released online through the singer's web page, and was a holiday gift from the Iglesias' to their fans around the world.
Julio has made important investments in the Dominican Republic's eastern town of Punta Cana, a major tourist destination, where he spends most of the year when he is not on tour.
Julio, Jr. has a half-brother who is 60 years younger than him. Julio's father, Julio Sr. had a child at 89 called Jaime. The birth came after a 17-year romance with Ronna, which culminated in them walking down the aisle in 2001. His wife underwent fertility treatment in order to conceive first time around and medical science is believed to have played a role in her latest pregnancy too. After little Jaime made his debut in 2004, Julio Sr. rejected suggestions Ronna was the driving force behind their decision to start a family. "At my age, a child is marvellous," he declared. "If people say I just did it for my wife, I don't take it as an insult, but the truth is I wanted it just as much as her." Julio Iglesias's father died just days after he announced he was to become a father for the fourth time at the age of 90. Julio Sr. died after suffering a cardiac arrest at his home in Madrid. Julio Sr. confirmed that his wife of four years, Ronna Kneit, was expecting their second child together. He said he wanted his 42-year-old partner to have something to remember him by. "My wife wanted it and I owed it to her," he explained. "It was an act of generosity towards her. I leave her part of my blood, of my life. I need her so much that I said to her 'Here, this is what you wanted for when I am gone'."
Currently, Julio is in the studio recording a new English Album titled "Romantic Classics" which is due out in September of 2006. Romantic Classics is a series of the greatest love songs in American culture, and features the hits "I want to know what love is", "Careless Whisper", and "Right Here Waiting" all major hits of the past 20 years. A series of promotional events, followed by a world tour will help promote the album after its release.
The singer's web page [1] is currently under construction, and will feature information from "Romantic Classics" when it is updated later this year.
Discography
This list contains all albums of original material plus notable collections.
Gwendolyne (1970)
Julio Iglesias (1972)
Un Canto a Galicia (1973)
A Flor de Piel (1974)
A Mexico (1974)
El Amor (1975)
En El Olympia (1976) recorded live at the Paris Olympia
Si Mi Lasci (1976)
Yo Canto (1977)
A Mis 33 Anos (1977)
Sono Un Pirata, Sono Un Signore (1978)
Soy (1978)
The 24 Greatest Songs (1978)
A Vous Les Femmes (1979)
Aimer La Vie (1979)
America (1979)
Emociones (1979)
Innamorarsi Alla Mia Eta (1979)
Hey! (1980)
Sentimental (1980)
Fidele (1981)
Zartlichkeiten (1981)
From A Child To A Woman (1981)
Minhas Cancoes Prefidas (1981)
Moments (1982) also Momento or Momenti
Por Una Mujer (1982)
In Concert (1983)
Pelo Amor di Uma Mulher (1983)
Julio (1983)
1100 Bel Air Place (1984)
Libra (1985)
Un Hombre Solo (1987)
Tutto L'Amore Che Ti Manca (1987)
Non Stop (1988)
Latinamente (1989)
Raices (1989)
Starry Night (1990)
Ein Weihnachtsabend Mit Julio Iglesias (1992)
Calor (1992)
Crazy (1994)
La Carretera (1995)
Tango (1996)
My Life: The Greatest Hits (1998)
Noche de Cuatro Lunas (2000)
Una Donna Puo Cambiar la Vita (2001)
Ao Meu Brasil (2001)
Personalidad: 20 Exitos (2002)
Divorcio (2003)
Love Songs (2004)
l'homme que je suis (2005)
Romantic Classics (To Be Released in September of 2006)
Quelque Chose de France (2007)
Julio Iglesias 1 (2011) - He is starting with this new world tour.
Extracted from Wikipedia:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julio_Iglesias
As Time Goes By
Julio Iglesias Lyrics
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A kiss is just a kiss
A sight is just a sight
The fundamental things apply
As time goes by
And when two lovers woo
They still say I love you
No matter what the future brings
As time goes by
Moonlight and love songs
Never out of date
Hearts full of passion
Jealousy and hate
Woman needs man
And man must have his mate
On this you can't deny
You must remember this
A kiss is just a kiss
A sight is just a sight
The fundamental things apply
As time goes by
Moonlight and love songs
Never out of date
Hearts full of passion
Jealousy and hate
Woman needs man
And man must have his mate
On this you can't deny
It's still the same old story
A fight for love and glory
A case of do or die
The world will always welcome lovers
As time goes by
In the classic song "As Time Goes By," Julio Iglesias speaks of the timeless nature of love, and how some things remain constant no matter how much time passes. The lyrics are a testament to the idea that love never goes out of fashion, even though the world around it changes.
The first verse speaks of the fundamental aspects of life and how they remain unchanged as time goes by. A kiss is still just a kiss, and sight is still just a sight, no matter what era we live in. The subsequent verse points out how those who are in love still profess their love for one another through words, a testament to how love is still an essential part of our society, even as time goes by.
The next two verses address the more passionate aspects of love, such as moonlight and love songs never falling out of favor, while jealousy and hate remain present. The chorus reminds us that a woman needs a man, and vice versa – an attitude that, while it may be outdated, remains a core belief of many people. The final verse reaffirms that the world will always welcome lovers, no matter the era, as time goes by.
Overall, Julio Iglesias's "As Time Goes By" is a sentimental ode to love that suggests the importance of romance never fades. The song's timeless nature has made it a classic that has captured the hearts of many.
Line by Line Meaning
You must remember this
It's important to keep in mind that what follows is universal and timeless
A kiss is just a kiss
A kiss, no matter how passionate, is just a simple gesture
A sight is just a sight
What we see with our senses is simply what it is, without any deeper meaning
The fundamental things apply
These basic truths are always true, regardless of circumstances
As time goes by
These fundamental truths remain relevant over time
And when two lovers woo
When two people are courting and falling in love
They still say I love you
They express their affection unashamedly and constantly
On this you can rely
You can always count on this to be true
No matter what the future brings
Regardless of what happens down the line
Moonlight and love songs
Popular romantic imagery
Never out of date
These things are timeless and enduring
Hearts full of passion
Love is an emotion that is intense and all-consuming
Jealousy and hate
Strong emotions that can come with love, but are not always compatible with it
Woman needs man
Both genders have a deep-seated need for romantic and emotional companionship
And man must have his mate
Everyone wants to find their perfect match and spend their lives together
On this you can't deny
This is a universal truth that cannot be contradicted
It's still the same old story
The nature of love and romance has not changed over time
A fight for love and glory
Love can be a difficult and challenging battle
A case of do or die
Success or failure in love can have significant consequences
The world will always welcome lovers
Love is an inherent and appreciated part of the human experience
As time goes by
These fundamental truths remain consistent and relevant over time
Lyrics © CONSALAD CO., Ltd., BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Sentric Music, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Herman Hupfeld
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Antonio Madrid
"Como pasa el tiempo." .Un clásico ,una bella y romántica canción .Por la más grande leyenda viva del habla Hispana.Julio Iglesia.
Ladyarthuria
beautiful voice.He is a legend!
MI CG
Maravilloso como siempre. Grande Julio!
Bernadette Levine
THIS SONG SUNG BY JULIO IGLESIAS, IS THE MOST EXQUISITE SONG IN THE HISTORY OF MUSIC. I JUST ADORE AND LOVE IT IMMENSELY. I LIKED THE PART ABOUT HIS MOTHER GONG TO THE THEATER AND,WATCHING OLD MOVIES IT WAS JUST ,FANTASTIC
Saori Kido
Que lindo!!!👏👏👏
Tatoo ForYoy2017
Muy lindo!
Victor Gilbert Isidoro
bonito tema
Jose Baez
Gorgeous Song.
Juvelina Silva
fantastic.thank you.God Bless you and your family.
abiola olusiyi
effortlessly great