Music journalist Richie Unterberger has described the later song "All Strung Out" as Nino Tempo & April Stevens' "greatest triumph", declaring it "one of the greatest Phil Spector-inspired productions of all time". For years following their charting singles, the duo continued recording, but failed to achieve continued sales success
Deep Purple
Nino Tempo & April Stevens Lyrics
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When the deep purple falls over sleepy garden walls
And the stars begin to twinkle in the night
In the mist of a memory you wander all back to me
Breathing my name with a sigh
In the still of the night once again I hold you tight
And as long as my heart will beat, sweet lover, we'll always meet
Here in my deep purple dreams
When the deep purple falls over sleepy garden walls
And the stars begin to twinkle in the night
In the mist of a memory you wander back to me
Breathing my name with a sigh
In the still of the night once again I hold you tight
Though you're gone, your love lives on when moonlight beams
And as long as my heart will beat, sweet lover, we'll always meet
Here in my deep purple dreams
And as long as my heart will beat, sweet lover, we'll always meet
Here in my deep purple dreams
Whoa whoa-ho-ho, whoa-ho-ho, whoa-ho-ho
Nino Tempo's "Deep Purple" is a love song that captures the emotions of two lovers who have been separated. The opening lines describe the scene of a sleepy garden, where the deep purple of the sky casts a spell over the surroundings. It's night time, and the stars twinkle in the sky, setting the stage for a romantic reunion. In the mist of a memory, the singer's lover appears, and she comes to life in his mind. He hears her breathing his name with a sigh, and he's transported back to the time when she was with him.
The song's refrain repeats throughout the song, highlighting the memory's power over the singer as he dreams of his lost love. The memory is so strong that it provides a sense of comfort and peace, even though his lover is not physically present. The singer's emotions are palpable as he yearns for his lover's return, capturing the beauty of love in its purest form.
Overall, "Deep Purple" is a soulful and emotional ballad that speaks to the power of love and how it can transcend time and distance. It's a beautiful reminder that even when something or someone is gone, the memories of love are alive, and they continue to be cherished in our hearts.
Line by Line Meaning
When the deep purple falls over sleepy garden walls
As the night sky becomes deep purple and envelopes the quiet garden walls
And the stars begin to twinkle in the night
As the stars start to shine in the dark blue sky
In the mist of a memory you wander all back to me
You drift back to me in a hazy recollection
Breathing my name with a sigh
Whispering my name with a longing exhale
In the still of the night once again I hold you tight
In the quietness of the night, I embrace you tightly once again
Though you're gone, your love lives on when moonlight beams
Even though you're not physically here, your love persists in the moon's luminous rays
And as long as my heart will beat, sweet lover, we'll always meet
As long as my heart continues to beat, my dear, we will reunite
Here in my deep purple dreams
In my vivid, picturesque dreams with shades of deep purple
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Peter De Rose, Mitchell Parish
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@GereDJ2
They were brother and sister and I loved playing this on the radio. Always got calls. Loved the harmonica arrangement, too! Originally done in 1938 by Larry Clinton Orchestra and vocal by Bea Wain, and was a huge #1 then, too!
Recorded 12/23/1938 - Charted At #1 In 1939. Victor 26141A
"Deep Purple" was the biggest hit written by pianist Peter DeRose, who broadcast, 1923 to 1939, with May Singhi as "The Sweethearts of the Air" on the NBC radio network. "Deep Purple" was published in 1933 as a piano composition. The following year, Paul Whiteman had it scored for his suave "big band" orchestra that was "making a lady out of jazz" in Whiteman's phrase. "Deep Purple" became so popular in sheet music sales that Mitchell Parish added lyrics in 1938:
When the deep purple falls over sleepy garden walls
And the stars begin to twinkle in the sky—
In the mist of a memory you wander back to me
Breathing my name with a sigh...
Beatrice Ruth Wain (April 30, 1917 – August 19, 2017) was an American Big Band-era singer and radio personality born in the Bronx, New York City. She had a number of hits with Larry Clinton and his Orchestra. After her marriage she and her husband became involved in radio, helming a show titled "Mr. and Mrs. Music". Larry Clinton and His Orchestra recorded one of the most popular versions of the song on 23 December 1938. Featuring vocalist Bea Wain, the Clinton version was a huge hit. Released in January 1939 on Victor Records, the Clinton recording was number one on the U.S. popular music charts for nine consecutive weeks in 1939.
@sharonm.8896
I am 76 now. This was one of the favorites we would listen to with our transistor radios in high school. I wish this type of music would return.❤
@yesbruv7141
I'm a music producer. If someone wrote and produced a track like this today it would be regarded as a genius post modern work of art. It just can't be done anymore. Spirit of the times.
@2011littlejohn1
As a guitar vocalist I would like you to elaborate a bit more as to why it can't be done anymore - you can't mean physically so there must be some established control factor involved.
@ChadBest-ug8uo
As a Uber driver please clarify because I want quality music when I drive
@mikeclaunch7575
❤Dig it Daddio❤
@lazur1
@@2011littlejohn1 Perhaps he meant that the 2023 pop-music marketplace values an artificial product for pre-&-young teens, all production/no artistry. Fact: Kids actually prefer electronically-altered voices, & don't like the sound of a natural singing voice, which is "old" to them.
@bird401
This comment is an example of the “golden glow” type. The past (by definition something viewed from a distance) takes on an aura, and we forget that there were plenty of forgettable things going on, like bad songs. We irrationally conclude that the present is in all ways impoverished, including music. Take a listen, and you’ll see/hear that the gold-to-gunk ratio is pretty much the same.
@sabrinalondon4932
My cousins! I’ve held their Grammy for this song in my hands. 😍
@dragonfly1153
That's so cool! I was originally interested in them because they're from Niagara Falls, where my family has lived forever. So talented!
@TnseWlms
@@dragonfly1153 Ni-agara Falls! Slowly I turned. Step by step. Inch by inch...