Olivia Newton-John AC DBE (born in Cambridge on 26 September 1948; died 8 A… Read Full Bio ↴Olivia Newton-John AC DBE (born in Cambridge on 26 September 1948; died 8 August 2022) was a British-born Australian-raised singer, songwriter, actress, entrepreneur and activist. She was a four-time Grammy Award winner whose music career included five number-one hits and another ten top-ten hits on the US Billboard Hot 100, and two Billboard 200 number-one albums, If You Love Me, Let Me Know (1974) and Have You Never Been Mellow (1975). Eleven of her singles (including two Platinum) and 14 of her albums (including two Platinum and four 2Γ Platinum) have been certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). With global sales of more than 100 million records, Newton-John is one of the best-selling music artists from the second half of the 20th century to the present.
The youngest child of Professor Brin Newton-John and Irene, daughter of Nobel Prize winning physicist, Max Born, Newton-John moved to Melbourne, Australia, with her family when she was five. By the age of fifteen, she had formed an all-girl group called Sol Four. Later that year she won a talent contest on the popular TV show, βSing, Sing, Sing,β which earned her a trip to London. By 1963, Newton-John was appearing on local daytime TV shows and weekly pop music programs in Australia. She cut her first single for Decca Records in 1966, a version of Jackie DeShannonβs "Till You Say Youβll Be Mine." In 1971, she recorded a cover of Bob Dylanβs "If Not For You," co-produced by John Farrar, with whom she continued to collaborate.
Her 1973 U.S. album debut, "Let Me Be There," produced her first top ten single of the same name, with Newton-John being honored by the Academy Of Country Music as Most Promising Female Vocalist and a Grammy Award as Best Country Vocalist. This proved to be only the beginning of a very exciting career. Her countless successes include three more Grammys, numerous Country Music Awards, American Music Awards and Peoples Choice Awards, five 1 hits including βPhysical,β which topped the charts for ten consecutive weeks, and 15 top 10 singles.
In 1978, her co-starring role with John Travolta in βGreaseβ catapulted Newton-John into super-stardom. This film led to the production of the most successful movie musical soundtrack in history, featuring the duets "Youβre The One That I Want" and "Summer Nights," with Travolta, as well as her mega-hit, "Hopelessly Devoted To You." The film was re-released worldwide in 1998 in celebration of its 20th anniversary to even more acclaim, a true testament to the filmβs timeless quality. Her other film credits include βXanadu,β βTwo Of A Kind,β βItβs My Party,β and βSordid Lives.β She followed that success, by co-starring with her daughter, Chloe, in the Showtime movie, βThe Wilde Girls.β Clearly following in her motherβs footsteps, Chloe has recently signed her first record label contract.
Newton-John appeal was boundless. With a career spanning more than three decades she was adored by fans across the world. Throughout her career, the much-loved star, who danced with Gene Kelly in βXanadu,β hosted the popular internationally syndicated βWild Lifeβ television show, was bestowed an O.B.E. (Order Of The British Empire) by Queen Elizabeth in 1979, has held many humanitarian causes close to her heart, particularly since the birth of her daughter Chloe in 1986. She served as Goodwill Ambassador to the United Nations Environment Programme and in 1991, the Colette Chuda Environmental Fund/CHEC (Childrenβs Health Environ-mental Coalition) was founded after the tragic death of Chloeβs best friend from a rare childhood cancer, with Olivia serving as National Spokesperson for ten years. Newton-Johnβs devotion and shared commitment to CHECβs mission and goals enabled the organization to receive worldwide attention and support. (For more information visit www.CHECnet.org.)
Her charmed life has not been without its share of upset. In the 90s, Newton-John successfully overcame her own battle with breast cancer, which inspired her self-penned and produced album, βGAIA,β her most personal album reflecting upon her experiences with cancer. She used these experiences to gain greater self-awareness and became a positive inspiration to millions of people battling cancer. As a breast cancer survivor, Newton-John became increasingly well known and respected for talking openly about her battle with breast cancer and for promoting public awareness of the importance of early detection. Her personal victory against cancer led her to announce her partnership with the Austin & Repatriation Medical Centre and the creation of the βOlivia Newton-John Cancer Centreβ (ONJCC) on the Austin Campus in her hometown, Melbourne, Australia. The ONJCC will provide a comprehensive range of services and facilities for cancer treatment, education, training and research. (For more information visit www.armc.org.au.)
Newton-John was acknowledged many times by charitable and environmental organizations for her ongoing efforts, among them: the American Red Cross, the Environmental Media Association, the Womenβs Guild of Cedarβs Sinai Medical Center, the Rainforest Alliance and Concept Cure. Olivia promotes breast health awareness and has introduced the βOlivia Breast Self-Exam Kit,β an aid to help women perform self-exams with more ease and confidence (www.liv.com).
In the 2000's, her interational recognition continued to grow. She was invited by the Vatican on behalf of Pope John Paul II to perform at the Jubilee Celebration for the Sick and Healthcare Workers. Olivia was thrilled to perform at the Opening Ceremony of the Sydney 2000 Olympics to an estimated global viewing audience of four billion people. Adding to this Olympic experience is what Olivia feels is one of her most memorable moments β the honor of carrying the Olympic Torch during the Olympic Torch Relay. Her passion for Australia was ignited again when Olivia reunited with friend and business partner, Pat Farrar, to promote the Koala Blue brand with distinctly Australian wines to proudly bring βthe taste of Australiaβ to the rest of the world. Her healing spirit also led to the opening of the GAIA Retreat & Spa in her homeland of Australia (www.GaiaRetreat.com.au).
In 1999, her album, "Back With A Heart," garnered her an Emmy Award for her songwriting. In 2000/2001, Olivia released her only live album, "One Womanβs Live Journey," followed by βMagic - The Very Best of Olivia Newton-John,β which celebrated thirty years of recording. And if that wasnβt enough, she also released her first holiday album, βThe Christmas Collection.β In 2002, a CD of duets simply titled, β2,β was recorded in Australia and features a host of talented Ozzies along with a couple of her American friends, followed by βIndigo: Women of Song,β a tribute to some of her favorite female performers.
The CD βStronger Than Before,β release in 2005, features songs of inspiration, courage and hope that relate to the complex emotions cancer patients and their loved ones experience. A portion of the CDβs proceeds benefit cancer research.
Her recording, βGrace and Gratitude,β a CD for relaxation to promote spiritual balance and physical and emotional healing, was released in September 2006 and coincided with the launch of Newton-John's wellness products for women.
In 2002, Newton-John was inducted into the prestigious Australian Music Hall Of Fame at the 16th Annual Aria Awards. Her latest honors include receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award by friend John Travolta at the GβDay L.A. Ball in 2006.
Newton-John was also appointed as an Officer of the Order of Australia by the Queen for her βservice to the entertainment industry as a singer and actor, and to the community through organizations supporting breast cancer treatment, education and training research, and the environment.β
Wesite www.OliviaNewton-John.com
The youngest child of Professor Brin Newton-John and Irene, daughter of Nobel Prize winning physicist, Max Born, Newton-John moved to Melbourne, Australia, with her family when she was five. By the age of fifteen, she had formed an all-girl group called Sol Four. Later that year she won a talent contest on the popular TV show, βSing, Sing, Sing,β which earned her a trip to London. By 1963, Newton-John was appearing on local daytime TV shows and weekly pop music programs in Australia. She cut her first single for Decca Records in 1966, a version of Jackie DeShannonβs "Till You Say Youβll Be Mine." In 1971, she recorded a cover of Bob Dylanβs "If Not For You," co-produced by John Farrar, with whom she continued to collaborate.
Her 1973 U.S. album debut, "Let Me Be There," produced her first top ten single of the same name, with Newton-John being honored by the Academy Of Country Music as Most Promising Female Vocalist and a Grammy Award as Best Country Vocalist. This proved to be only the beginning of a very exciting career. Her countless successes include three more Grammys, numerous Country Music Awards, American Music Awards and Peoples Choice Awards, five 1 hits including βPhysical,β which topped the charts for ten consecutive weeks, and 15 top 10 singles.
In 1978, her co-starring role with John Travolta in βGreaseβ catapulted Newton-John into super-stardom. This film led to the production of the most successful movie musical soundtrack in history, featuring the duets "Youβre The One That I Want" and "Summer Nights," with Travolta, as well as her mega-hit, "Hopelessly Devoted To You." The film was re-released worldwide in 1998 in celebration of its 20th anniversary to even more acclaim, a true testament to the filmβs timeless quality. Her other film credits include βXanadu,β βTwo Of A Kind,β βItβs My Party,β and βSordid Lives.β She followed that success, by co-starring with her daughter, Chloe, in the Showtime movie, βThe Wilde Girls.β Clearly following in her motherβs footsteps, Chloe has recently signed her first record label contract.
Newton-John appeal was boundless. With a career spanning more than three decades she was adored by fans across the world. Throughout her career, the much-loved star, who danced with Gene Kelly in βXanadu,β hosted the popular internationally syndicated βWild Lifeβ television show, was bestowed an O.B.E. (Order Of The British Empire) by Queen Elizabeth in 1979, has held many humanitarian causes close to her heart, particularly since the birth of her daughter Chloe in 1986. She served as Goodwill Ambassador to the United Nations Environment Programme and in 1991, the Colette Chuda Environmental Fund/CHEC (Childrenβs Health Environ-mental Coalition) was founded after the tragic death of Chloeβs best friend from a rare childhood cancer, with Olivia serving as National Spokesperson for ten years. Newton-Johnβs devotion and shared commitment to CHECβs mission and goals enabled the organization to receive worldwide attention and support. (For more information visit www.CHECnet.org.)
Her charmed life has not been without its share of upset. In the 90s, Newton-John successfully overcame her own battle with breast cancer, which inspired her self-penned and produced album, βGAIA,β her most personal album reflecting upon her experiences with cancer. She used these experiences to gain greater self-awareness and became a positive inspiration to millions of people battling cancer. As a breast cancer survivor, Newton-John became increasingly well known and respected for talking openly about her battle with breast cancer and for promoting public awareness of the importance of early detection. Her personal victory against cancer led her to announce her partnership with the Austin & Repatriation Medical Centre and the creation of the βOlivia Newton-John Cancer Centreβ (ONJCC) on the Austin Campus in her hometown, Melbourne, Australia. The ONJCC will provide a comprehensive range of services and facilities for cancer treatment, education, training and research. (For more information visit www.armc.org.au.)
Newton-John was acknowledged many times by charitable and environmental organizations for her ongoing efforts, among them: the American Red Cross, the Environmental Media Association, the Womenβs Guild of Cedarβs Sinai Medical Center, the Rainforest Alliance and Concept Cure. Olivia promotes breast health awareness and has introduced the βOlivia Breast Self-Exam Kit,β an aid to help women perform self-exams with more ease and confidence (www.liv.com).
In the 2000's, her interational recognition continued to grow. She was invited by the Vatican on behalf of Pope John Paul II to perform at the Jubilee Celebration for the Sick and Healthcare Workers. Olivia was thrilled to perform at the Opening Ceremony of the Sydney 2000 Olympics to an estimated global viewing audience of four billion people. Adding to this Olympic experience is what Olivia feels is one of her most memorable moments β the honor of carrying the Olympic Torch during the Olympic Torch Relay. Her passion for Australia was ignited again when Olivia reunited with friend and business partner, Pat Farrar, to promote the Koala Blue brand with distinctly Australian wines to proudly bring βthe taste of Australiaβ to the rest of the world. Her healing spirit also led to the opening of the GAIA Retreat & Spa in her homeland of Australia (www.GaiaRetreat.com.au).
In 1999, her album, "Back With A Heart," garnered her an Emmy Award for her songwriting. In 2000/2001, Olivia released her only live album, "One Womanβs Live Journey," followed by βMagic - The Very Best of Olivia Newton-John,β which celebrated thirty years of recording. And if that wasnβt enough, she also released her first holiday album, βThe Christmas Collection.β In 2002, a CD of duets simply titled, β2,β was recorded in Australia and features a host of talented Ozzies along with a couple of her American friends, followed by βIndigo: Women of Song,β a tribute to some of her favorite female performers.
The CD βStronger Than Before,β release in 2005, features songs of inspiration, courage and hope that relate to the complex emotions cancer patients and their loved ones experience. A portion of the CDβs proceeds benefit cancer research.
Her recording, βGrace and Gratitude,β a CD for relaxation to promote spiritual balance and physical and emotional healing, was released in September 2006 and coincided with the launch of Newton-John's wellness products for women.
In 2002, Newton-John was inducted into the prestigious Australian Music Hall Of Fame at the 16th Annual Aria Awards. Her latest honors include receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award by friend John Travolta at the GβDay L.A. Ball in 2006.
Newton-John was also appointed as an Officer of the Order of Australia by the Queen for her βservice to the entertainment industry as a singer and actor, and to the community through organizations supporting breast cancer treatment, education and training research, and the environment.β
Wesite www.OliviaNewton-John.com
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
Olivia Newton-John Lyrics
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Twinkle, twinkle little star
How I wonder what you are
Up above the world so high
Like a diamond in the sky
Twinkle, twinkle little star
How I wonder what you are
How I wonder what you are
Up above the world so high
Like a diamond in the sky
Twinkle, twinkle little star
How I wonder what you are
The lyrics of Olivia Newton-John's rendition of the children's classic "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" evoke a sense of wonder and awe in the listener. The first two lines of the song express the curiosity and fascination that the singer has with the star. The singer marvels at the beauty and mysteriousness of the object, and expresses a desire to understand it. The star is viewed as a symbol of something beyond the singer's comprehension, yet something that is worthy of admiration and contemplation. The following line "Up above the world so high" reinforces this sense of distance and otherworldliness.
The second half of the song describes the star as a glittering jewel in the sky. The image of a diamond adds to the sense of wonder and beauty that is associated with the star. The song concludes with a repetition of the first two lines, emphasizing the singer's persistent curiosity and desire to understand this enigmatic object.
Overall, the song evokes a sense of curiosity, wonder, and admiration for the natural world. It encourages the listener to appreciate the beauty and mystery of the cosmos, and to seek understanding and insight.
Line by Line Meaning
Twinkle, twinkle little star
Oh, little star that sparkles in the night sky
How I wonder what you are
I am filled with curiosity about your nature and origin
Up above the world so high
You are positioned high in the heavens, far away from the earth
Like a diamond in the sky
You shine as bright as a priceless gemstone amidst the dark background of space
Twinkle, twinkle little star
Oh, little star that twinkles in the darkness
How I wonder what you are
I am fascinated by your mystery and beauty
Lyrics Β© Phonographic Digital Limited (PDL), Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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