Como was also very popular in the UK. His chart successes ranged from 1953 to 1974 and included two number one's, his first hit 'Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes' in 1953 and 'Magic Moments' which stayed at the top for 8 weeks in 1958. His other big UK hits were 'Delaware' ( No 3 in 1960), ' It's Impossible' (No 4 in 1971) , 'And I Love You So' (No 3 in 1973), and 'For The Good Times' (No 7 in 1973).
As well as TV and recording success, Perry Como also made a number of films, including ' Something For The Boys' and 'Doll Face' which were released during WW2.
He died in his sleep on 12 May 2001.
Caterina
Perry Como Lyrics
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Oh! Ho! Ho!
When we kiss, pretty miss, pretty miss, I'm in ecstasy
Caterina
Oh! Ho! Ho! Ho! Ho!
But when we kiss, pretty miss, pretty miss, are you thinking of me?
Ah! Ha! Ha!
Just how long is the list, is the list, of the lips you've kissed?
Oh how happy my heart would be
If I knew that you loved just me
Say it's true
Say you do
Caterina
Caterina
Oh! Ho! Ho!
When we kiss, pretty miss, pretty miss, I'm in ecstasy
Caterina
Oh! Ho! Ho! Ho! Ho!
But when we kiss, pretty miss, pretty miss, are you thinking of me?
Caterina
Ah! Ha! Ho!
Just how long is the list, is the list, of the lips you've kissed?
Oh how happy my heart would be
If I knew that you loved just me
Say it's true
Say you do
Caterina (x2)
The song "Caterina" by Perry Como is about a man who is infatuated with a woman named Caterina. The song describes the happiness he feels when they kiss, but also expresses his insecurity and jealousy about Caterina's past and whether she truly loves him. The upbeat melody and playful lyrics give the impression that the singer is trying to win Caterina's love and affection.
The opening lines "When we kiss, pretty miss, pretty miss, I'm in ecstasy" convey the intense emotions that the singer experiences when he's with Caterina. However, the line "but when we kiss, pretty miss, are you thinking of me?" shows his doubts and worries about Caterina's true feelings towards him. This sentiment is further emphasized in the line "just how long is the list, is the list, of the lips you've kissed?". The singer is questioning whether Caterina has been with other men and how many, which shows his jealousy and insecurity about their relationship.
The chorus of the song repeats the main themes, with the singer expressing his desire to know that Caterina loves only him. The final lines "Say it's true, Say you do, Caterina" shows that the singer is looking for reassurance and validation from Caterina.
Overall, the song is a charming and playful love song that captures the insecurities and complexities of romantic relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
When we kiss, pretty miss, pretty miss, I'm in ecstasy
When we kiss, darling, I feel an overwhelming sense of pleasure
But when we kiss, pretty miss, pretty miss, are you thinking of me?
But, my love, when we kiss, are you thinking of me?
Just how long is the list, is the list, of the lips you've kissed?
May I ask, dear, how many before me have you kissed?
Oh how happy my heart would be
My heart would be so glad
If I knew that you loved just me
If I was certain that you loved only me
Say it's true
Tell me it is true, my love
When we kiss, pretty miss, pretty miss, I'm in ecstasy
When we kiss, darling, I feel an overwhelming sense of pleasure
But when we kiss, pretty miss, pretty miss, are you thinking of me?
But, my love, when we kiss, are you thinking of me?
Just how long is the list, is the list, of the lips you've kissed?
May I ask, dear, how many before me have you kissed?
Oh how happy my heart would be
My heart would be so glad
If I knew that you loved just me
If I was certain that you loved only me
Say it's true
Tell me it is true, my love
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: EARL SHUMAN, MAURICE BOWER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Caterina
Oh! Ho! Ho!
When we kiss, pretty miss, pretty miss, I'm in ecstasy
Caterina
Oh! Ho! Ho! Ho! Ho!
But when we kiss, pretty miss, pretty miss, are you thinking of me?
Caterina
Ah! Ha! Ha!
Just how long is the list, is the list, of the lips you've kissed?
Oh how happy my heart would be
If I knew that you loved just me
Say it's true
Say you do
Caterina
Caterina
Oh! Ho! Ho!
When we kiss, pretty miss, pretty miss, I'm in ecstasy
Caterina
Oh! Ho! Ho! Ho! Ho!
But when we kiss, pretty miss, pretty…
@mjimeno100
hermosa cancion .....aqui va la letra......
Caterina
Oh! Ho! Ho!
When we kiss, pretty miss, pretty miss, I'm in ecstasy
Caterina
Oh! Ho! Ho! Ho! Ho!
But when we kiss, pretty miss, pretty miss, are you thinking of me?
Caterina
Ah! Ha! Ha!
Just how long is the list, is the list, of the lips you've kissed?
Oh how happy my heart would be
If I knew that you loved just me
Say it's true
Say you do
Caterina
Caterina
Oh! Ho! Ho!
When we kiss, pretty miss, pretty miss, I'm in ecstasy
Caterina
Oh! Ho! Ho! Ho! Ho!
But when we kiss, pretty miss, pretty miss, are you thinking of me?
Caterina
Ah! Ha! Ho!
Just how long is the list, is the list, of the lips you've kissed?
Oh how happy my heart would be
If I knew that you loved just me
Say it's true
Say you do
Caterina (x2)
@vesnahill444
Beautiful .....and he sings/sang with such ease .... his voice simply flows
@kathybehr7728
This song never loses the magic it gives to me I never get tired of listening to it. Oh ho ho.
@gisellezanotti8309
Perry is my absolute favorite crooner. I adore him and the gentle yet strong sound he brought to every song he sang.
@didiputz1078
My dad brought this single from New York to Hamburg in 1963 when he was still at sea. then my grandfather played this record on sylvester evening on full volume. that was nice! I was 10 years old. Since then, I have never forgotten the beautiful voice of Perry Como!
@PauloRibeiro-yv1lx
It was a pretty history. I love this song. And i love read and hear about roots. Many people forgets about their roots. The musical bases came from the past. As so our lives bases. Pleople sometimes forgets everything begin as a seed.
@raimondoroberti3786
❤️
@casadoresparanormales44
La mejor voz de todos los tiempos
@bethdenti8823
Ele é espetacular sinceramente não o conhecia mas já estou amando
@lucynaobos2740
Cudowne wykonanie romantycznej piosenki
@CarlDuke
A great song, a great singer. Wonderful post. Belgian singer Helmet Lotti recorded it recently with the same arrangement and does a very good job with it.