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.
In the Still of the Night
Perry Como Lyrics
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In the still of the night, as I gaze from my window,
At the moon in it's flight, my thoughts all stray to you
In the still of the night, while the world is in slumber,
Oh the times without number, Darling when I say to you,
"Do you love me, as I love you?
Are you my life to be, my dreams come true? ( Will you be my dream come true?)
Like the moon growing dim, on the rim of the hill,
In the chill, still of the night (Do you love me?)
(Do you love me?)
The lyrics to Perry Como's song "In the Still of the Night" speak about the feelings that one has during the quiet moments of the night. He gazes out of his window at the moon in flight, allowing his thoughts to wander and drift towards a special someone. He speaks of how, during these still moments of the night while the world is in slumber, he can't help but wonder if they love him as much as he loves them. He asks if they are meant to be together and if they will be each other's dream come true or if his dream will simply fade away into the night.
The song's lyrics create a sense of longing for a deep and meaningful connection with someone special. It's a wonderful illustration of how the quiet moments of the night can allow us to consider the most profound aspects of our lives. Perry Como's gentle and soothing voice communicates these emotions beautifully, capturing a sense of romantic yearning that many can relate to.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you love me? Do you love me?
The singer is questioning their beloved's feelings for them, asking if they are truly loved.
In the still of the night, as I gaze from my window,
During a quiet moment at night, the singer stands by the window, thinking about their beloved.
At the moon in it's flight, my thoughts all stray to you
The singer looks up at the moon and thinks of their beloved, their thoughts wandering to them.
In the still of the night, while the world is in slumber,
At a time when the world is asleep and quiet, the artist thinks about their love.
Oh the times without number, Darling when I say to you,
The artist has said this to their beloved many times before.
"Do you love me, as I love you?
The singer asks their beloved if they love them the same way that the singer loves them.
Are you my life to be, my dreams come true? ( Will you be my dream come true?)
The singer asks their beloved if they will be the one they spend their life with and make their dreams a reality.
Or, will this dream of mine fade out of sight?"
The artist wonders if their dreams will go unfulfilled and if their love for their beloved is just a dream.
Like the moon growing dim, on the rim of the hill,
The artist compares the fading of their dream to the moon disappearing behind a hill.
In the chill, still of the night (Do you love me?)
During the cold and quiet night, the artist asks their beloved once again if they are loved.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Cloud9, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Cole Porter
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Don R
Very, very good. I like Perry better when he sang at least part of a song at full voice rather than the quiet whispering crooning which I think he grew too fond of.
Don Guan
Check out Al Martino for full voice.
John Jurkewicz
👍👍It so great 👍👍
Xanthia
A much rendition than Sinatra's
Xanthia
Better than Sinatra's version.
jaromir1942
Try listen Czech version with our Legendarry singer Rudolf Cortés. Call is " Tiše Den Zhasíná".J.H.
john green
AS it was supposed to be sung. A wonderful rendition. That jazzed up Sinatra version is inferior to this one'
king griffin
ugh what is that intro? who put that in there and why