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.
It's Been A Long Long Time
Perry Como Lyrics
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Then kiss me once again,
It's been a long, long time!
Haven't felt like this my dear,
Since I can't remember when,
It's been a long, long time!
You'll never know how may dreams
Or just how empty they all seemed
Without you
So, kiss me once, then kiss me twice,
Then kiss me once again,
It's been a long, long time!
You'll never know how may dreams
I dreamed about you,
Or just how empty they all seemed
Without you
So, kiss me once, then kiss me twice,
Then kiss me once again,
It's been a long, long time!
Perry Como's song It's Been a Long Long Time is a romantic ballad that describes the joy and excitement of reuniting with a loved one after a long separation. The song begins with the singer asking their lover to kiss them multiple times, saying "It's been a long, long time!" The singer goes on to describe how much they have missed their lover, and how much they have thought about them during their time apart. They express their deep desire to be with their lover again, and how empty life has felt without them.
The lyrics of the song are simple and straightforward, but they express a powerful emotion that anyone who has been in a long-distance relationship can relate to. The repeated refrain of "kiss me once, then kiss me twice, then kiss me once again" is both sweet and sensual, conveying the intensity of the singer's desire.
Overall, Perry Como's It's Been a Long Long Time is a beautiful and heartfelt love song that captures the feelings of longing and anticipation that come with long periods of separation from a loved one.
Line by Line Meaning
Kiss me once, then kiss me twice,
Please kiss me multiple times as it has been so long since I have felt your passionate embrace.
Then kiss me once again,
Follow up your first couple of kisses with yet another one to ensure that our love has a strong and lasting impact.
It's been a long, long time!
I can't help but reflect on how much time has passed since I last saw you and how much I have yearned for you in the intervening years.
Haven't felt like this my dear,
This overwhelming sensation of love and affection is so powerful that I cannot recall feeling it in many years, my beloved.
Since I can't remember when,
I am struggling to pinpoint exactly when it was that I last felt this way, so all of my old memories feel distant and hazy.
You'll never know how may dreams
You could never truly comprehend the number of dreams that I have had about you and how much they have guided my heart through these troubled times.
I dreamed about you,
Each and every night, my dreams were chock full of thoughts about you and our past shared experiences.
Or just how empty they all seemed
Without your presence, all of these dreamscapes felt devoid of meaning and purpose, as if they were just empty vessels.
So, kiss me once, then kiss me twice,
I implore you once again to shower me with physical affection, preferably in the form of a pair of deep and meaningful kisses.
It's been a long, long time!
Once again, I must emphasize how much I have missed you and how long it has been since I have been able to communicate these feelings directly to you.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jule Styne, Sammy Cahn
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William L Robinson
Perry was a very good vocalist during this swing period.
Josephine Line
I can't believe the Perry Como has such a beautiful voice and he sings very soft voice even what did he see little bit older I like all his music
joven llabore
a blast from the past soundtrack.. good to hear this kind of music..
Zoox Coby
Great tune, great singers... and, excellent arrangements throughout the years ! Each with their own special charm. However, I'm always curious to know when the original version was recorded (meaning, in this case, Perry's). Including that in the description would comfortably round off the listening experience, and give it a helpful perspective. At any rate, Perry swings it in his own airy and laid-back style, of course. Sounds like the Andrew Sisters, backing... nicely done. Thanks for sharing !
Kagimu Mukasa
Would like to hear the duet between either commo or bing or sinatra with lady.my dad lost that vinyl.
The_PhD_of_Life
Another one of my favorites. I have this one on record as well. I'm replacing less needles on my record player since finding these songs on YouTube. Thanks for sharing !
sheridan t
I love anything from Mr C!
belasgirl6
Bing Crosby with the Les Paul trio is the best...and second is Frank Sinatra with his buttery sweet vocals.
TheDrakenZ
thanks, i was looking for it lol.
Shade
Ok so I guess this is the only endgame comment.