Pierino Ronald "Perry" Como (May 18, 1912 – May 12, 2001) was an Italian Am… Read Full Bio ↴Pierino Ronald "Perry" Como (May 18, 1912 – May 12, 2001) was an Italian American crooner during the 20th century. Throughout a career spanning more than half a century he recorded exclusively with the RCA Victor label after signing with them in 1943. He sold millions of records for RCA but he also pioneered a weekly musical variety television show which set the standard and proved one of the most successful in television history. His combined success on television and popular recordings has never been equalled by any other artist of the time. He was always noted for his relaxed attitude, an attitude which was reflected in his singing style. His was a beautiful voice, possessed by this former barber.

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.

O Marenariello
Perry Como Lyrics

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Vicino al mare facciamo l'amore,
a cuore a cuore
ci divertiamo.
É marinara questa bellezza
e su questa bellezza io voglio morire.

~ an original Italian melody

Arranged and adapted by Ray Charles and Nick Perito
with additional Italian adaptation by Salvatore Gambardella

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Perry Como's song "O Marenariello" tell the tale of two people in love who are spending their time near the ocean. The couple is enjoying each other's company and having fun together, which is described in the lyrics as "a cuore a cuore" or "heart to heart." The singer also describes the beauty of the sea, calling it "marinara," and suggests that he would be willing to die for such a thing of beauty.

The lyrics of this song are quite romantic and capture the magic of being in love and spending time near the ocean. The song was originally an Italian melody that was later adapted into English by Ray Charles and Nick Perito, with additional Italian adaptation by Salvatore Gambardella. The fact that this song has been adapted and arranged by so many different people over the years is a testament to its enduring popularity and the beauty of its melody.

Line by Line Meaning

Vicino al mare facciamo l'amore,
We make love by the sea,

a cuore a cuore
heart to heart,

ci divertiamo.
we have fun together.

É marinara questa bellezza
This beauty is of the sea,

e su questa bellezza io voglio morire.
and on this beauty I want to die.

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