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.
Temptation
Perry Como Lyrics
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I should have known you were temptation
You smiled, luring me on
My heart was gone, you were temptation
It would be thrilling
If you were willing
And, if it can never be, pity me
You are temptation and I am yours
Here is my heart take it and say that we'll never part
I'm just a slave, only a slave
To you, temptation
And I am yours
Here is my heart take it and say that we'll never part
I'm just a slave, only a slave
To you, temptation
I'm your slave
The lyrics of Perry Como's "Temptation" essentially convey the struggle of a person who finds themselves irresistibly drawn towards someone who they know is bad for them. The singer realizes that their attraction to this person is a temptation that they can't seem to resist. They admit that they should have known better, but the other person's smile and lure captivated their heart, leaving them helpless against their seduction. The singer acknowledges that nothing can ever come of this, and it's impossible for them to be together, which is a source of great sorrow for them.
They describe the person in vivid terms, as someone who was born to be kissed, and they were unable to resist falling for their temptation. The singer compares their relationship with this person to that of a slave, implying that they are powerless against the pull that the other person has on them. The lyrics are filled with a sense of yearning and longing, mixed with regret and sadness, making it a compelling and relatable song for anyone who has experienced unrequited love or an unhealthy attraction.
Line by Line Meaning
You came, I was alone
You appeared when I was by myself
I should have known you were temptation
I should have realized that you were a temptation
You smiled, luring me on
You smiled, enticing me to follow
My heart was gone, you were temptation
My heart belonged to you; you were my temptation
It would be thrilling
It would be exciting
If you were willing
If you were agreeable
And, if it can never be, pity me
If it is impossible, feel sorry for me
For you were born to be kissed I can't resist
You were meant to be kissed, and I can't resist you
You are temptation and I am yours
You are my temptation, and I belong to you
Here is my heart take it and say that we'll never part
Here is my heart, keep it and promise that we'll never separate
I'm just a slave, only a slave
I'm like a slave - devoted to you
To you, temptation
To you, my temptation
And I am yours
And I belong to you
Here is my heart take it and say that we'll never part
Here is my heart, keep it and promise that we'll never separate
I'm just a slave, only a slave
I'm like a slave - devoted to you
To you, temptation
To you, my temptation
I'm your slave
I belong to you completely, like a slave
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Fintage House Publishing
Written by: ARTHUR FREED, NACIO BROWN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@smack3427
If it weren’t for The Muppetts I’d never have heard this epic song!
@violettatraviata8838
Me too! 😂
@josephbarclayross6216
He was one of the biggest stars of my parents' generation. I remember growing up listening to his songs from infancy. What a smoothie! What a man! The great heart of popular singing.
@catman916
+Joseph Barclay Ross When I was a kid in the 1950s, Perry was one of the best known singers. His TV show was very popular.
@josephbarclayross6216
+catman916 Deservedly. The man embodied all the great love and hope and pride and meaningfulness of his American generation. In short, he was as good as it could possibly get.
@oldscoolgaming6700
"Keep alert and pray. Otherwise temptation will overpower you. For though the spirit is willing enough, the body is weak."
Matthew 26:41
@MS-it4gb
Among the greatest vocalists, ever. My mother loved em. I'm 51 and listened to him since birth. I hate that he covered so many novelty tunes. Some have no idea how great he was because of those recordings.
Akin to Sinatra and New York, New York. I love that tune, but he was also far greater than that tune in his prime... Most younger people only know him for that one and those awful Duets albums...
@donbowers9208
My Dad's absolute Favorite Singer & my Mother in Law, attended high school with Perry, in Canonsburg, PA.
@jediewok16
This...this is amazing! His voice is like butter!
@JCNippert1
In the same light I would like to hear Torme sing this.