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.

That's Where I Came In
Perry Como Lyrics

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You were lonely, that's where I came in
I was lonely, that's how dreams begin
It was more than a moment of bliss
It's the first time I ever knew two hearts could kiss

When your eyes gave me that welcome sign
Something told me someday you'd be mine
The door of love was open, as I was passing by

And that's where I came in

When your eyes gave me that welcome sign
Something told me someday you'd be mine
The door of love was open, as I was passing by
And that's where I came in

Music by Peter De Rose
With lyrics by Charles Tobias , Published 1947

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Perry Como's That's Where I Came In express the idea of two lonely people finding love and happiness in each other's company. The opening lines reveal that the singer and their partner were both experiencing loneliness before their meet-cute. The second line of the song, "I was lonely, that's how dreams begin," implies that the singer had been longing for a meaningful connection before they met their partner. The chorus describes the moment they found each other: "The door of love was open, as I was passing by/ And that's where I came in."

The repeated line, "When your eyes gave me that welcome sign," suggests that the attraction between the two was mutual and instantaneous. The singer also reflects on the significance of their kiss, describing it as "the first time I ever knew two hearts could kiss." The song celebrates the transformative power of love, as the couple was able to overcome their loneliness and come together to form a lasting relationship.

Line by Line Meaning

You were lonely, that's where I came in
You were feeling lonely, and at that precise moment, I came into your life to offer you companionship and support.

I was lonely, that's how dreams begin
I, too, was feeling lonely, and that feeling inspired me to dream of finding someone special who could fulfill a deep emotional need.

It was more than a moment of bliss
Our connection was not just a fleeting moment of joy or happiness; it was a profound and meaningful encounter that brought us both comfort and joy.

It's the first time I ever knew two hearts could kiss
Our emotional connection was so strong that it felt like our hearts were touching and kissing, which was a new and powerful experience for me.

When your eyes gave me that welcome sign
Your friendly and inviting gaze signaled to me that you were open to the possibility of friendship and intimacy, which gave me hope and encouragement.

Something told me someday you'd be mine
While nothing was guaranteed, I had an intuition or a sense that we were meant to be together in some significant way, which encouraged me to pursue our relationship.

The door of love was open, as I was passing by
When I encountered you, it seemed as though fate had brought us together in that moment, and the possibility of love was accessible and available to us.

And that's where I came in
I arrived at the right moment to find you and build a meaningful relationship that brought us both happiness, companionship, and fulfillment.

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: CHARLES TOBIAS, PETER DE ROSE

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