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.
You Are The Sunshine Of My Life
Perry Como Lyrics
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That's why I'll always be around
You are the apple of my eye
Forever you'll stay in my heart
I feel like this is the beginning
Though I've loved you for a million years
And if I thought our love was ending
You are the sunshine of my life
That's why I'll always stay around
You are the apple of my eye
Forever you'll stay in my heart
You must have known that I was lonely
Because you came to my rescue
And I know that this must be heaven
How could so much love be inside of you?
You are the sunshine of my life, yeah
That's why I'll always stay around
You are the apple of my eye
Forever you'll stay in my heart
Love has joined us
Love has joined us
Let's think sweet love
In Perry Como's You Are The Sunshine of My Life, the singer is expressing his deep love and devotion for his partner. He describes his partner as the sunshine in his life, the one who brings light and joy into his world. The phrase "apple of my eye" is further used to show how much his partner means to him and how he cherishes their relationship. The singer declares that he will always be around, no matter what, emphasising the strength and unwavering nature of his love.
The lyrics suggest that the singer has been in love with his partner for a very long time, perhaps even a million years. He acknowledges that their love has stood the test of time and will continue to do so. The thought of losing their love is unbearable, and he expresses that he would "drown in his own tears" if he were to lose it. The singer then goes on to thank his partner for rescuing him from his loneliness and describes the feeling of being with them as heaven. He cannot fathom the amount of love that is inside his partner and is grateful to have them in his life. The song then concludes with the singer wanting to "think sweet love" with his partner, expressing how much he values their connection.
Line by Line Meaning
You are the sunshine of my life
You bring light and joy into my life and make it better.
That's why I'll always be around
Because you are such a positive force in my life, I will always be there for you.
You are the apple of my eye
You are my cherished and beloved one, whom I hold dear above all others.
Forever you'll stay in my heart
You will always hold a special place in my heart and will never be forgotten.
I feel like this is the beginning
Every day with you feels like a new and exciting journey, full of wondrous possibilities.
Though I've loved you for a million years
My love for you is so strong and enduring that it feels like I have loved you for an eternity.
And if I thought our love was ending
If ever there was a doubt in my mind that our love was fading, it would be devastating to me.
I'd find myself drowning in my own tears
The thought of losing you is so painful and overwhelming that I would be consumed with sadness.
You must have known that I was lonely
It is as if you knew what I needed, even before I did, and came into my life to fill a void.
Because you came to my rescue
You have been my saving grace, helping me to overcome hardships and challenges.
And I know that this must be heaven
Being with you feels like paradise, a place of eternal bliss and happiness.
How could so much love be inside of you?
Your capacity for love and kindness is truly remarkable and a source of wonder and amazement to me.
Love has joined us
Our love has brought us together and will keep us connected forever.
Let's think sweet love
Let us focus on the positive and cherish the love we share, making every moment count.
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, ONErpm, Iricom US Ltd, Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Stevie Wonder
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