In 1968, Goulet was on Broadway in the Kander and Ebb musical, The Happy Time. He appeared in a 1982 production of Rose-Marie with Inga Swenson, and in 2005 appeared in the Broadway revival of Jerry Herman's La Cage aux Folles. Goulet began a recording career with Columbia Records in 1962 which resulted in more than 15 albums.
Goulet began working in films in 1962, providing the voice of one of the characters in the animated feature Gay Purr-ee opposite Judy Garland. His first acting role was in His and Hers (1964), but it was not until a cameo appearance as a singer in Louis Malle's Atlantic City (1980) that Goulet was given critical acclaim. He recorded the song Atlantic City (My Old Friend) for Applause Records in 1981.
He was absent from the screen for seven years until he was cast by Tim Burton as a houseguest blown through the roof by Beetlejuice and also played himself in Bill Murray's Scrooged (both 1988). In 1990, he sang the Canadian national anthem at the beginning of WrestleMania VI, which was held at the Toronto Skydome in Toronto, Ontario Canada.
In 1991, Goulet starred, along with John Putch and Hillary Bailey Smith, in the unsold television series pilot Acting Sheriff. That same year he appeared as the bad guy known as 'Quentin Hapsburg' opposite Leslie Nielsen in the comedy The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear.
In 1993, he played himself in the Simpsons episode $pringfield. In that episode, he sang the well-known Jingle Bells (Batman Smells), although he has yet to record the song commercially. In 1996, he appeared in Ellen DeGeneres' first starring vehicle, Mr. Wrong, as an insecure TV host. Goulet has also appeared in the Disney cartoon, 'Recess', as the singing voice for Mikey Blumberg, in numerous episodes.
People
Robert Goulet Lyrics
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People who need people,
Are the luckiest people in the world
We're children, needing other children
And yet letting a grown-up pride
Hide all the need inside
Acting more like children than children
They're the luckiest people in the world
With one person one very special person
A feeling deep in your soul
Says you were half now you're whole
No more hunger and thirst
But first be a person who needs people.
People who need people
Are the luckiest people in the world
With one person one very special person
No more hunger and thirst
But first be a person who needs people
People who need people
Are the luckiest people in the world
The song "People" by Robert Goulet is a tribute to how people need other people, and that needing others is actually a gift or a stroke of luck rather than a weakness or vulnerability. The opening lines of the song, “People, people who need people, are the luckiest people in the world,” expresses the idea that individuals who have other people in their lives are fortunate. The second and third lines, “We're children, needing other children, and yet letting a grown-up pride hide all the need inside,” describe how people, in general, have a fundamental need for connection and community, but that sometimes this need is hidden behind the facade of adult strength and independence. Goulet highlights the paradox that while we sometimes try to present ourselves as self-reliant and independent, ultimately we are happiest and most fulfilled when we connect with those around us.
The second stanza of the song focuses on lovers and how love can make individuals feel complete. Goulet sings, “Lovers are very special people; they're the luckiest people in the world. With one person, one very special person, a feeling deep in your soul says you were half, now you're whole. No more hunger and thirst, but first be a person who needs people.” This stanza emphasizes the importance of romantic love and the idea that it can fulfill an individual in ways that nothing else can. However, Goulet underlines the importance of still being connected to others, even if you have a romantic partner. He underscores that true happiness comes from being a person who needs people.
Line by Line Meaning
People,
This song is about people and the importance of human connection.
People who need people,
People who rely on others emotionally are fortunate to have those connections.
Are the luckiest people in the world
Such people are fortunate beyond words because they have fulfilling lives filled with rich connections.
We're children, needing other children
Though we grow up, people still need one another like children.
And yet letting a grown-up pride
Despite being adults, we must put our pride aside and admit we need one another.
Hide all the need inside
People often hide their emotional needs, which can be a mistake, as they miss out on some of life's most rewarding experiences.
Acting more like children than children
Ironically, adults who are unwilling to show their emotional needs often act like children who haven't learned how to cope in the world.
Lovers are very special people
Romantic partners are particularly important in people's lives.
They're the luckiest people in the world
People who have found that special someone to love and cherish are extremely lucky indeed.
With one person one very special person
For some people, true fulfillment may come only by forming a deep connection to another person.
A feeling deep in your soul
When you find that special someone, you'll feel it resonating deep inside you.
Says you were half now you're whole
When you finally find the right person, you'll feel like you are finally complete.
No more hunger and thirst
With a deep, meaningful connection to someone, you'll never feel starved for emotional nourishment again.
But first be a person who needs people.
Before you can form those connections, you must be willing to accept and acknowledge your emotional needs.
People who need people
People who want and find joy through mutually beneficial relationships are the lucky few.
Are the luckiest people in the world
Again, those who are willing to form deep connections with others are truly the luckiest people in the world.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bob Merrill, Jule Styne
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Dennis Rogers
Lovely Vera.....Thank you. What a nice duet. The power of Robert's voice and the softness of Barbra. Very enjoyable. Did Robert sing around the house?
Carl Hymans
loved the duet, thank you Vera!
maureen1938
Thank you for posting this stunning share....it's superb. Two wonderful singers.
alfred papiewski
Barbara and Robert meet and create a little magic in "People"!
Miguel Lopez Orts
alfred papiewski and i need robert and barbra the best of the best
Brian A. Walker
great duet I knew it would be , perfect timing
Filmmekker
He would have made a good Nicky Arnstien in Funny Girl.
Magdalena Santaella
My eternal love. Sorry Vera. Just as my favorite singer always
jeffrey richards
Fabulous! THANKS again ............ Jeff.
Lisa Bullock
I love this song, and sing like that was the best....xoxo