He became widely known for his version of "Wind Beneath My Wings" (1982), as well as his own compositions "Durham Town (The Leavin')" (1969) and "I Don't Believe in If Anymore" (1970), his 1970 hit "New World in the Morning" and his 1975 hit "The Last Farewell" (his only single to hit the US Billboard Hot 100, making it to the Top 20).
Whittakers first chart success came in 1969 when "Durham Town (The Leavin')" was his first UK Top 20 hit. In 1970 came two follow-up hits, "I Don't Believe In If Anymore" (Top 10) and "New World In The Morning" (Top 20), and 1971 brought two smaller hit singles "Why" and "Mamy Blue".
Whittaker was absent from the UK singles chart until 1975, when "The Last Farewell" went Top 3, after which it was another eleven years until "Skye Boat Song" returned him to the Top 10 of the singles chart.
Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Whittaker had success in Germany, with German language songs produced by Nick Munro (unable to speak German at that time, Whittaker sang the songs phonetically). In time he became more fluent in German and sang and was interviewed in German on Danish television in November 2008. Whittaker retired from touring in 2013.
New World in the Morning
Roger Whittaker Lyrics
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I, myself don't talk about a new world in the morning. A new world in the morning, that's today.
And I can feel a new tomorrow comin' on.
And I don't know why I have to make a song. Everybody talks a bout a new world in the morning. New world in the morning takes so long.
I met a man who had a dream he had since he was twenty. I met that man when he was eighty-one. He said too many
people just stand and wait up til the mornin', Don't they know tomorrow never comes.
And he would feel a new tomorrow coming on. And when he'd smile his eyes would twinkle up in thought. Everybody talks about a new world in the morning. New world in the morning never comes.
And I don't know why I have to make a song. Everybody talks about a new world in the morning. New world in the morning takes so long.
The lyrics of Roger Whittaker's song "New World In The Morning" are full of insightful observations about the concept of a new day and a new world. The opening lines suggest that many people speak of a new world in the morning, but the singer himself does not. Instead, he embraces the idea that today is a new world, and every day presents new opportunities and possibilities. The repetition of this theme throughout the song emphasizes the importance of living in the present, rather than being fixated on some far-off future.
One of the most poignant lines in the song comes from the man the singer meets, who had a dream since he was twenty but didn't fulfill it until he was eighty-one. He laments that too many people wait around for tomorrow, not realizing that tomorrow never comes. This underscores the importance of taking action and seizing opportunities in the present, rather than putting things off in the hopes that some ideal future will arrive.
Overall, "New World In The Morning" is a reminder of the beauty and possibility of each new day, and the importance of embracing the present and pursuing one's dreams with determination and purpose.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody talks about a new world in the morning
People often speak of a better future, a new start in the morning.
A new world in the morning so they say.
It is said that tomorrow always brings hope and a better future.
I, myself don't talk about a new world in the morning.
I am not like those who talk about a better tomorrow; I live in the present and strive to make today better.
A new world in the morning, that's today.
Today brings a new beginning and a chance for change in the world.
And I can feel a new tomorrow comin' on.
I sense a positive change in the air, a new day dawning.
And I don't know why I have to make a song.
I don't understand why I feel compelled to express my optimism through music, but I do.
I met a man who had a dream he had since he was twenty.
I once encountered a person who held onto a dream from their youth.
I met that man when he was eighty-one.
I finally met him when he was an old man.
He said too many people just stand and wait up til the mornin',
He believed many people waste their lives waiting for a better future instead of seizing the present moment.
Don't they know tomorrow never comes.
He realized that hope for a better future is not enough, and taking action in the present is necessary for change to occur.
And he would feel a new tomorrow coming on.
Despite his age, he still had hope for the future and believed better days were ahead.
And when he'd smile his eyes would twinkle up in thought.
He would light up with joy and hope, reflecting on the possibilities of a better future.
New world in the morning never comes.
Despite people's hopes and dreams for a better future, change may not always arrive as expected.
New world in the morning takes so long.
The journey towards a better future can be a slow and challenging one, requiring perseverance and dedication.
Lyrics © BUDDE MUSIC FRANCE, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ROGER WHITTAKER
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@kimwood9119
My (now late) Mother and I saw Roger Whittaker in concert, once, at "Centennial Concert Hall", in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
1975 or 1976.
Beautiful baritone voice!!
Enjoyed his concert.
Still enjoy his recordings.
R.I.P.
@rbraxley
RIP Roger Whittaker. The world is a bit less bright today.
@waynedurham1997
Sadly this voice was stilled on Sept 13,2023. He’s singing in Heaven now.
@waynetompkins3006
Whatever dude. We all gotta go sometime.
@ngangajeremiah9912
Who decieved that when all people dies they go to heaven?? There's hell too,& many goes there than to heaven!😮
@carolynbarnes7098
For you both that are the nay sayers. Let them get their comfort!! I am with you but it was they need.. Everyone deals with loss in their own ways.
@ChristopherLee3247
@@waynetompkins3006all the 45s at goodwill store has gone away. This Roger Whitaker 45 was one of them. I wish I would have gotten this one before they threw them in the dumpster.
@jnairac
R.i .P. Dad
.he passed away
63 years happily married
@hendrikdevries9725
My mother played his songs from an old cassette player when I was young, and still love them today.
Thanks Mr RW x
@mrbumble2986
Just heard the sad news, RIP Roger Whittaker a real gentleman with a superb voice..
@jamesbrooke8237
He sure was. I saw him in Sault Sainte Marie Michigan in August 1998. A wonderful man and voice indeed. RIP Roger Whittaker. You'll be missed!