He graduated from Rocky River High School in Rocky River, Ohio in 1927. He attended Ohio University in Athens, Ohio where he was a member of Theta Chi Fraternity. Kaye could play the saxophone and the clarinet, but he never featured himself as a soloist on either one.
A leader of one of the so-called "Sweet" bands of the Big Band era, he made a large number of records for Vocalion Records, RCA Victor, Columbia Records, and the American Decca record label. Kaye was known for an audience participation gimmick called "So You Want To Lead A Band?" where audience members would be called onto stage in an attempt to conduct the orchestra, with the possibility of winning batons. Kaye was also known for his use of "singing of song titles", which was emulated by Kay Kyser and Blue Barron.
Musicians included Ralph Flanagan, Dale Cornell and Marty Oscard. Singers included Don Cornell (not related to Dale Cornell), Billy Williams, and Nancy Norman.
He was posthumously inducted into the Big Band and Jazz Hall of Fame in 1992 and for his contribution
to the recording industry has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
We'll Meet Again
Sammy Kaye Lyrics
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We'll meet again, don't know where, don't know when,
But I know we'll meet again, some sunny day.
Keep smiling through, just like you always do,
'Til the blue skies drive the dark clouds far away.
So will you please say hello to the folks that I know,
Tell them I won't be long.
I was singing this song.
We'll meet again, don't know where, don't know when,
But I know we'll meet again, some sunny day.
So will you please say hello to the folks that I know,
Tell them I won't be long.
They'll be happy to know that as you saw me go,
I was singing this song.
Keep smiling through, just like you always do,
'Til the blue skies drive the dark clouds far away.
Sammy Kaye's song We'll Meet Again is a timeless classic that has resonated with audiences since its release in 1939. The song was written by Ross Parker and Hughie Charles, and it was made famous by Vera Lynn during World War II. In the song, the singer expresses optimism that he will reunite with a loved one at some point in the future, despite not knowing when or where that will be.
The lyrics "We'll meet again, don't know where, don't know when, but I know we'll meet again, some sunny day" capture the uncertainty and longing associated with separation from loved ones during wartime. The singer encourages the listener to keep smiling through tough times until the blue skies return and the dark clouds are lifted. The final two lines are particularly poignant, as the singer asks the listener to say hello to the folks that he knows and assures them that he was singing this song as he departed. This creates a sense of connection and continuity despite the separation.
We'll Meet Again has endured for over 80 years because of its universal message of hope and optimism in the face of uncertainty. It has been covered by countless artists, including Johnny Cash, The Byrds, and Rod Stewart. The song has also been featured in numerous films, TV shows, and video games. It has become an anthem of sorts for people experiencing separation from loved ones or facing difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
We'll meet again
We will see each other again
We'll meet again, don't know where, don't know when,
We do not know the exact time or place where we will meet
But I know we'll meet again, some sunny day.
Despite the uncertainty, I am confident that we will meet again under happier circumstances
Keep smiling through, just like you always do,
Please continue to maintain your positive outlook despite any setbacks
'Til the blue skies drive the dark clouds far away.
Eventually, the sadness and difficulties will dissipate, leaving only clear skies
So will you please say hello to the folks that I know,
Please pass along my greetings to our mutual acquaintances
Tell them I won't be long.
Assure them that I will not be absent permanently
They'll be happy to know that as you saw me go,
It will bring them joy to hear that I was in good spirits when we last met
I was singing this song.
I was actively maintaining my optimism and hope for the future
We'll meet again, don't know where, don't know when,
We still do not know the time and place of our next meeting
But I know we'll meet again, some sunny day.
Once again, I have faith that we will be reunited under happier circumstances
So will you please say hello to the folks that I know,
Once more, please pass along my greetings to our mutual acquaintances
Tell them I won't be long.
Assure them that my absence is not permanent
They'll be happy to know that as you saw me go,
It will bring them joy to hear that I was still in good spirits
I was singing this song.
I continued to stay positive and hopeful, as I always have
Keep smiling through, just like you always do,
Once again, please maintain your positive outlook in difficult times
'Til the blue skies drive the dark clouds far away.
Eventually, the tough times will pass and we will once again see clear skies
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Written by: Hughie Charles, Ross Parker
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