Brightman has received over 180 Gold and Platinum sales awards in over 40 different countries around the world and is the only artist to hold #1 spots on the Billboard Classical and Dance charts simultaneously, her other achievements feature her ranking by the Recording Industry Association of America as the best-selling female classical artist of the twenty-first century and a Guinness World Record for the success of “Time to Say Goodbye,” the best-selling single in German recording history.
She has established herself as the world's biggest selling soprano of all time, She has sold 78 million albums worldwide, including 40 million copies of the soundtrack of The Phantom of the Opera (1986 musical), 26 million albums, over two million DVDs and 10 million copies of the single " Time to Say Goodbye "as a soloist.
She made her debut as a dancer in troupes such as Hot Gossip and later released a string of disco singles. She was a musical theatre performer and partner of theatre composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, with whom she originated roles including Christine Daaé in The Phantom of the Opera.
After her divorce, Brightman became a crossover artist with former Enigma producer Frank Peterson. Her style, a blend of classical vocals and pop-inspired instrumentation and arrangement, earned her further success.
She is often cited as the woman who paved the way for other international success stories such as Il Divo, Andrea Bocelli and Josh Groban. She is said to be worth as much as £30m (about US$49m).
What A Wonderful World
Sarah Brightman Lyrics
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I see them bloom for me and you
And I think to myself, what a wonderful world
I see skies of blue and clouds of white
The bright blessed day, the dark sacred night
And I think to myself, what a wonderful world
Are also on the faces of people going by
I see friends shakin' hands, sayin' "How do you do?"
They're really saying "I love you"
I hear babies cryin', I watch them grow
They'll learn much more than I'll ever know
And I think to myself, what a wonderful world
Yes, I think to myself, what a wonderful world
Oh yeah
In Sarah Brightman's rendition of Louis Armstrong's classic tune "What A Wonderful World", she expresses her admiration for the beauty of nature, the purity of love, and the innocence of children. The first verse speaks of trees and red roses blooming, and how this beauty is not limited to one person but shared with everyone. The second verse takes a look at the sky, which is also a source of wonder and amazement. Even in the darkest of nights, there is still a sense of sacredness and awe. The third verse focuses on the people around us, how they incorporate the colors of the rainbow and extend a hand of friendship. Even the act of greeting can be a way to show love and affection.
The final verse brings the focus back to children, who represent the future and are capable of learning much more than any one person could ever know. Brightman concludes by remarking on the wonderful world that surrounds us every day, and how easy it is to overlook its many treasures. The lyrics remind us to appreciate the simple beauty in life and celebrate the things that unite us, rather than dwell on our differences and the problems of the world.
Line by Line Meaning
I see trees of green, red roses too
I can witness the beauty of nature that surrounds us, with its magnificent trees and the blooming red roses.
I see them bloom for me and you
The flowers bloom not only for me, but also for you, indicating the equal delight it brings to both of us.
And I think to myself, what a wonderful world
This world seems like a wonderland to me, and the sole reason being, the pictorial beauty it holds.
I see skies of blue and clouds of white
The serene blue skies and the white fluffy clouds above symbolize tranquility.
The bright blessed day, the dark sacred night
It signifies a blend of both bright and dark shades of life, the blessings of the day, and the sanctity of the night.
And I think to myself, what a wonderful world
Even the simple sight of blue skies and white clouds can make me wonder at the beauty of the world around me.
The colors of the rainbow, so pretty in the sky
The wonderful hues of the colorful rainbow are an epitome of the little joys of life.
Are also on the faces of people going by
Not only in nature, but happiness and colors can also be seen on the faces of people passing by.
I see friends shakin' hands, sayin' "How do you do?"
A simple act of shaking hands in greeting shows civility and respect.
They're really saying "I love you"
The true meaning behind the greeting maybe "I love you," suggesting the compassion and affectionate nature of human beings.
I hear babies cryin', I watch them grow
Observing a newborn crying and growing signifies the many stages of life that I have been privileged to witness.
They'll learn much more than I'll ever know
As they grow up, the little ones will learn so much that might be entirely beyond my knowledge and experience.
And I think to myself, what a wonderful world
Once again, I take this moment to appreciate and be grateful for the beautiful world around me.
Yes, I think to myself, what a wonderful world
Reiterating the thought, I remind myself that every day is a blessed one in this wondrous world.
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: George David Weiss, Robert Thiele
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