She now resides in Monaco and has recently sold her London apartment. Many of its furnishings were auctioned for charity. Two very popular 'Audiences With Shirley Bassey' have aired on British TV, the most recent being in March 2006.
In 2006, UK retailer Marks and Spencer hired Bassey for their Christmas advertising campaign, with Dame Shirley singing a cover of P!nk's 'Get the Party Started'.
In late 2009 Bassey released 'The Performance' her first studio album for two decades, which was released in a maelstrom of anticipation. Still popular well into one of the longest and most illustrious musical careers in British and indeed international history, Bassey is considered by Brits to be a national treasure.
Without you
Shirley Bassey Lyrics
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And your face when you were leaving
But I guess that's just the way the story goes
You always smile
But in your eyes the sorrow shows
Yes it shows
No I can't forget tomorrow
When I think about my sorrow
And now it's only fair that I should let you know
What you should know
I can't live if living is without you
I can't live
I can't live anymore
I can't live if living is without you
I can't live
I can't live anymore
Well I can't forget this evening
And your face when you were leaving
But I guess that's just the way the story goes
You always smile
But in your eyes the sorrow shows
Yes it shows
I can't live if living is without you
I can't live
I can't live anymore
I can't live if living is without you
I can't live
I can't live anymore
(transcribed by Roman )
In Shirley Bassey's song Without You, the lyrics convey a deep sense of regret and longing for a lost love. The singer of the song reflects on the moment when their lover left them, admitting that they can't forget the sorrowful expression on their face. The singer then admits that they were the one who let their lover go, and they now realize that living without them is unbearable. The repeated refrain, "I can't live if living is without you, I can't live, I can't live anymore," emphasize the singer's desperation and the idea that life is meaningless without their lover.
The lyrics of Without You reveal the universal experiences of heartbreak and loss. The repetition of the chorus highlights the intensity of the emotions the singer is experiencing, making the song an anthem for anyone struggling to overcome heartbreak. The power of the song lies in its ability to capture the feeling of despair that can come with losing someone you love.
Overall, Without You is a poignant and moving song that speaks to the longing that can come with heartbreak. Bassey's powerful vocals and emotive delivery enhance the emotional impact of the song, making it a classic that will continue to resonate with listeners for generations to come.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I can't forget this evening
I'm unable to erase memories of this evening from my mind
And your face when you were leaving
I vividly recall the expression on your face as you departed from me
But I guess that's just the way the story goes
Perhaps it was simply fate that things turned out this way
You always smile
Despite the hardships we went through, you always wore a smile on your face
But in your eyes the sorrow shows
But I could see the pain and grief you were experiencing in your eyes
Yes it shows
It was apparent to me how much you were hurting
No I can't forget tomorrow
I cannot shake off the pain and misery that tomorrow promises to bring
When I think about my sorrow
As I ponder over the troubles and worries that plague me
I had you there, then I let you go
I once had you by my side, but I made the grave mistake of letting you slip away
And now it's only fair that I should let you know
It's only fair that I inform you of my true feelings
What you should know
You need to be aware of how much you meant to me
I can't live if living is without you
Life is simply not worth living if I have to do it without you
I can't live
I cannot survive or persevere
I can't live anymore
I have reached a point where I am no longer capable of continuing on
Well I can't forget this evening
Once again, I am unable to forget this moment in time
And your face when you were leaving
And the emotional look on your face as you walked away from me
But I guess that's just the way the story goes
I suppose that's just how things were meant to unfold
You always smile
You constantly maintained your broad smile
But in your eyes the sorrow shows
Yet, the agony lingering behind your eyes was unmistakable
Yes it shows
It was incredibly transparent and evident
I can't live if living is without you
Once again, the sentiment that life is unbearable without you repeats itself
I can't live
I cannot continue living
I can't live anymore
I have reached the point of giving up
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Peter William Ham, Thomas Evans
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Nicollo
Her singing style is an absolute perfection! ๐ค
deeks1970
Shirley's live performances outweigh her recorded ones. You can never say she's a studio artist. Her talent is raw! Ear candy for sure!
Claudio Freitas
To me she is an angel.
Claudio Freitas
I would Love to meet her personally sometime. The real queen of music.
Carssons S
@Claudio Freitas "to meet her personnally" ahah.
Bradley A. Esparza
She makes me forget any other version. She's pure!
Ryan Hopkins
I have never seen someone be able to draw in the audience like she does and make them think she is singing only to them and someone not afraid to show emotion and a good way to get a drink instead of just walking off the stage. Loved her performance of Still in Japan look it up .. She is wonderful
Dave
Probably the best ever female singer/artist that the UK has produced
Luminita Zamfir
Absolutely amazing artist. Words to describe her are worthless
Hi Kevin
Her singing style is very intimate and emotive, I LOVE IT!