Wayne's severe asthma forced the family to move to Phoenix, Arizona, in 1952. In the spring of 1958, toward the end of Wayne's junior year in high school, a Las Vegas booking agent saw a local TV show on which the two Newton brothers were performing and took them back with him for an audition. Originally signed for two weeks, the two brothers eventually performed for five years, doing six shows a day.
Newton achieved nationwide recognition on September 29, 1962, when he and his brother performed on The Jackie Gleason Show. He would perform on Gleason's show 12 times over the following two years.
Many other entertainment icons such as Lucille Ball, Bobby Darin, Danny Thomas, George Burns, and Jack Benny lent Newton their support. In particular, Benny hired Newton as an opening act for his show.
After his job with Benny ended, Newton was offered a job to open for another comic at the Flamingo Hotel, but Newton asked for, and was given, a headline act.
In 1999, Newton signed a 10-year deal with the Stardust, calling for him to perform there 40 weeks out of the year for six shows a week in a showroom named after him. In 2005, in preparation for the eventual demolition of the casino, the deal was, from all reports, amicably terminated; Newton began a 30-show stint that summer at the Hilton. His last show at the Stardust was on April 20, 2005. During a break in his on stage performance, he announced to the crowd that night he wanted to spend more time with his wife and new daughter as the main reasonings for cancelling the contract. Newton said the Boyd family made him a very nice offer to stay on past the demolition of the hotel and casino and to play in other Boyd venues, but Newton declined citing "another deal in the works for Vegas", but he did not mention the Hilton specifically. News crews were expecting this performance to end on time, to make their 10 pm and 11 pm shows, but the show finally ended around 11:30 pm, thus eliminating the possibility. Mr. Las Vegas went on at 7:30 that night, and sang nearly his entire repertoire and songs of other Vegas mainstays as well.
In 2001, Newton succeeded Bob Hope as “Chairman of the USO Celebrity Circle.” In January 2005, Newton started a reality television show on E! called The Entertainer. The winner got a spot in his act, plus a headlining act of their own for a year. And recently during player introductions at the 2007 NBA All-Star Weekend in Las Vegas, Newton sang Elvis Presley's "Viva Las Vegas."
In 2008, Newton received a Woodrow Wilson Award for Public Service. The Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, a national memorial to President Wilson, commemorates "the ideals and concerns of Woodrow Wilson." The award honors leaders who have given back to their communities.rs, earning him the nickname Mr. Las Vegas.
L-O-V-E
Wayne Newton Lyrics
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O is for the only one I see
V is very, very extraordinary
E is even more than anyone that you adore can
Love is all that I can give to you
Love is more than just a game for two
Two in love can make it
Love was made for me and you
L is for the way you look at me
O is for the only one I see
V is very, very extraordinary
E is even more than anyone that you adore can
Love is all that I can give to you
Love is more than just a game for two
Two in love can make it
Take my heart and please don't break it
Love was made for me and you
(That's almost true)
For me and you
The lyrics to "L-O-V-E" by Wayne Newton express the feeling of being deeply in love with someone. The song is an ode to love and its ability to bring happiness, joy, and fulfillment into one's life. The four letters of the word "love" are used as an acronym to describe the different aspects of this strong emotion.
The first two letters, "L" and "O," stand for the way in which the person in the song is looked at and idolized by their significant other. The next letter, "V," is used to describe the intensity and extraordinary quality of the love shared by the two individuals. Finally, the letter "E" represents the idea that this love is even more than what others may feel for their loved ones.
The chorus of the song reinforces the message that love is the most important thing and that it can conquer all obstacles. The singer says that love is all that they can give and that it is not just a game for two people to play. They acknowledge that love can be delicate and vulnerable but reassure their loved one that they will take care of their heart and protect it from harm.
Overall, Wayne Newton's "L-O-V-E" is a perfect representation of the romantic songs of the 60s. The lyrics remind us of the power of love and how it can bring us together.
Line by Line Meaning
L is for the way you look at me
Your gaze towards me speaks volumes, symbolizing much more than words could ever express.
O is for the only one I see
You are the only one who matters to me, as my focus and attention is solely on you.
V is very, very extraordinary
The intensity and depth of the emotions that I harbor for you are beyond measure, and truly exceptional.
E is even more than anyone that you adore can
The love that I feel for you surpasses even the strongest of adoration that you may encounter from other individuals.
Love is all that I can give to you
The only gift that I can offer you is my love, the most valuable and precious thing that I possess.
Love is more than just a game for two
Love is far more than a simple competition between two individuals; it is a mutual bond that is built upon trust, respect and affection.
Two in love can make it
When two individuals possess a true and genuine love for one another, they can conquer anything that may come their way.
Take my heart and please don't break it
I am entrusting you with my heart, please handle it with care and do not shatter the love that I hold for you.
Love was made for me and you
The universe itself conspired to bring us together, and love was created specifically for us to experience and cherish.
(That's almost true) For me and you
Although love can exist in various forms and among different individuals, the love that we share is incomparable and unmatched by any other.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Bert Kaempfert, Milt Gabler
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