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.
Volare
Wayne Newton Lyrics
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And in the hustle and bustle, no sunshine appears
But you and I have our love always there to remind us
There is a way we can leave all the shadows behind us
Volare, oh, oh! Cantare, oh, oh, oh, oh!
Let's fly way up to the clouds, away from the maddening crowds
We can sing in the glow of a star that I know of
Where lovers enjoy peace of mind
Just like birds of a feather a rainbow together we'll find
Volare, oh, oh! Cantare, oh, oh, oh, oh!
No wonder my happy heart sings
Your love has given me wings
Your love has given me wings
The lyrics to Wayne Newton's song Volare are about finding solace in love and being able to escape the hardships of the world through that love. The song acknowledges that life can be difficult, with heartaches and tears, and at times it can seem like there is no sunshine to be found. However, the love shared between the singer and their partner acts as a reminder that there is always a way to leave the shadows behind and find happiness. The title of the song means "to fly," and this is reflected throughout the lyrics as the singer talks about flying up to the clouds and leaving confusion and disillusion behind.
The chorus is particularly uplifting, with its repetition of "Volare, oh, oh! Cantare, oh, oh, oh, oh!" These lines encourage the listener and the singer to embrace the joy and freedom that love can bring. The singer imagines floating up to the sky, basking in the glow of a star, and enjoying peace of mind with their partner. It's a romantic and hopeful message, conveying the idea that love can truly give us wings and lift us up from life's troubles.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes the world is a valley of heartaches and tears
At times, the world can be a place of sadness and sorrow.
And in the hustle and bustle, no sunshine appears
During the chaos and noise of life, it's hard to find happiness.
But you and I have our love always there to remind us
Luckily, we have our love to remind us of the good things in life.
There is a way we can leave all the shadows behind us
Together, we can leave our troubles behind and move forward.
Volare, oh, oh! Cantare, oh, oh, oh, oh!
Let's fly away together!
Let's fly way up to the clouds, away from the maddening crowds
Let's escape from the hectic world and find peace amongst the clouds.
We can sing in the glow of a star that I know of
We can find happiness in the simple things, like singing under the stars.
Where lovers enjoy peace of mind
This is a place where those in love can find true peace.
Let us leave the confusion and all disillusion behind
Let's forget about our doubts and worries and enjoy this moment together.
Just like birds of a feather a rainbow together we'll find
Together, we can find beauty and happiness, just like birds find comfort in being with one another and a rainbow is a symbol of hope and beauty.
No wonder my happy heart sings
It's no surprise that my heart is singing with happiness.
Your love has given me wings
Your love has given me the strength and courage to soar above my problems.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Domenico Modugno, Franco Migliacci
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