Remembered for his highly-commercial approach to pop music, Xavier Cugat (b… Read Full Bio ↴Remembered for his highly-commercial approach to pop music, Xavier Cugat (born: Francisco De Asis Javier Cugat Mingall De Cru Y Deulofeo) made an even greater mark as one of the pioneers of Latin-American dance music. During his eight decade long career, Cugat helped to popularize the tango, the cha-cha, the mambo and the rhumba. His hits included "El Manicero" in the 1930s, "Perfida" in 1940 and the original recording of "Babalu" in 1944. Members of Cugat's band included Desi Arnaz, Miguelito Valdes, Tito Rodriguez, Luis Del Campo, Yma Sumac and his third (of four) wife, Abbe Lane. Cugat used the success of his musical career as a springboard for a movie career that included appearances in such films as Gay Madrid (1930), You Were Never Lovelier (1942), Bathing Beauty (1945), Weekend At The Waldorf (1945), Holiday In Mexico (1946), On An Island With You (1948), A Date With Judy (1948), Chicago Syndicate (1955) and Desire Diabolique (1959). A native of Genoa, Spain, Cugat emigrated with his family to Cuba in 1905. Trained as a classical violinist, he played with the Orchestra of the Teatro Nacional in Havana at the age of twelve. Emigrating to the United States, sometime between 1915 and 1918, he quickly found work accompanying an opera singer. At the height of the tango craze, in 1918, Cugat joined a popular dance band, The Gigolos. His involvement with the group, however, was brief. As the popularity of the tango faded, he took a job as a cartoonist for The Los Angeles Times. Cugat returned to music in 1920, forming his own group, The Latin American Band. Although they played regularly at the Coconut Grove in Los Angeles and supplied the soundtracks for several musical shorts, the group had its greatest success after moving to New York and became the houseband for the Waldorf Astoria Hotel. Despite being criticized for their middle-of-the-road approach, Cugat remained committed to his commercial-minded sound. He later explained, "I would rather play 'Chiquita Banana' and have my swimming pool than play Bach and starve". Cugat and his orchestra remained at the hotel for sixteen years. Beautiful women were consistently featured in Cugat's band. After helping Rita Hayworth to launch her career, he appeared in her film, You Were Never Lovelier. Cugat's recordings of the 1950s featured the singing of his third wife, Abbe Lane. In the mid-1960s, he featured his fourth wife, Charo, who he billed as a "folksinger". Upon his retirement in 1970, Cugat returned to Spain. He died in Barcelona on October 27, 1990. His band, which was led by Tito Puente following his retirement, continues to perform under the direction of dancer, musician and vocalist Ada Cavallo.

Amor
Xavier Cugat & His Orchestra Lyrics

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Amor, amor, amor
This word so sweet, that I repeat, means I adore you
Amor, amor, my love
Would you deny this heart that I have placed before you

I can't find another word with meaning so clear
My lips try to whisper sweeter things in your ear
But somehow or other nothing sounds quite so dear

As this soft caressing word I know

Amor, amor, my love
When you're away there is no day and nights are lonely
Amor, amor, my love
Make life divine, say you'll be mine and love me only

I can't find another word with meaning so clear
My lips try to whisper sweeter things in your ear
But somehow or other nothing sounds quite so dear
As this soft caressing word I know

Amor, amor, amor.

Overall Meaning

The song "Amor" by Xavier Cugat & His Orchestra is a romantic and passionate declaration of love. The singer repeats the word "amor" (which means "love" in Spanish) over and over again, emphasizing the intensity of their feelings for their beloved. The lyrics describe how the singer cannot find any other words to express their love, as "amor" holds a special and clear meaning in their heart. The singer also expresses their longing for their lover, and how their absence makes every day lonely.

Despite the simplicity of the lyrics, the song is filled with emotion and desire. The repetition of the word "amor" creates a sense of urgency and passion, while the soft and gentle melodies of the orchestra add an element of tenderness and romance. Overall, "Amor" is a beautiful declaration of love that captures the essence of true passion and devotion.

Line by Line Meaning

Amor, amor, amor
This word so sweet, that I repeat, means I adore you

Amor, amor, my love
Would you deny this heart that I have placed before you

I can't find another word with meaning so clear
No other word expresses my love for you so well

My lips try to whisper sweeter things in your ear
I yearn to express my love to you in new ways

But somehow or other nothing sounds quite so dear
No matter what I say, Amor remains the closest to my heart

As this soft caressing word I know
It is the gentle, loving touch conveyed in the word Amor that I cherish

When you're away there is no day and nights are lonely
Without you, my days are incomplete and nights are filled with emptiness

Make life divine, say you'll be mine and love me only
Stay with me forever and make our life together magical and divine

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ERNESTO FIDEL PADILLA, TEGO CALDERON

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