Introduction:
A love song that transcends time, “You Belong To My Heart” is not just a signature tune for singer Engelbert Humperdinck, but a worldwide phenomenon that continues to resonate with listeners across generations. While the song itself wasn’t written by Humperdinck, it became synonymous with his rich baritone voice and romantic charm upon its release in 1989.
Humperdinck’s career began decades earlier, in the early 1960s, under his birth name Arnold George Dorsey. Though he found success in the UK and Europe, it was “You Belong To My Heart” that truly launched him into international stardom. The song, originally a bolero titled “Solamente Una Vez” (Spanish for “Only Once”) by Mexican songwriter Agustín Lara, was given new life with English lyrics by Kenny Young and Roy Bennett.
Humperdinck’s rendition transformed the song into a passionate ballad. Released on his album “A Time For Love”, “You Belong To My Heart” quickly climbed the charts, reaching number one in the UK and achieving top ten status in several other countries. It became Humperdinck’s signature song, outselling all his other singles and firmly establishing him as a global icon of romantic music.
The song’s impact goes beyond chart success. “You Belong To My Heart” has become a cornerstone of popular culture, a go-to choice for weddings, romantic dinners, and any occasion that calls for a timeless expression of love. Humperdinck himself has credited the song with reviving his career and propelling him to superstardom well into his forties.
“You Belong To My Heart” is a testament to the enduring power of a well-crafted song. Its origins in a different language and genre are a reminder of the universality of love and the ability of music to transcend borders and cultures. Engelbert Humperdinck’s rich vocals and the song’s powerful melody weave a timeless spell that continues to capture hearts around the world.
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Lyrics:
You belong to my heartNow and foreverAnd our love had its startNot long ago
We were gathering starsWhile a million guitars played our love songWhen I said I love youEvery beat of my heart said it too
‘Twas a moment like thisDo you remember?And your eyes threw a kissWhen they met mine
Now we own all the starsAnd a million guitars are still playingDarling, you are the songAnd you’ll always belong to my heart
‘Twas a moment like thisDo you remember?And your eyes threw a kissWhen they met mine
Now we all own the starsAnd a million guitars are still playingDarling, you are the songAnd you’ll always belong to my heartYou belong to my heart