Eternally

Jerry Vale

About Eternally

"Eternally" is a song with music by Charles (Charlie) Chaplin, and words by the English lyricists Geoff Parsons and John Turner. The music was initially composed for Chaplin's film Limelight (1952) and titled "Terry's Theme"; the film won an Oscar for "Best Original Dramatic Score" at the 45th Academy Awards in 1973. As "Terry's Theme", the tune was a charting instrumental hit in 1953 for Frank Chacksfield (UK #2, US #5), Ron Goodwin (UK #3), and Richard Hayman (US #13). As "Eternally", it was recorded by Jimmy Young (UK #8, 1953), Vic Damone (US #12, 1953), Li Xianglan (in Chinese and Japanese), Petula Clark (These Are My Songs, 1967), Bing Crosby (for his radio show), Dinah Shore, Steve Lawrence, Michel Legrand, Jerry Vale, Sarah Vaughan, Roger Whittaker, Engelbert Humperdinck (1973 and 2007), Victor Wood (1971), Amália Rodrigues, John Serry Sr. (Squeeze Play, 1956), among many others.  


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I'll be loving you eternally 
With a love that's true, eternally 
From the start, within my heart 
It seems I've always known 
The sun would shine 
When you were mine 
And mine alone 
I'll be loving you eternally 
There'll be no one new, my dear, for me 
Though the sky should fall 
Remember I shall always be 
Forever true and loving you 
Eternally 

Though the sky should fall 
Remember I shall always be 
Forever true and loving you 
Eternally

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Jerry Vale

Jerry Vale (born Gennaro Luigi Vitaliano; July 8, 1932, The Bronx, New York) is an American singer. more »

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Written by: JO JO BENSON, STEVE S SINGLETON

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
Engelbert Humperdinck is a British pop singer noted for his smooth vocals and casual style. His popular hits include "Release Me" and "The Last Waltz."
Song Classification
"Eternally" is considered a pop ballad emphasizing melody and emotional content over rhythm and complexity.
Lyricist Information
The song was penned by Charles Chaplin. Charlie Chaplin was not only a pioneer in the film industry but also known for his compositions which are appreciated worldwide.
Cover Versions
"Eternally" has been covered by many artists over the years. Among them are notable performers like Engelbert Humperdinck, Jerry Vale, and Sarah Vaughan.
Sarah Vaughan's Interpretation
Sarah Vaughan, an American jazz singer, gave her unique jazz twist to the song. She was renowned for her melodic improvisation and wide vocal range.
Jerry Vale's Interpretation
Jerry Vale, a popular singer and actor, brought a very different, sentimental approach. His version emphasized his powerful vocals and emotive delivery.
Historical Context
The song was originally composed as part of the soundtrack for the film "Limelight" from 1952.
Score Facts
"Eternally," originally titled "Terry's Theme from Limelight," is also known for its beautiful and simplistic instrumental composition.
Engelbert Humperdinck's version
Engelbert Humperdinck, famous for his romantic ballads, added a rich, emotional depth to the song, which resonated with his audience.
Popularity
While multiple artists have covered "Eternally," each version achieved its own level of success and popularity. The song's timeless appeal and versatile melody allow it to be adapted to a variety of styles and genres.

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