When the Swallows Come Back to Capistrano
The Ink Spots
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When the swallows come back to Capistrano That's the day you promised to come back to me When you whispered, "Farewell", in Capistrano Twas the day the swallow flew out to sea All the mission bells will ring The chapel choir will sing The happiness you'll bring Will live in my memory When the swallows come back to Capistrano That's the day I pray that you'll come back to me All the mission bells will ring The chapel choir will sing The happiness you'll bring Will live in my memory When the swallows come back to Capistrano That's the day I pray that you'll come back to me
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Written by: LEON T. RENE
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10 facts about this song
Origin'When the Swallows Come Back to Capistrano' is a song that was written by Leon René in 1940.
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Billy MayBilly May, an American composer, produced his version of 'When the Swallows Come Back to Capistrano'. Despite being widely recognized for his work with Frank Sinatra, May's take on this piece is also memorable.
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Gene KrupaGene Krupa, a renowned jazz and big band drummer, also performed a version of this song. His upbeat renditions of tracks are well-known in the music industry.
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Glenn MillerGlenn Miller, a famous American big-band trombonist, arranged and recorded his rendition of 'When The Swallows Come Back to Capistrano'. Miller's version is notable for its distinctive trombone sound.
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Guy LombardoGuy Lombardo, a Canadian-American bandleader, also famously interpreted the song. He was well known for his "sweet" music style, slowly-paced big-band arrangements with a focus on melody.
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The Ink SpotsThe Ink Spots, an American vocal jazz group, made a notable recording of 'When the Swallows Come Back to Capistrano' on May 11, 1940. This recording was included in The Ink Spots' second album, which was released in 1947.
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Xavier CugatXavier Cugat, a Spanish-American bandleader, produced a recording of 'When the Swallows Come Back to Capistrano' as well. His Latin-inspired rendition focused on the song's underlying melody and rhythm.
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Track SignificanceThe song is based on the annual return of the swallows to the Mission San Juan Capistrano in California, which is celebrated with a festival. It was a popular hit during its time and has been covered by numerous artists transcending several genres.
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Chart Success'When the Swallows Come Back to Capistrano' achieved great success, with Glenn Miller's recording reaching number 2 on the Billboard charts in 1940.
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Cultural ImpactThe song's enduring popularity has made it an iconic representation of Capistrano's swallow migration. The tune is often played during the town's annual St. Joseph’s Day festival.
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