Serenade of the Bells
Jo Stafford
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In the sleepy town of San Juanita, There's a story that a padre tells, Of a gay senor and senorita, And the serenade of the bells. Seems they asked the padre for permission To be married early in the spring, But their folks had made just one condition That the mission bells had to ring. Ev'ry one knew the bells were broken, And hadn't sounded for a long, long time. Then one night the village was astounded For the bells began to chime! Still the bells are broken, goes the story But if in your heart a true love dwells They will ring for you in all their glory, That's the serenade of the bells.
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Written by: AL GOODHART, KAY TWOMEY, ALFRED J URBANO
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5 facts about this song
Artist Backgrounds"Serenade of the Bells" was performed by not just one, but three prominent artists: Gracie Fields, Jo Stafford, and Sammy Kaye.
- Gracie Fields was a British actress, singer, and comedian who was one of the top stars in Britain during the two World Wars.
- Jo Stafford was an American traditional pop music singer and occasional actress. Her career spanned over five decades from the late 1930s to the early 1980s.
- Sammy Kaye was also an American bandleader and songwriter, whose tag line, "Swing and sway with Sammy Kaye," became famous in the 1930s and '40s.
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Performance DetailsKaye's and Stafford's versions of "Serenade of the Bells" were both released in 1947 and became top 10 hits.
- Fields' rendition of the song, however, was released later in 1950.
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Song Overview"Serenade of the Bells" is a reminiscent tale about a love affair in the mountains of Italy.
- Its lyrics tell the story of a chapel, where lovers went to ring the bells and make their love vows.
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Song ReceptionThe song has been covered by other artists over years owing to its timeless appeal and romantic narrative.
- Stafford's rendition of "Serenade of the Bells" was particularly well received and peaked at number 3 on the Billboard chart.
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Cultural SignificanceThe song is popular around Christmas time and often appears in compilations of holiday-themed music. However, it is not inherently a Christmas song and can be enjoyed year-round.
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