Seems Like Old Times
Guy Lombardo
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Seems like old times, having you to walk with Seems like old times, having you to talk with And it's still a thrill just to have my arms around you Still the thrill that it was the day I found you Seems like old times, dinner dates and flowers Just like old times, staying up for hours Making dreams come true, doing things we used to do Seems like old times being here with you Seems like old times, dinner dates and flowers Just like old times, staying up for hours Making dreams come true, doing things we used to do Seems like old times being here with you Being here with you Being here with you
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Written by: CARMEN LOMBARDO, JOHN JACOB LOEB
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10 facts about this song
Historical Fact"Seems Like Old Times" was released by Guy Lombardo, a Canadian-American bandleader and violinist, who was known as the king of "sweet" music in the mid-20th century.
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Song HighlightsThe song was written by Carmen Lombardo, brother of Guy Lombardo, and John Jacob Loeb. It is recognized for its melodic sounds and relaxing rhythm, which were defining aspects of the Lombardo band’s style.
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Album FactThe song is part of the "Golden Medleys" album, which features some of the best hits of Guy Lombardo and His Royal Canadians.
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Pop Culture Influence"Seems Like Old Times" was used as the theme song for the long-running TV series "The Lawrence Welk Show," which further promotes its popularity.
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Noteworthy AchievementGuy Lombardo and his orchestra managed to sell more than 100 million records during their active years, and "Seems Like Old Times" was one of their well-loved and successful singles.
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Contribution to New Year’s EveGuy Lombardo is best known for popularizing the song "Auld Lang Syne" during the New Year's Eve celebrations. While "Seems Like Old Times" isn't directly related to New Year’s Eve, it carries the signature style of Lombardo that is nostalgically remembered by many during these celebrations.
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Unique Lombardo StyleThe band's signature style, referred to as "The Sweetest Music This Side of Heaven," was characterized by simple, straightforward tunes enunciated very clearly. This style is evident in "Seems Like Old Times".
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Connection to HollywoodThough not exclusively connected to "Seems Like Old Times", Lombardo's music, defined by the band’s smooth and sentimental style, was often used in Hollywood films to create a nostalgic or period atmosphere.
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Musical LegacyThe song captures the style of dance bands from the 1920s to the early 1950s, giving listeners a peek into the musical trends of that period.
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Heritage Connection"Seems Like Old Times" was actually performed by an orchestra group consisting heavily of Lombardo's family members, including his brothers Carmen, Lebert, and Victor.
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