Perfidia
Glenn Miller
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To you my heart cries out, Perfidia, For I found you, the love of my life, in somebody else's arms Your eyes are echoing perfidia, Forgetful of our promise of love, you're sharing another's charms With a sad lament my dreams have faded like a broken melody While the gods of love look down and laugh at what romantic fools we mortals be And now I know my love was not for you And so I take it back with a sigh, perfidious one, goodbye Goodbye, goodbye, goodbye, goodbye
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Written by: ALBERTO DOMINGUEZ, MILTON LEEDS
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
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15 facts about this song
Perfidia" History and Origin"Perfidia" is a song written by Mexican composer Alberto Dominguez in 1939. It is one of the most popular songs in Latin American history, often associated with the golden age of Mexican cinema.
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Various Artists CoversThe song has been covered by numerous artists around the world, including Ben E. King, Glenn Miller, Ibrahim Ferrer, Linda Ronstadt, Los Panchos, Los Rabanes, Luis Miguel, Mel Tormé, Nana Mouskouri, Nat King Cole, and Phyllis Dillon.
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Ben E. King's VersionBen E. King, known for his soulful voice and ballads, performed his rendition of "Perfidia".
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Glenn Miller's InterpretationGlenn Miller, the famous American big band musician, covered "Perfidia" in 1941. His version introduced the song to a broader American audience and became a notable jazz standard.
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Ibrahim Ferrer's CoverIbrahim Ferrer, a member of the Buena Vista Social Club, performed the song in the traditional Cuban style.
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Linda Ronstadt's RenditionLinda Ronstadt, a multi-platinum artist, reinvented "Perfidia" with her powerful voice. Her version added a pop touch to the traditional Latin song.
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Los Panchos' PerformanceLos Panchos, a famous trio from Mexico, popularized the song in the mid-20th century. Their harmonious performance has made their rendition one of the classic performances of "Perfidia".
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Los Rabanes' Rock InterpretationLos Rabanes, a rock band from Panama, diversified the melody of "Perfidia" giving it an aggressive tone with rock elements.
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Luis Miguel's RenditionLuis Miguel, also known as "The Sun of Mexico", sang "Perfidia" preserving the romantic rhythm. His rendition became popular among younger audiences.
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Mel Tormé's CoverMel Tormé, nicknamed "The Velvet Fog" for his smooth vocal style, made a jazz interpretation of "Perfidia".
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Nana Mouskouri's VersionThe Greek singer, Nana Mouskouri, included the song in her album “Libertad” released in 1986. She sang it preserving its romantic character.
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Nat King Cole's RenditionNat King Cole, a legendary American jazz musician, lent his unique voice and style to the tune. His multilingual version of "Perfidia" is one of the most recognized.
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Phyllis Dillon's InterpretationThe Jamaican singer, Phyllis Dillon, covered "Perfidia" blending it with reggae vibes. Her version reflects the diversity and adaptability of the song.
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Popularity in FilmsThe song "Perfidia" has been used in numerous films and TV shows, often to evoke a nostalgic or romantic mood.
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Song Meaning"Perfidia" is about a love betrayed. The word "perfidia" translates to "perfidy" or "treachery" in English, referring to the infidelity of a lover.
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