Ten Guitars
Engelbert Humperdinck
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I have a band of men and all they do is play for me They come from miles around to hear them play a melody Beneath the stars my ten guitars will play a song for you And if you're with the one you love this is what you do Oh, dance, dance, dance to my ten guitars And very soon you know just where you are Through the eyes of love you see a thousand stars When you dance, dance, dance, to my ten guitars Guitars are made for love my band of men will always say So give each one a pretty girl and they will start to play Beneath the stars my ten guitars will play a song for you And if you're with the one you love this is what to do Oh, dance, dance, dance to my ten guitars And very soon you know just where you are Through the eyes of love you see a thousand stars When you dance, dance, dance, to my ten guitars Ooh, let me tell you now Dance, dance, dance to my ten guitars Hmm, come on, everybody, Dance dance dance to my ten guitars
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Singer's ProfileEngelbert Humperdinck, the artist behind "Ten Guitars," was born Arnold George Dorsey. He adopted his stage name from a 19th-century German composer.
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Release History"Ten Guitars" was released in February 1967 as the B-side of Humperdinck's single "Release Me."
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Song PopularityDespite originally being a B-side track, "Ten Guitars" became extremely popular, especially in New Zealand, where it is considered a classic pop song.
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Cultural ImpactIn New Zealand, "Ten Guitars" is often referred to as the national "party song" and enjoyed immense popularity within the Māori community. It has been a staple at gatherings and parties since the late 1960s.
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Chart PerformanceWhile "Release Me" topped the UK singles chart, many listeners fell in love with the B-side, making "Ten Guitars" a success in its own right, especially on radio stations.
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Cover Versions"Ten Guitars" has been covered by numerous artists, predominantly from New Zealand. Some of these include New Zealand singers like Deane Waretini and Dennis Marsh.
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Song StyleThe song is known for its infectious, upbeat style, heavily influenced by pop and folk music of the late '60s.
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Humour InterpretationsSome listeners interpret "Ten Guitars" humorously, given that most casual guitar players only own one or two guitars, not ten.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe lyrics of "Ten Guitars" suggest a party scene where everyone is singing and playing along to the music, which is likely why it became popular as a group singalong.
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Song LegacyEven after more than 50 years since its release, "Ten Guitars" remains a staple song in New Zealand music scene, often sung at school music lessons and traditional gatherings.
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