Till We Meet Again

Doris Day

About Till We Meet Again

"Till We Meet Again" is an American popular song. The music was written by Richard A. Whiting, the lyrics by Raymond B. Egan in 1918. Written during the Great War, the song tells of the parting of a soldier and his sweetheart. The title comes from the final line of the chorus: Smile the while you kiss me sad adieu, When the clouds roll by I'll come to you, Then the skies will seem more blue, Down in lovers lane my dearie, Wedding bells will ring so merrily, Every tear will be a memory, So wait and pray each night for me, Till we meet again. As Whiting's daughter Margaret tells it, the song was intended for a 1918 contest at a Detroit theater. Dissatisfied with the result, Whiting threw the manuscript in the trash. His secretary retrieved it and showed it to their boss, publisher Jerome Remick, who submitted it in the contest, where it won top honors. The song gained widespread popularity in Canadian traditional music circles as a result of its use as the closing number for the CBC television program Don Messer's Jubilee. It continues to be a standard ending number for Old Time dances across the country. 


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1951
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There's a song in the land of the lily
Each sweetheart has heard with a sigh
Over high garden walls this sweet echo falls
As a soldier boy whispers goodbye

Smile the while you kiss me sad adieu
When the clouds roll by I'll come to you
Then the skies will seem more blue
Down in Lover's Lane, my dearie

Wedding bells will ring so merrily
Ev'ry tear will be a memory
So wait and pray each night for me
Till we meet again

Though goodbye means the birth of a teardrop
Hello means the birth of a smile
And the smile will erase the tear blighting trace
When we meet in the after awhile

Smile the while you kiss me sad adieu
When the clouds roll by I'll come to you
Then the skies will seem more blue
Down in Lover's Lane, my dearie

Wedding bells will ring so merrily
Ev'ry tear will be a memory
So wait and pray each night for me
Till we meet again

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Doris Day

Doris Day (born Doris Mary Ann Kappelhoff, April 3, 1922) is an American actress, singer, and animal rights activist, who began her career as a big band singer in 1939, but only began to be noticed after her first hit recording, "Sentimental Journey", in 1945. After leaving the Les Brown & His Band of Renown to try a solo career, she started her long-lasting partnership with Columbia Records, which would remain her only recording label. The contract lasted from 1947 to 1967, and included more than 650 recordings, making Day one of the most popular and acclaimed singers of the 20th century. In 1948, after being persuaded by Sammy Cahn, Jule Styne and her agent at the time, Al Levy, she auditioned for Michael Curtiz, which led to her being cast in the femal… more »

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Written by: RICHARD A. WHITING

Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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Release Information
The song "Till We Meet Again" was a popular song that was covered by numerous artists. It was however initially released in 1918, a long time before the versions by Bing Crosby, Charles Hart, Doris Day, George Lewis, and Patti Page.
Bing Crosby
Bing Crosby recorded his version of the song "Till We Meet Again" on the 29th of December in 1951. - It is featured on his album entitled 'Bing's Golden Records'. - Crosby's mellow baritone voice gave this song a unique touch, making it one of the favorite renditions amongst fans of the song.
Charles Hart
Charles Hart, a tenor vocalist, recorded one of the earliest versions of "Till We Meet Again" in 1919. - This version of the song was done with the Shannon Four.
Doris Day
Famous actress and singer Doris Day also recorded her version of "Till We Meet Again." - It was released on the album entitled ‘I'll See You in My Dreams’, which was shared with Danny Thomas in 1951. - This album was the soundtrack of a movie with the same title, in which Day starred.
George Lewis
Jazz clarinetist George Lewis did an instrumental version of "Till We Meet Again" in the mid-1950s. - His jazz take added a new dimension to the song and showcased his prowess on the clarinet.
Patti Page
Patti Page's version of "Till We Meet Again" was released in 1953. - It was included in her album 'Songs from Manhattan Tower.' - Known for her smooth and expressive voice, this version added another layer to the song's versatility.
Song Popularity
"Till We Meet Again" has been covered by numerous artists in different genres spanning across almost a century. This reflects the song's timeless appeal and its endurance in popular culture.
Songwriters
The song was written by Richard A. Whiting and Raymond B. Egan.
Media Usage
Due to its sentimental lyrics, "Till We Meet Again" has been featured in numerous movies and TV shows throughout the years, enhancing its broader cultural impact.
Song Meaning
"Till We Meet Again" is generally considered a love song. The lyrics are about parting ways with a loved one, with the hope of reuniting in the future. This theme of optimism in the face of separation resonated with listeners, contributing to its enduring popularity.

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