Besame Mucho
Dean Martin · Other Songs - Dean Martin
Each time I cling to your kiss, I hear music divine
Besame, Besame mucho
Hold me my darling and say that you'll always be mine
This joy is something new, my arms enfolding you
Never knew this thrill before
Who ever thought I'd be holding you close to me
Whispering; it's you I adore
Dearest one, if you should leave me,
Each little dream would take wing, and my life would be thrue
Besame, Besame mucho
Love me forever and make all my dreams come true
Besame
Besame mucho
Love me forever and make all my dreams come true
About Besame Mucho
Dean Martin's "Besame Mucho" stands as a definitive example of the smooth, romantic crooner's signature style, blending Latin rhythms with his trademark relaxed delivery. Originally a Mexican folk song, the track became a global standard through Martin's interpretation, which captured the essence of mid-20th-century lounge music. His version, recorded for Capitol Records, exemplifies the "cool" aesthetic that defined his career and influenced countless subsequent artists in the bossa nova and easy listening genres. The song's enduring popularity lies in its melodic simplicity and Martin's effortless vocal phrasing, making it a staple of jazz and pop collections worldwide. It remains a timeless representation of the era's cross-cultural musical exchange and the enduring appeal of the Dean Martin persona.