Bella, Bella Sue
Perry Como · Other Songs - Perry Como
Bella, bella, bella Sue,
Bella, bella, bella Sue,
My heart belongs to you!
Stars were bright
that summer night
underneath the moonlit'skies
As stars were bright
but not as bright
as the sparkle in your angel eyes!
Bella, bella, bella Sue,
Bella, bella, bella Sue,
Bella, bella, bella Sue,
My heart belongs to you!
Lucky me
that I should be
holdin' you as close as this!
And if I find
that you won't mind
I'd love to steal a little kiss!
Hmm, Bella, bella, bella Sue,
Bella, bella, bella Sue,
Bella, bella, bella Sue,
My heart belongs to you!
Someday soon,
perhaps in June,
Ah, we'll be standin' side by side
Ah when they play, oh promise me,
Oh, promise me you'll be my bride!
Oh, Bella, bella, bella Sue,
Bella, bella, bella Sue,
Bella, bella, bella Sue,
My heart belongs to you!
( Oh, Bella, bella, bella . . . )
Bella, bella, bella Sue,
Bella, bella, bella Sue,
Bella, bella, bella Sue,
My heart . . .
belongs to you!
Words and Music by Barry Parker,
Anthony Roberto and Fran Smith
Bella, Bella Sue
Perry Como's 1954 recording of "Bella, Bella Sue" stands as a quintessential example of his smooth, crooning style that defined the mid-century pop landscape. The song features Como's signature gentle delivery, characterized by a warm, baritone tone and a relaxed rhythm that epitomized the easy-listening appeal of the era. Released during the height of his career, the track showcases his ability to blend traditional pop sensibilities with a touch of romantic melancholy, making it a staple of his discography. As one of his most recognizable hits, the recording helped cement his status as a leading figure in American vocal music, influencing countless subsequent artists who sought to emulate his polished, understated approach to performance.