Very Precious Love
Dick Haymes · Other Songs - Dick Haymes
A very precious love
Is what you are to me
A stairway to a star
A night in Shangri-La
Of ecstasy
Lanterns of gold
Lanterns of blue
Twinkle in the shadows
While I dance with you
An echo in the wind
(An echo in the wind)
Across the summer lake
(Across the summer lake)
Is saying you should know
That lanterns lose their glow
And hearts can break
(And hearts can break)
So hold me close, my darling
Then kiss me tenderly
And give your precious love
Your very precious love to me
So hold me close, my darling
Then kiss me tenderly
And give your precious love
Your very precious love to me
(My very precious love)
Is what you are to me
A stairway to a star
A night in Shangri-La
Of ecstasy
Lanterns of gold
Lanterns of blue
Twinkle in the shadows
While I dance with you
An echo in the wind
(An echo in the wind)
Across the summer lake
(Across the summer lake)
Is saying you should know
That lanterns lose their glow
And hearts can break
(And hearts can break)
So hold me close, my darling
Then kiss me tenderly
And give your precious love
Your very precious love to me
So hold me close, my darling
Then kiss me tenderly
And give your precious love
Your very precious love to me
(My very precious love)
Very Precious Love
Dick Haymes delivers a timeless performance of 'Very Precious Love,' a standard that showcases his exceptional vocal range and emotive delivery. Recorded in the classic English style, the track exemplifies the romantic ballad tradition where Haymes excelled, blending technical precision with genuine sentiment. His interpretation emphasizes the song's themes of cherished affection, utilizing a warm, rich tone that has made this recording a staple in the repertoire of vocalists who follow in his footsteps. The composition serves as a testament to mid-century pop standards, capturing the essence of intimate connection through melody and voice.