SONG OF THE DAY
“Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps” by Doris Day (Latin for Lovers, Columbia Records, 1965). Written by Osvaldo Farrés, English lyrics written by Joe Davis (not a translation of the Spanish lyrics).
WHERE I HEARD IT
I watched the 1992 Australian dance classic Strictly Ballroom, now a new favorite. I am almost more recommending the film, than the song, though the song is great!
INTERESTING FACTS (a la wikipedia)
– “Quizás, Quizás, Quizás” (also known as “Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps” in English), is a popular song by Cuban songwriter Osvaldo Farres.
РIn 1958, Nat King Cole regularly performed the song with a heavy American accent. His version appeared on his 1958 album Cole Espa̱ol and frequently appeared in the 2000 film In the Mood for Love.
– In 1964, the Trini Lopez version was recorded for Reprise Records for the album The Latin Album.
– In 1996, the alternative rock band Cake released “Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps” on their album Fashion Nugget.
– In 2000, British singer Geri Halliwell released “Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps” as a B-side to her single “Bag It Up”.
– In 2007, a cover of “Quizás, quizás, quizás” figured in the tracklist of Mi Sueño, the posthumous Ibrahim Ferrer’s CD, released under World Circuit Records by Buena Vista Social Club. The cover was performed by Ibrahim Ferrer featuring the Cuban singer Omara Portuondo.
– In 2008, The Pussycat Dolls included “Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps” as a bonus track on the CD 2 of the Deluxe edition of their CD Doll Domination.
– In 2008, Buena Vista Social Club released a live version on their album Buena Vista Social Club at Carnegie Hall.
Wow.. where did you find this one??