David Whitfield - Hear My Song, Violetta (1960)

[wrichard11]

Fantastic voice.

[bronterise15]

My mum was called Violet and she adored this song..and David Whitfield, she saw him many times. This brings back wonderful memories of my mum and my childhood. Thankyou for posting this.......with tears in my eyes xxx

[COONY1875]

this was josef lockes song but david did it justiceoh god for real talent

[3larryclark]

I think David was one of the most under-rated singers ever. Such a powerful voice. His version of "Violetta" compares very favourably with the version of Josef Locke who made it his signature tune. A true legend, sadly missed.

[hovis30]

Anybody remember a song called 'Heartless'?

[lurcher789]

Thank God and Utube for letting us access such beautiful music from artists like this.

[carol3360]

I have photos I took backstage at Coventry Theatre when David sang this. He was in a gondolier costume. I love the song as it always reminds me of those days when he would always fill the theatre.

[lkijju]

absolutely Michaelbos

[Michaelbos]

This is when singers have real voices, talent. And David is one the top voices.

[nancyfloressantos]

Oh how I love this song........very nostalgic....one of my favorites when I was little....still remember its lyrics...........now it has been treasured deep in my heart.......

[Pinamucan]

Saw David in Plymouth in 1954. He had sung his repetriore and had finished singing. He said as there is no more music I cannot sing anything else. A voice yelled out "I Believe". He sang "I Believe" without a Mike and the usual Orchestra. I will remember it till the day I die. What a Voice Voice he had. God Bless you David Whitfield you were the best and have not been equaled by any Tenor singing Popular songs & semi Opra in the UK in the last 30 years.

[villettel]

I agree, No one could ever hold a candle to him, to hear him sing without a mike, what a privilege., which I have shared. The best singer ever, he didn t need a mike, an orchestra or a backing group, or any special effects. Just him and his voice. Also a great personalty, great looks, a true star., and friendliness and time for his fans. We walked with him, shared a drink, played darts, a joke and a laugh. Never to be forgotten, our David. Sadly he died 30 years ago next Friday we mourn him.

[daveallen100]

there will never be anyone that can take david's place. i saw him in 1974, he sang CARA MIA without a mic., and you could hear a pin drop.!! There is no singer today that could hold a candle to him!

[UncleBlakie]

Gosh... This brings back the memory of when I was 3yrs old. My father got a radiogram and one record. I lifted the record holding arm so it played over and over again untill everyone was sick of hearing it...... Better days.

[villettel]

Yes, if only he was still alive. Its wonderful that he is so popular on you tube, he would be thrilled, to know that he isnt forgotten and we still love his voice, and him.

[Pinamucan]

If only David was still alive. He would be so proud. On You Tube he is more popular than he ever was in his hey day. Sing On David we love it.

[whispperson]

This Is Wicked

[villettel]

thanks for this beautiful song from David, its wonderful as he always is.

[sleeplessonthehill]

Beautiful. First time hearing this. Familiar only with Josef Lock's. Many thanks.

[OprawcaDrzew]

Not only with Josef Lock's. Please check Janusz Poplawski "Tango Violetta". Greetings from Poland

[sleeplessonthehill]

Thanks for introducing me to Janusz Poplawski. Enjoyed his rendition of this song. Lovely mellow voice. Best wishes from Singapore.