Shirley Bassey and Bryn Terfel - Interview with Des O Connor / World In Union

1999 (Complete Shirley Bassey and Bryn Terfel appearance on the Des O Connor Talk Show)

ABOUT the song, 'World In Union':
"World in Union", with lyrics by Charlie Skarbek, is a theme song for the Rugby World Cup which attempts to capture the spirit of international friendship which pervades rugby union culture the world over.

Shirley Bassey and Bryn Terfel recorded and released their version of this song in 1999. The song was performed live by both artists at the opening of the series in June 1999, Miss Bassey famously wearing a gown designed on the Welsh flag. Three versions are featured on the CD single: a duet from Shirley Bassey and Bryn Terfel, Shirley Bassey's solo version and finally a version which features the choirs only. The duet version is performed partially in Welsh by Bryn Terfel. The official video was filmed at the Millennium Stadium, Cardiff. and featured various other Welsh landscapes. The single marked a rare return to the UK singles chart for Bassey, it reached #35 in October 1999.

LYRICS (English Only Version):
Note: In this Clip Bryn Terfel sings his lyrics in Welsh:

There's a dream,I feel
So rare,so real
All the world in union
The world as one

Gathering together
One mind, one heart
Every creed, every colour
Once joined, never apart

Searching for the best in me
I will find what I can be
If I win, lose or draw
It's a victory for all

It's the world in union
The world as one
As we climb to reach our destiny
A new age has begun

We may face high mountains
Must cross rough seas
We must take our place in history
And live with dignity

Just to be the best I can
That's the goal for every man
If I win, lose or draw
It's a victory for all

It's the world in union
The world as one
As we climb to reach our destiny
A new age has begun

It's the world in union
The world as one
As we climb to reach our destiny
A new age has begun

ABOUT Bryn Terfel:
Bryn Terfel Jones CBE (Welsh pronunciation: [ˈbrɨn ˈtɛrvɛl]; born 9 November 1965) is a Welsh bass-baritone opera and concert singer. Terfel was initially associated with the roles of Mozart, particularly Figaro and Leporello, but has subsequently shifted his attention to heavier roles, especially those by Wagner.

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Entertainment

Tags:

• Shirley Bassey
• Des O Connor
• Bryn Terfel

[Multi1628]

Thank you for posting this interview - Shirley Bassey seems to always look posh & "now" no matter in what decade she is shown!! Happy Mardi Gras!! DAVEDJ

[lydee09]

I love seeing this again. I really wish Des Oconnor was still on so he could interview Dame Shirley again!.I love their rapport together. Thanks