Goldfinger – Shirley Bassey: 3rd Bond Song
The title song from the third Bond film, Goldfinger (1964), shares the same name as the movie and was superbly performed by Shirley Bassey. The song was composed by Leslie Bricusse, Anthony Newley, and John Barry.
About
- Title: Goldfinger
- Film: Featured as the title song for the third James Bond film, also titled Goldfinger (1964)
- Performer: Shirley Bassey
- Composers: Leslie Bricusse, Anthony Newley, and John Barry
- Release Date: 1964
- Genre: Pop, Jazz
- Theme: The song captures the essence of the film's antagonist, Auric Goldfinger, a wealthy and enigmatic villain with a penchant for gold. It reflects themes of wealth, power, and intrigue that are central to the Bond franchise.
- Style: Goldfinger is known for its dramatic orchestration, featuring a powerful brass section and lush strings. Shirley Bassey's commanding vocals add to the song's intensity, making it one of the most iconic Bond themes of all time.
- Legacy: Goldfinger is often regarded as one of the best Bond songs ever created. It became a commercial success and helped establish Shirley Bassey as a prominent vocalist. The song's memorable melody and catchy lyrics have made it a fan favorite and a timeless classic in the James Bond canon.
- Cultural Impact: The song's opening line, "Goldfinger, he's the man, the man with the Midas touch," has become iconic and is instantly recognizable to fans of the Bond franchise. Goldfinger has been covered and referenced in various forms of media and remains a symbol of the glamorous and adventurous world of James Bond.
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Trivia
Shirley Bassey also recorded the title songs for two more Bond films – Diamonds Are Forever (1971) and Moonraker (1979) – making her the record holder in this regard. The song's lyrics include the line "He's the man, the man with the Midas touch", which loosely translates to Goldfinger being a man with a golden touch. Midas is a king from Greek mythology who had the ability to turn everything he touched into gold.
Lyrics: Goldfinger
Goldfinger
He's the man, the man with the Midas touch
A spider's touch
Such a cold finger
Beckons you to enter his web of sin
But don't go in
Golden words he will pour in your ear
But his lies can't disguise what you fear
For a golden girl knows when he's kissed her
It's the kiss of death…
From Mister Goldfinger
Pretty girl, beware of his heart of gold
This heart is cold
Golden words he will pour in your ear
But his lies can't disguise what you fear
For a golden girl knows when he's kissed her
It's the kiss of death…
From Mister Goldfinger
Pretty girl, beware of his heart of gold
This heart is cold
He loves only gold
Only gold
He loves gold
He loves only gold
Only gold
He loves gold
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Based on the original Czech article: Goldfinger – Shirley Bassey – titulní píseň z 3. bondovky Goldfinger.