Introduction
Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing is a classic love song with music by Sammy Fain and lyrics by Paul Francis Webster. It was originally written for the 1955 film of the same name, based on the novel A Many-Splendoured Thing by Han Suyin. The film tells the story of a forbidden romance between a British doctor and a Chinese woman in post-war Hong Kong.
The song was initially intended as background music for the film, but its beauty and emotional depth led to its inclusion as a vocal performance. It was first recorded by Don Cornell and The Four Aces, and their versions became popular hits. The song’s popularity soared when it won the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1956.
Engelbert Humperdinck’s version of the song has become one of his signature performances. His smooth vocals and heartfelt delivery perfectly capture the song’s romantic essence. Humperdinck’s rendition has further solidified the song’s place in popular culture, ensuring its continued appreciation by audiences around the world.