Gennaro Louis Vitaliano, better known by his stage name Jerry Vale, was a celebrated American traditional pop singer whose illustrious career spanned an impressive four decades, specifically from the 1950s to the 1960s.
Throughout this remarkable period, Vale consistently achieved unparalleled success, dominating the pop charts with his soulful, heartfelt interpretations of romantic ballads. One of his most notable accomplishments was his 1956 cover of Eddy Arnold's hit single "You Don't Know Me", which showcased his impressive vocal range and emotional delivery.
Furthermore, his 1964 hit "Have You Looked into Your Heart" served to further solidify his position as a master of the traditional pop genre. As a singer of Italian descent, Vale's impressive repertoire also included numerous songs in Italian, many of which found their way into the soundtracks of films directed by the acclaimed Martin Scorsese.
