Temptation
Bing Crosby
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You came, I was alone I should have known you were temptation You smiled, luring me on My heart was gone, you were temptation It would be thrilling If you were willing If it can never be Pity me for you are temptation and I am yours Here is my heart, take it and say We'll never part I'm just a slave Only a slave to you, temptation You were born to be kissed I can't resist. You are temptation and I am yours Here is my heart, take it and say We'll never part I'm just a slave Only a slave to you, temptation
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Written by: LARRY JOHNSON, LARRY CURTIS JOHNSON
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11 facts about this song
Song Origin"Temptation" was not originally performed by Bing Crosby. The song was written by Nacio Herb Brown (music) and Arthur Freed (lyrics), and was first performed in the 1933 film, "Going Hollywood", where it was sung by the Hollywood star, Maurice Chevalier.
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Chart PerformanceWhen Bing Crosby covered "Temptation" in 1933, the song enjoyed significant commercial success. It reached the number-three spot on the pop charts of that year.
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Unique StyleCrosby's interpretation of "Temptation" was noted for its unique jazz-infused style, differentiating it from other versions of the song that were often more ballad-like.
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Grammy Hall of FameIn 2004, Crosby's recording of "Temptation" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, which honours recordings of lasting qualitative or historical significance.
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Frequent CollaboratorBing Crosby frequently collaborated with the Andrews Sisters, a popular close harmony singing group of the swing and boogie-woogie eras. One of their notable collaborations was a rendition of "Temptation".
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InfluenceCrosby's cover of "Temptation" had a significant influence on subsequent versions of the song. It has been covered by numerous artists since, including Perry Como, Everly Brothers, and Diana Krall.
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Feature in Shows"Temptation" has been featured in a number of TV shows and films, including "The Walking Dead" and "The Big Chill", a testament to its enduring popularity.
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Album InclusionCrosby's version of "Temptation" can be found on various albums, such as "Bing Crosby: The Silver Screen Collection 1934-1956", underlining the iconic status of this cover within Crosby's discography.
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Recording LabelBing Crosby recorded "Temptation" under the Brunswick label, a major American record label during the pre-World War II era.
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LongevityDespite its age, "Temptation" remains one of Bing Crosby's most recognisable songs, over 80 years after it was first recorded it.
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Crosby's DistinctionWith his recording of "Temptation", Bing Crosby stands as one of the earliest artists who made this song popular, paving the way for its future editions.
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