My Home Town

Paul Anka

About My Home Town

"My Home Town" is a song written and performed by Paul Anka. It reached #8 on the U. S. pop chart in 1960. The song was arranged by Sid Feller. The single's B-side, "Something Happened", reached #41 on the U. S. pop chart. The song ranked #77 on Billboard magazine's Top 100 singles of 1960.


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2002
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I took a little trip to my home town
I only stopped to look around
And as I walked along the thorough-fare
There was music playing ev'rywhere
The music came from within my heart
How did it happen how did it start
I only know that I fell in love
I guess the answer lies up above

Oh what a feeling
My heart was reeling
The bells were ringing
The birds were singing

And so the music keep goes on and on
And through the night until the break of dawn
I hear a bird up in the tree
He sings a pretty little melody

Oh what a feeling
My heart was reeling
The bells were ringing
The birds were singing

And so the music keep goes on and on
And through the night until the break of dawn
I hear a bird up in the tree
He sings a pretty little melody
Ya-ya-ya-ya...

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Paul Anka

Paul Albert Anka, OC (born July 30, 1941, Ottawa) is a Canadian-American singer, songwriter, and actor. more »

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Written by: Paul Anka

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10 facts about this song

Song Information
"My Home Town" is a song by Canadian singer-songwriter Paul Anka. Released in 1960, it quickly became one of the top hits in several countries, including the US and Canada.
Songwriter
Paul Anka wrote the lyrics for "My Home Town." Anka is also known for writing other popular songs of the era, such as "Diana" and "Put Your Head on My Shoulder."
Chart Success
"My Home Town" reached #8 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States, and also enjoyed significant success in the United Kingdom, where it peaked at #20 on the UK Singles Chart.
Album
The song was included on Paul Anka's 1960 album, appropriately titled "Paul Anka."
Style & Genre
"My Home Town" is identified as a Pop song. The style and narrative of the song are often described as nostalgic and sentimental, featuring Anka reminiscing about his hometown.
Popular Music Era
"My Home Town" was released during the Golden Age of Pop, which was characterized by artists like Anka and Elvis Presley, whose music broke R&B and country music into the mainstream pop scene.
Themes
The song's lyrics and composition evoke feelings of nostalgia and love for one's roots and hometown.
Anka's Musical Influence
As one of the popular songs by Paul Anka, "My Home Town" has further solidified Anka's reputation as one of the best teen idols of the late 50s and early 60s.
Cover Versions
"My Home Town" became a favorite among other artists and has been covered by several singers since its release, demonstrating its enduring popularity across generations.
Legacy
More than half a century after its release, "My Home Town" still retains its charm and is remembered as one of Paul Anka's signature songs.

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