Can Anyone Explain?

The Ames Brothers

About Can Anyone Explain?

"Can Anyone Explain? (No! No! No!)" is a popular song written by Bennie Benjamin and George David Weiss and published in 1950. The biggest hit version of the song was recorded by the Ames Brothers. The recording was made on May 17, 1950, and released by Coral Records as catalog number 60253. The record first reached the Billboard charts on August 4, 1950, and lasted 19 weeks on the chart, peaking at number five. Another version which made the chart was by Ray Anthony's orchestra (vocal: Ronnie Deauville and The Skyliners). The recording was released by Capitol Records as catalog number 1131. The record reached the Billboard magazine charts on September 2, 1950 and lasted 13 weeks on the charts, also peaking at number five. Other versions that appeared on the singles chart: Dinah Shore on July 25, 1950 and released by Columbia Records as catalog number 38927. Shore's was number 29, charting one week on September 16, 1950. Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong, was recorded on August 25, 1950, and released by Decca Records as catalog number 27209. Theirs charted November 18, 1950 at number 30 for one week. 


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Can anyone explain the thrill of a kiss? No no no
But when two eager lips
Are pressed against yours
You'll know, yes, you'll know

Can anyone explain the glow of romance? No no no
But when you hear the phrase
"It's you I adore"
You'll know, yes, you'll know

And you will find
To give love a start
Don't think with your mind
Just feel with your heart

Can anyone explain the wonder of love? No no no
But now that you and I
Are sharing a sigh
We know, yes, we know

Can anyone explain the thrill of a kiss? No no no
But when two eager lips
Are pressed against yours
Then you'll know, yes, you'll know

Can anyone explain the glow of romance? No no no
But when you hear the phrase
"It's you I adore"
Then you'll know, yes, you'll know, honey

And you will find
To give love a start
Don't think with your mind
Just feel with your heart

Can anyone explain the wonder of love? No no no
But now that you and I
Are sharing a sigh
We know, you can't miss it, yes, we know

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The Ames Brothers

The Ames Brothers were a singing quartet, consisting of four siblings from Malden, Massachusetts, who were particularly famous in the 1950s for their traditional pop music hits. more »

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Written by: BENNIE BENJAMIN, GEORGE DAVID WEISS

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12 facts about this song

Historical Classification
"Can Anyone Explain?" is a popular song that has been covered by annals of history, being first recorded in late August 1950 by multiple artists including Louis Armstrong, Ray Anthony, and The Ames Brothers.
Artist Classification
The song was recorded by three significant artists in the 1950s, including Louis Armstrong, a renowned jazz musician & singer popular for his charismatic stage presence and innovative ensemble jazz.
Record Label Classification
Louis Armstrong recorded "Can Anyone Explain?" under the prestigious Decca Records, an influential record label with a substantial contribution to the music industry.
Chart Performance Classification
"Can Anyone Explain?" was a hit, with the version by The Ames Brothers peaking at number 5 on Billboard's Best Seller in Stores chart in October 1950.
Musical Style Classification
The song showcases different styles as interpreted by the various artists - Louis Armstrong's distinctive jazz influences, Ray Anthony's big band sound, and The Ames Brothers' close harmony style.
Collaboration Classification
The three artists did not perform the song together. Instead, they released their individual versions that competed with each other on the charts.
Lyrics Classification
The song's lyrics were written by Bennie Benjamin and George David Weiss, both renowned songwriters of the era associated with several chart-topping hits.
Reception Classification
Despite its relative success at the time, "Can Anyone Explain?" is not among either Armstrong's, Anthony's or The Ames Brothers' most recognized songs today.
Performances Classification
Although multiple artists have covered "Can Anyone Explain?", the official record of live performance is scarce regarding this song.
Cultural Impact Classification
While the song is not considered a cornerstone in the discography of any of the artists in question, it nonetheless provides a fascinating snapshot into the popular music of the early 1950s.
Song's Duration Classification
The duration of Louis Armstrong's version is 3 minutes and 11 seconds, The Ames Brothers' version is 2 minutes and 33 seconds, while the rendition by Ray Anthony clocks at 2 minutes and 59 seconds.
Re-release Classification
The song has been re-released several times on various compilation albums for each of the artists, particularly Louis Armstrong.

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