Candy

Dinah Shore

About Candy

"Candy" is a popular song. The music was written by Alex Kramer, the lyrics by Mack David and Joan Whitney. It was published in 1944. The recording by Johnny Mercer and the Pied Pipers, with Jo Stafford, was released by Capitol Records as catalog number 183. It first reached the Billboard magazine Best Seller chart on February 22, 1945 and lasted 15 weeks on the chart, peaking at #2. Mercer recalled that the song was ideal for his limited range for ballad singing. The recording by Dinah Shore was released by RCA Victor Records as catalog number 20-1632. It reached the Billboard magazine Best Seller chart on April 5, 1945 at No. 10, its only week on the chart. Big Maybelle's version of the song received the Grammy Hall of Fame Award in 1999 and went to No. 11 on the Billboard R&B chart in 1956. A notable jazz version was recorded by Lee Morgan as a teen-aged trumpet prodigy and heir apparent to the late Clifford Brown. The LP – entitled "Candy" and recorded for Blue Note Records on November 18, 1957 – is regarded as a classic by many followers of the brilliant trumpeter, who released almost 40 albums prior to his death at the age of 33. "Candy" is unique since the title track along with six additional song selections feature Morgan, for the only time in his career, as the solo horn, unassisted by any front-line partner. The rhythm section that accompanies Morgan's horn comprises Sonny Clark on piano, Art Taylor on drums and Doug Watkins on bass. 


Year:
2008
3:10
85 
#2

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Some say that love is sweet as a rose,
Some say it's honey and the bee,
Well sit right down and let me tell you
What my love is to me.

"Candy"
I call my sugar "Candy"
Because I'm sweet on "Candy"
And "Candy" is sweet on me

He/She understands me,
My understanding "Candy"
And "Candy"'s always handy
When I need sympathy
I wish that there were four of him/her
So I could love much more of him/her

He/She has taken my complete heart,
Got a sweet tooth for my sweetheart
"Candy"
Its gonna be just dandy
The day I take my "Candy"
And make him mine all mine
Mine

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Dinah Shore

Dinah Shore (born Frances Rose Shore; February 29, 1916 – February 24, 1994) was an American singer, actress, and television personality. She reached the height of her popularity as a recording artist during the Big Band era of the 1940s and 1950s, but achieved even greater success a decade later, in television, mainly as hostess of a series of variety programs for Chevrolet. more »

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Written by: Joan Whitney, Alex Kramer, Mack David

Lyrics © BOURNE CO., Universal Music Publishing Group

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4 facts about this song

Big Maybelle Version
"Candy" is a popular song which originated from Big Maybelle. It was recorded in 1956 under her label, Savoy Records. - Big Maybelle, whose real name was Mabel Louise Smith, is a blues singer best known for her strong, expressive voice. - "Candy" is one of her most popular songs, and it showcases her powerful voice and emotional delivery. - The song was covered by numerous artists after its release.
Dinah Shore Version
Dinah Shore, another famous singer, also recorded a version of "Candy." Her rendition was popular during the 1940s. - Shore was famous for her pop hits as well as her appearances in film and television. Her version of "Candy" was one of the many songs that established her as a notable singer of her time. - And unlike Big Maybelle’s hot rhythm-and-blues rendition, Dinah Shore’s take on "Candy" was softer and more in tune with the pop standards of her era.
The Manhattan Transfer Version
The vocal group The Manhattan Transfer also covered "Candy" and included this song on their album "Pastiche" released in 1978. - The song showcases the group’s signature tight harmonies and jazz-inclined vocal style. - Their version of "Candy" was given a modern, jazzy twist, which solidified its status as a versatile song that can be adapted into different musical genres.
General Facts
The song was written by Mack David, Joan Whitney and Alex Kramer. - Since its initial release, "Candy" has been covered by well over a dozen artists, showing its timeless appeal and versatility. - Though the lyrics and melody remain the same, each artist brings their own style and interpretation to the song. - The song has endured throughout the decades and is still an established classic in the repertoire of American pop music.

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