Jezebel

Frankie Laine

About Jezebel

"Jezebel" is a 1951 popular song written by American songwriter Wayne Shanklin. It was recorded by Frankie Laine with the Norman Luboff Choir and Mitch Miller and his orchestra on April 4, 1951 and released by Columbia Records as catalog number 39367. The record reached #2 on the Billboard chart and was a million seller. The B-side, "Rose, Rose, I Love You", was a hit too and reached #3. The title refers to the biblical woman Jezebel, a wicked, Baal-worshipping Phoenician princess who ruled Israel as queen to King Ahab. Jezebel's story is recounted in I Kings, a book of the Old Testament. 


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Jezebel, Jezebel

If ever the devil was born without a pair of horns
It was you, Jezebel, it was you
If ever an angel fell, Jezebel, it was you
Jezebel, it was you

If ever a pair of eyes promised paradise
Deceiving me, grieving me, leaving me blue
Jezebel, it was you

If ever the devil's plan was made to torment man
It was you, Jezebel, it was you

Could be better had I never known a lover such as you
Forsaking dreams and all for the siren call of your arms

Like a demon, love possessed me, you obsessed me constantly
What evil star is mine, that my fate's design should be Jezebel?

If ever a pair of eyes promised paradise
Deceiving me, grieving me, leaving me blue
Jezebel, it was you

If ever the devil's plan was made to torment man
It was you, Jezebel, it was you, night and day, every way
Jezebel, Jezebel, Jezebel!

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Frankie Laine

Frankie Laine (March 30, 1913 – February 6, 2007), born Francesco Paolo LoVecchio, was a successful American singer, songwriter, and actor whose career spanned 75 years, from his first concerts in 1930 with a marathon dance company to his final performance of "That's My Desire" in 2005. Often billed as America's Number One Song Stylist, his other nicknames include Mr. Rhythm, Old Leather Lungs, and Mr. Steel Tonsils. His hits included "That's My Desire," "That Lucky Old Sun," "Mule Train," "Cry of the Wild Goose," "Jezebel," "High Noon," "I Believe," "Hey Joe!," "The Kid's Last Fight," "Cool Water," "Moonlight Gambler," "Love is a Golden Ring," "Rawhide," and "Lord, You Gave Me a Mountain." more »

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Written by: Wayne Shanklin

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19 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Jezebel" is a popular song that was written by Wayne Shanklin in 1951. It has been covered by many artists, but the most popular version was sung by Frankie Laine with the orchestra of Mitch Miller.
Song Theme
The melodramatic song tells the story of a woman named Jezebel who has betrayed the song's protagonist.
Chart Performance
The single by Frankie Laine and Mitch Miller was a big hit. It reached number 2 in the UK Singles Chart in May 1951 and also achieved a high ranking on the Billboard chart in the US.
Song Presentation
The original recording of the song is characterized by a dramatic, operatic vocal performance. This performance is accompanied by a full orchestra and punctuated by the use of the aforementioned bullwhip sound effect.
Awards and Accolades
For his rendition of "Jezebel," Frankie Laine was awarded the first-ever gold disc for a song in 1951. This was due to it selling over one million copies in the United States alone.
Legacy
Years later, the song "Jezebel" not only bestows a sense of nostalgia but also continues to be employed in many films, TV shows, and advertisements due to its unique composition.
Famous Covers
Several other artists have performed their renditions of this song throughout the years, including Edith Piaf, Herman's Hermits, and The Four Seasons.
Frankie Laine's Signature Song
Despite his vast catalog of music, "Jezebel" is often considered Frankie Laine's signature song due to its immense popularity at the time of its release.
Relationship of Protagonists
Mitch Miller, who conducted the orchestra for this song, was also a close friend of Frankie Laine. Their long-term professional relationship resulted in many hit songs, with "Jezebel" being one of the most recognized worldwide.
Historical Background
Released in September 1951, "Jezebel" is a popular song sung by Frankie Laine under the direction of Mitch Miller.
Chart Performance
"Jezebel" was a big hit on both sides of the Atlantic, reaching No. 2 on the Billboard charts and No. 1 on the UK Singles Chart.
Song's Context
The song is a ballad which tells the tale of a covetous, self-destructive woman.
Artist Collaboration
This song is a collaborative effort between Frankie Laine, a successful singer, and Mitch Miller, a leading record producer at the time.
Endurance
"Jezebel" has endured in popularity, having been covered by numerous artists since its original release.
Style
The musical style of "Jezebel" is typical of the dramatic, big-voiced balladry popular in the early 1950s.
Notable Covers
Among the notable covers, versions by Edith Piaf and Herman's Hermits stand out.
Role in Career
"Jezebel" is often considered one of Frankie Laine's signature songs, contributing significantly to his career as one of the most popular vocalists of the 1950s.
Songwriting
The song was written by Wayne Shanklin and has a running time of approximately 3 minutes and 14 seconds.
Recognition
"Jejebel" was ranked amongst the 30 best-selling records in the US for 1951.

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