You're Nobody Till Somebody Loves You
The Rat Pack, Dean Martin
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You're nobody 'till somebody loves you You're nobody 'till somebody cares You may be king, you may possess the world And it's gold but gold won't bring you Happiness when you're growing old The world still is the same You'll never change it As sure as the stars shine above You're nobody 'till somebody loves you So find yourself somebody to love The world still is the same You'll never change it As sure as the stars shine above Well, you're nobody 'till somebody loves you So find yourself somebody to love
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Written by: James Cavanaugh, Larry Stock, Russ Morgan
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
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10 facts about this song
Creation Details"You're Nobody Till Somebody Loves You" was not originally written by Dean Martin, but he is well known for his rendition of the song. It was penned by James Cavanaugh, Russ Morgan, and Larry Stock in 1944.
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Timing of ReleaseDean Martin's recording of the song was released in 1964 as part of his album, "The Door is Still Open to My Heart."
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Chart PerformanceThis version peaked at #25 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming one of Dean Martin's top hits, reflecting its immense popularity.
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GenreThe song is considered to belong to the traditional pop genre but is also regarded as an iconic piece in the Great American Songbook.
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Wide RecognitionDean Martin is often recognized with this song, and it became one of his signature tunes.
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Other Notable PerformancesAside from Dean Martin, other notable singers have performed renditions of "You're Nobody Till Somebody Loves You." These include big names like Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles, Louis Prima, and Michael Bublé.
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Use in MediaThe song has been featured in a number of films and television shows over the years across various eras, such as The Nutty Professor (1963), Dean Martin: Live from Las Vegas (2001), and more recently, in the television series Mad Men (2007).
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MessageThe sentiment of "You're Nobody Till Somebody Loves You" posits that love is the most important thing in life, as Dean Martin croons about the meaninglessness of material wealth without it.
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Song StructureThe song features a repetitive structure, with the same tune and lyrics repeated with different instrumentation to give it variation and depth.
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Cultural ImpactWith its timeless message and classic sound, "You're Nobody Till Somebody Loves You" has had a significant cultural impact, being a classic staple for weddings and romantic occasions, as well as a popular choice for artists to cover or sample in their own works.
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