Put a Little Love in Your Heart

Jackie DeShannon

About Put a Little Love in Your Heart

"Put a Little Love in Your Heart" is a song originally performed in 1969 by Jackie DeShannon, who composed it with her brother Randy Myers and Jimmy Holiday. In the U. S., it was DeShannon's highest-charting hit, reaching number 4 on the Hot 100 in August 1969 and number 2 on the Adult Contemporary charts. In late 1969, the song reached number one on South Africa's hit parade. The song is used in the Gus Van Sant film Drugstore Cowboy. The song rivaled the success of her signature song, "What the World Needs Now Is Love".  


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1998
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Think of your fellow man, lend him a helping hand
Put a little love in your heart
You see, it's getting late, oh, please don't hesitate
Put a little love in your heart

And the world will be a better place
And the world will be a better place for you and me
You just wait and see

Another day goes by, and still the children cry
Put a little love in your heart
If you want the world to know, we won't let hatred grow
Put a little love in your heart

And the world will be a better place
And the world will be a better place for you and me
You just wait and see. Wait and see

Take a good look around and if you're lookin' down
Put a little love in your heart
I hope when you decide kindness will be your guide
Put a little love in your heart
And the world will be a better place
And the world will be a better place for you and me
You just wait and see
Put a little love in your heart
Put a little love in your heart

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Jackie DeShannon

Jackie DeShannon (born August 21, 1944) - is an American singer-songwriter with a string of hit song credits from the 1960s onwards. She was one of the first female singer-songwriters of the rock 'n' roll period. DeShannon currently is an entertainment broadcast correspondent reporting historical anecdotes and current Beatles band members' news for Breakfast with the Beatles on Sirius XM Satellite Radio on the weekends. more »

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Written by: Jackie DeShannon, Jimmy Holiday, Randy Myers

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12 facts about this song

Release Details
"Put a Little Love in Your Heart" was released in November 1968 as an advance single from Jackie DeShannon's album "Laurel Canyon".
Chart Performance
The song was a big hit, peaking at No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the USA and No. 2 on Canada's RPM Top Singles chart.
Writer Credits
The lyrics of "Put a Little Love in Your Heart" were written by Jackie DeShannon herself, along with her brother Randy Myers and Jimmy Holiday.
Song Theme
The song's lyrics are a call for compassion and love, urging listeners to think of their fellow human beings and strive to make the world a better place.
Popular Cover Versions
The song has been covered by many notable artists, including Dolly Parton, David Ruffin, and Annie Lennox and Al Green, whose version was used in the 1988 film "Scrooged".
Impact on Popular Culture
The song continues to be used in various films and TV shows, proving its timeless appeal and positive message.
Recognition
In 1999, "Put a Little Love in Your Heart" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
Live Performances
Jackie DeShannon included the song in her live performances, and it has often been performed in charity concerts due to its inspiring message.
Alternative Versions
Apart from English, it has also been recorded in multiple languages including German, French, and Italian.
Commercial Use
The song was used in a commercial for Subaru automobiles in 2008.
Personal Favorites
Jackie DeShannon has mentioned in interviews that "Put a Little Love in Your Heart" remains one of her personal favorite songs.
Noteworthy Cover
Among the many covers, most noteworthy is the one by Annie Lennox and Al Green, which reached No. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1988.

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