Don't Forbid Me
Pat Boone
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Don't-a forbid me to hold you tight Darling, Don't Forbid Me to hold you tight Let-a me hold you in my lovin' arms 'Cause it's cold and I can keep you warm Don't a forbid me to kiss your lips Darling, Don't Forbid Me to kiss your lips Let-a me kiss you please baby, please 'Cause it's cold and your lips might freeze. There's a strong Westwind a-blowing and there's a big, blue moon above And, pretty baby, I'll be knowing you need some heartwarming love So don't-a forbid me to talk sweet talk Darling, Don't Forbid Me to talk sweet talk Let-a me fill your little heart with fire
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Written by: CHARLES SINGLETON
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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9 facts about this song
Song Identity"Don't Forbid Me" is a popular song of the mid-50s generation, recorded by both Pat Boone and Elvis Presley, two icons of that era.
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SongwriterThe song was written by Charles Singleton, an American songwriter known for his work in the traditional pop and rhythm and blues genres.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough it is not as recognized as Boone's version, Elvis Presley’s recording of "Don't Forbid Me" also gained popularity, and it was featured on EP "Just For You" in 1957.
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Song FateThe song was not released as a single by Elvis Presley in the United States, but it reached No. 1 when it was released as a single in Australia.
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Unique Selling PointThe song's popularity with two different artists reflected the changing times in the music industry, with Pat Boone's smooth crooning style representing the traditional pop of the time, and Elvis Presley's rock-and-roll rendition representing the revolutionary new direction music was taking.
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Pat Boone's AchievementsFor Boone, the song was one of several No. 1 hits he had during the late '50s, establishing him as one of the top pop stars of the era.
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Elvis Presley's AchievementsFor Presley, this song was included during a string of hits he released during his breakout years of 1956 and 1957.
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Lyric ThemeThe lyrics make use of a common theme in songs of this era, with the singer pleading with his loved one not to deprive him of her love.
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Significance"Don't Forbid Me" holds both historic and nostalgic value for music lovers due to its classic 1950s love song theme and melodies and its embodiment of the music style transition from traditional pop to rock-and-roll. It still endures as a beloved song in popular culture spanning various generations.
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