The Diary
Neil Sedaka
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How I'd like to look into that little book, The one that has the lock and key, And know the boy that you care for, The boy who's in your diary. When it's late at night, what is the name you write? Oh, what I'd give if I could see. Am I the boy that you care for, The boy who's in your diary? Do you recall and make note of all The little things I say and do? The name you underline, I'm hoping that it's mine. Darling, I'm so in love with you. Please don't leave me blue. Make all my dreams come true. You know how much you mean to me. Say I'm the boy that you care for, The boy who's in your diary.
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Written by: Howard Greenfield, Neil Sedaka
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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15 facts about this song
Song ReleaseThe song "The Diary" was released by Neil Sedaka in November 1958.
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Song PerformanceIt is one of the earliest examples of Sedaka's vocal range and stylistic versatility.
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Chart PerformanceThis song peaked at number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the US in 1959.
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Production"The Diary" was written, composed, and performed by Neil Sedaka himself.
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GenreThe song falls in the doo-wop and pop genres, a popular combination during the late 1950s and early 1960s.
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Debut Single"The Diary" was Neil Sedaka's debut single which was produced by Al Nevins and Don Kirshner.
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InfluenceThe song is influenced by Sedaka's love of classical music, particularly Beethoven, hence a significant blend of pop rock and classic fusion could be witnessed.
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Neil Sedaka's AgeAt the time he recorded "The Diary," Sedaka was only 19 years old.
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Composition"The Diary" was written in the traditional verse-chorus structure which was typical of pop songs in this era.
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LegacyDespite not being one of Sedaka's biggest hits, "The Diary" is considered a classic and a testament to his early songwriting and performing prowess. It is still included in many of his compilation albums and played on oldies radio stations today.
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Recording LabelThe song "The Diary" was released under the record label RCA Victor.
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B-SideThe flip side of "The Diary" single release was a track titled "No Vacancy."
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Early Career OpportunityThis song marked the beginning of Neil Sedaka's successful career as a pop music artist, propelling him into the limelight.
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Song Theme"The Diary" is a poignant ballad about lost love, a common theme for pop songs during the late 1950s and 1960s.
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Backing VocalsThe backing vocals on the track were provided by The Tokens, a harmonic group who were also signed to RCA Victor at the time.
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