Chapel of Love

Darlene Love, Phil Spector

About Chapel of Love

"Chapel of Love" is a song written by Jeff Barry, Ellie Greenwich and Phil Spector, and made famous by The Dixie Cups in 1964, spending three weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The song tells of the happiness and excitement the narrator feels on her wedding day, for she and her love are going to the "chapel of love", and "we'll never be lonely anymore." Many other artists have recorded the song. It was originally recorded by Darlene Love in April 1963 and was released on CD in 1991. The Dixie Cups' version was the debut release of the new Red Bird Records run by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller along with George Goldner. The Ronettes included the song on their debut album released in November 1964 with production by Phil Spector. In 1973, singer and actress Bette Midler had a moderate hit with a cover of "Chapel of Love". 


Year:
1991
2:25
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Goin' to the chapel and we're
Gonna get married
Goin' to the chapel and we're

Gonna get married
Gee, I really love you and we're
Gonna get married
Goin' to the chapel of love

Spring is here, the sky is blue
Whoa, birds all sing as if they knew
Today's the day we'll say, "I do"
And we'll never be lonely anymore
Because we're

Goin' to the chapel and we're
Gonna get married
Goin' to the chapel and we're

Gonna get married
Gee, I really love you and we're
Gonna get married
Goin' to the chapel of love

Bells will ring, the sun will shine
Whoa, I'll be his and he'll be mine
We'll love until the end of time
And we'll never be lonely anymore
Because we're

Goin' to the chapel and we're
Gonna get married
Goin' to the chapel and we're

Gonna get married
Gee, I really love you and we're
Gonna get married
Goin' to the chapel of love

Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Goin' to the chapel of love
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Goin' to the chapel of love

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Darlene Love

Darlene Love (née Wright; born July 26, 1941 ) is an American popular music singer and actress. She gained prominence in the 1960s for the song "He's a Rebel," a #1 American single in 1962, and was part of the Phil Spector stable that produced a celebrated Christmas album in 1963. more »

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Written by: JEFF BARRY, ELLIE GREENWICH, PHILLIP SPECTOR

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12 facts about this song

History of Composition
"Chapel of Love" was originally composed and written by Phil Spector, Jeff Barry, and Ellie Greenwich.
Release Date
The song was first released in 1964 by the girl group the Dixie Cups.
Bette Midler's Version
Bette Midler, the American singer-songwriter, had her own rendition of "Chapel of Love," which was featured in her debut album "The Divine Miss M."
Usage in Movie
Midler's version of the song was later included in the soundtrack of the 1988 film "Hairspray."
Darlene Love's Version
Darlene Love, a well-known artist associated with producer Phil Spector, also recorded a version of "Chapel of Love."
Grammys
"Chapel of Love" as performed by Bette Midler was not nominated for any Grammy awards, but the artist has won multiple Grammys for her other works.
Chart Performance
When first released by the Dixie Cups, "Chapel of Love" overtook the Beatles' "Love Me Do" in the charts, signaling its popularity.
Cover Versions
Apart from Bette Midler and Darlene Love, "Chapel of Love" has been covered by various artists such as Elton John and the Ramones over the years.
Purpose and Theme
The song protagonist is on their way to the chapel to get married. Its repetitive, catchy verse about going to the "Chapel of Love" has made it a popular choice for weddings.
Music Style
"Chapel of Love" is a pop song utilizing elements of the "Wall of Sound" production technique, a style associated with Phil Spector.
Bette Midler's Reputation
Bette Midler, known for her versatile career in music, comedy, and acting, is often remembered for her rendition of "Chapel of Love" among her many hits.
Influence of the Song
Over the years, "Chapel of Love" has been a cultural staple, appearing in various films and TV shows, and being performed by a variety of artists across music genres.

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