Is It True

Brenda Lee

About Is It True

"Is It True" is a song released in 1964 by Brenda Lee. In 1964, Brenda Lee was flown by Decca to England to cut a single record, initially conceived for release exclusively in the United Kingdom, but it was in fact also released in the US shortly after release in the UK. "Is It True" was written by John Carter and Ken Lewis, then two of England's top songwriters. The single reached No. 17 on both the United Kingdom's Record Retailer chart and the United States' Billboard Hot 100 chart, and reached No. 8 on Canada's RPM "Top 40 & 5" and No. 11 on Canada's CHUM Hit Parade. The guitarist on the single was Jimmy Page who achieved an early wah pedal effect (0:38-0:42) before the effect became popular. The drummer on the session was Bobby Graham, the production was by Mickie Most and it was recorded at Decca's #2 recording studio in West Hampstead, London. 


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2006
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Listen to the talk that's going around town
Everywhere you go they're spreading it around
Saying that you've gone and found another one
Is it true, my love?
What about the ring you gave me yesterday?
Is it hard for me to throw it all away
As you said goodbye, if you have no lie
Is it true my love?

Don't you know, don't you know
You're making me blue
Baby, baby say it isn't, say it isn't true
Coming down the street the story looks the same
Everyone I meet is whispering your name
Saying that you've gone and found another one
Is it true, my love?
Saying that you've gone and found another one
Is it true, my love?

Don't you know, don't you know
You're making me blue
Baby, baby say it isn't, say it isn't true
Coming down the street the story looks the same
Everyone I meet is whispering your name
Saying that you've gone and found another one
Is it true, my love?

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Brenda Lee

Brenda Mae Tarpley (born December 11, 1944), known as Brenda Lee, is an American performer who sang rockabilly, pop and country music, and had 37 US chart hits during the 1960s, a number surpassed only by Elvis Presley, The Beatles, Ray Charles and Connie Francis. She is best known for her 1960 hit "I'm Sorry", and 1958's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree", a US holiday standard for more than 50 years. more »

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Written by: JOHN CARTER, KENNETH HAWKER

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14 facts about this song

Brenda Lee Connection
"Is It True" is a song sung by Brenda Lee, popularly known as "Little Miss Dynamite" due to her small stature and powerful voice.
Jimmy Page's Role
Known primarily as the guitarist for the rock band Led Zeppelin, Jimmy Page played on the track as a session musician before he found fame.
Release Date
"Is It True" was released in 1964, a time when Brenda Lee was enjoying a successful run with her pop ballads and country tunes.
Chart Performance
"Is It True" did well in the UK, where it reached No. 17 on the chart. In the US, it peaked at No. 54 on Billboard Hot 100.
Decca Records
The single was released by Decca Records, a significant British label.
Song Origins
The song was written by John Carter and Ken Lewis, who were members of The Ivy League in the 1960s, and they later became producers and songwriters for other projects.
Album Inclusion
"Is It True" was later included on Brenda Lee's compilation album, "Greatest Hits".
Live Performance
Brenda Lee performed "Is It True" on The Ed Sullivan Show, a highly popular television show during its time.
Re-records
The song was re-recorded by Brenda Lee for her album, "Brenda Lee Sings Her Most Recent Great Hits" in 1980.
Rock 'n' Roll
"Is It True" marks a departure from Brenda Lee's usual country-pop sound with its rock 'n' roll style, featuring a more upbeat tune.
British Invasion Influence
The song is thought to have been influenced by the British Invasion, given its heavier guitar sound and the participation of UK-based Jimmy Page.
Be My Guest Collaboration
Brenda Lee and Fats Domino also recorded a version of "Is It True" for the song "Be My Guest."
Song Duration
The song has a total running time of 2:20 minutes, which was typical for pop songs of that era.
Recognition
"Is It True" is lauded by fans for Brenda Lee's powerful vocals and Jimmy Page's excellent guitar work, even though it's not one of their most commercially successful pieces.

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