Angel on My Shoulder

Shelby Flint

About Angel on My Shoulder

"Angel on My Shoulder" is a song written and recorded by Shelby Flint for her self-titled debut album in 1960. The single reached No. 22 on the US Billboard Hot 100 singles chart in early 1961. It was Flint's only Top 40 hit.


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Got an angel on my shoulder
Got a penny in my pocket
And I found a four leaf clover
And I put it in my locket

Wished on all the stars above me
And I caught the nearest rainbow
Gonna find someone to love me
Gonna find someone to love

Well I tossed a lot of nickels in the wishing well
And saved the fortunes that the fortune cookies tell
I got a lucky penny and a mustard seed
But a warm and tender love is all I need

And I want a love that lingers
And a strong one through and through
So I'm gonna cross my fingers
That I'll find a boy who loves me true
And I'm gonna love him too

Well I tossed a lot of nickels in the wishing well
And saved the fortunes that the fortune cookies tell
I got a lucky penny and a mustard seed
But a warm and tender love is all I need

And I want a love that lingers
And a strong one through and through
So I'm gonna cross my fingers
That I'll find a boy who loves me true
And I'm gonna love him too

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Shelby Flint

Shelby Flint (born September 17, 1939, North Hollywood, California) is a singer who had two top-100 hits, "Angel on My Shoulder" in 1961 and "Cast Your Fate to the Wind" in 1966. more »

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Written by: SHELBY FLINT

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Song Details
"Angel on My Shoulder" is a song performed by American singer-songwriter, Shelby Flint.
Chart Performance
The song charted in the Top 25 of the Billboard Pop singles chart in August 1961.
Award Nominations
Although the song didn't win any major awards, it is treasured by Shelby Flint's fans and remains one of her most famous works to date.
Music Style
Known for her pure, sweet vocals, Shelby Flint used these to great effect in "Angel on My Shoulder", a song that perfectly showcases her unique vocal style.
Popularity
"Angel on My Shoulder" was popular upon its release and continues to be well-loved, particularly by fans of traditional pop music.
Songwriter Information
The song was written by the significant team of Van McCoy and Joe Cobb.
Other Versions
"Angel on My Shoulder" has been covered by other artists, including The Cascades and Maureen McGovern.
Influences
The song reflects the musical tastes of its era, particularly the use of a lush orchestral arrangement, a hallmark of pop music in the early 60s.
Record Label
The song was released by Valiant Records, an independent record label based in Los Angeles, California.
Cultural Impact
Considered one of the classic hits of the early sixties, "Angel on My Shoulder" is sometimes played on oldies radio stations, keeping its charm alive for new generations of listeners.
Album Appearance
"Angel on My Shoulder" also appeared on Shelby Flint's self-titled debut album, reflecting the favorable response it received as a single.
Music Video
There’s no official music video for the song "Angel on My Shoulder" due to the release year, as music videos did not become widely popular until the 1980s.

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