Puppy Love

Paul Anka

About Puppy Love

"Puppy Love" is a popular song written by Paul Anka in 1960 for Annette Funicello, with whom he was having an affair during a package tour. Anka's version reached #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 behind Percy Faith's "Theme from A Summer Place" and #33 on the UK Singles Chart.


Year:
2013
2:45
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And they called it puppy love
Oh I guess they'll never know
How a young heart how it really feels
And why I love her so

And they called it puppy love
Just because we're seventeen
Tell them all
Oh please tell them it isn't fair
To take away my only dream

I cry each night
It's tears for you
My tears are all in vain
I hope I hope and I pray
That maybe someday
You'll be back (you'll be back) in my arms (in my arms)
Once again

Someone help me
Help me please
Is the answer, is it up above?
How can I
Oh how can I ever tell them?
This is not a puppy love
(This is not a puppy love)

Someone help me
Help me please
Is the answer up above?
How can I
Oh how can I tell them?
This is not a puppy love
(This is not a puppy love)

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Paul Anka

Paul Albert Anka, OC (born July 30, 1941, Ottawa) is a Canadian-American singer, songwriter, and actor. more »

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Written by: Paul Anka

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10 facts about this song

Singer-Songwriter
"Puppy Love" was written by Canadian singer-songwriter, Paul Anka, in the early 1960s.
Young Age
Anka was only 19 years old when he composed this iconic song, showcasing his early talent in songwriting.
Real-life Inspiration
The song was inspired by Anka's real-life romance with Annette Funicello, a popular actress and singer in the 1960s.
Chart Success
The song was a global success, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States and number four in the UK singles charts.
Donny Osmond's Cover
In 1972, teen idol Donny Osmond released a cover of "Puppy Love" which was also very successful, reaching number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number one on the UK singles charts.
Song Lyrics
The lyrics of "Puppy Love" detail a young love being dismissed by adults as just a fleeting, childhood crush, hence the title "Puppy Love."
Platinum Status
Both versions of the song, Paul Anka’s original and Donny Osmond’s cover, achieved Platinum status for their sales.
Lasting Legacy
The song has sustained its popularity throughout the years and has been covered by several artists in various genres.
Film and TV References
The song’s cultural impact extends beyond music, as it has been used in several films and TV series as well.
Influence on Artists
"Puppy Love" cemented Paul Anka's fame as a hit maker and served as an inspiration for many young artists.

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