My Special Angel

Bobby Helms, The Anita Kerr Singers

About My Special Angel

"My Special Angel" is a popular song by Jimmy Duncan, published in 1957. The song became a crossover hit in 1957 for Bobby Helms. "My Special Angel," which Bobby Helms recorded in July 1957, peaked at number seven on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and spent four weeks at number one on the US Country music chart. The single made the R&B chart as well, peaking at number eight. Backing vocals were sung by the Anita Kerr Singers. In the United Kingdom, a version recorded by Malcolm Vaughan spent 14 weeks on the charts, peaking at number three in 1957.  


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(Angel, angel, whoa-oh-oh-oh, whoa)
(Angel, angel, whoa-oh-oh-oh, whoa)

You are my special angel
Sent from up above
The Lord smiled down on me
And sent an angel to love (to love)

You are my special angel
Right from paradise
I know that you're an angel
Heaven is in your eyes

A smile from your lips brings the summer sunshine
The tears from your eyes bring the rain
I feel your touch, your warm embrace
And I'm in heaven again

You are my special angel
Through eternity
I'll have my special angel
Here to watch over me

(A smile from your lips brings the summer sunshine)
(The tears from your eyes bring the rain)
I feel your touch, your warm embrace
And I'm in heaven again

You are my special angel
Through eternity
I'll have my special angel
Here to watch over me (watch over me)

Here to watch over me
(Angel, angel, whoa-oh-oh-oh, oh, oh oh, oh)

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Bobby Helms

Robert Lee Helms (August 15, 1933 - June 19, 1997), better known as Bobby Helms, was an American country music singer who enjoyed his peak success in 1957 with his hit, "Jingle Bell Rock". He was mostly known for the Christmas song. His other hits include "Fraulein" and "My Special Angel". more »

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Written by: Jimmy Duncan

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12 facts about this song

Song Writer
"My Special Angel" was written by Jimmy Duncan.
Debut Year
The song was initially released in 1957 by Decca Records.
Sung by Country Singer
It was performed by the country music singer Bobby Helms, who was largely known for his pop and rockabilly sounds.
Chart Topping
"My Special Angel" was Bobby Helms' first chart-topping hit, climbing to number 1 on the Billboard Country Music Charts.
Cross-genre Success
It crossed over from the country charts to the Top 40 pop charts, where it peaked at number 7.
Duet Adaptation
In 1983, country music artists Cristy Lane and Johnny Duncan performed the song as a duet. Their version reached number 23 in the country charts.
Second Biggest Hit
Despite its success, "My Special Angel" is Bobby Helms' second most popular track. His recording of "Jingle Bell Rock" is his best-known song, due to its annual holiday play.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by multiple artists including The Vogues and was a hit for The Crests in 1960.
Featured in Movie
"My Special Angel" was featured in the soundtrack of the 1999 film October Sky, paying homage to its 1950s origins.
Hallmark of 1950s’ Pop Culture
With its simple melody and heartfelt lyrics, "My Special Angel" can be seen as a hallmark of the pop culture of the 1950s.
First Solo Single
After being part of a group, The Drifters, "My Special Angel" marked Bobby Helms' first solo success.
Sales and Accolades
It sold over one million copies and was awarded a gold disc by the RIAA.

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