My Special Angel
Bobby Helms, The Anita Kerr Singers
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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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Written by: Jimmy Duncan
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12 facts about this song
Song Writer"My Special Angel" was written by Jimmy Duncan.
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Debut YearThe song was initially released in 1957 by Decca Records.
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Sung by Country SingerIt was performed by the country music singer Bobby Helms, who was largely known for his pop and rockabilly sounds.
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Chart Topping"My Special Angel" was Bobby Helms' first chart-topping hit, climbing to number 1 on the Billboard Country Music Charts.
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Cross-genre SuccessIt crossed over from the country charts to the Top 40 pop charts, where it peaked at number 7.
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Duet AdaptationIn 1983, country music artists Cristy Lane and Johnny Duncan performed the song as a duet. Their version reached number 23 in the country charts.
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Second Biggest HitDespite 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.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by multiple artists including The Vogues and was a hit for The Crests in 1960.
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Featured in Movie"My Special Angel" was featured in the soundtrack of the 1999 film October Sky, paying homage to its 1950s origins.
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Hallmark of 1950s’ Pop CultureWith its simple melody and heartfelt lyrics, "My Special Angel" can be seen as a hallmark of the pop culture of the 1950s.
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First Solo SingleAfter being part of a group, The Drifters, "My Special Angel" marked Bobby Helms' first solo success.
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Sales and AccoladesIt sold over one million copies and was awarded a gold disc by the RIAA.
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