Dedicated To The One I Love
The Shirelles
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This is dedicated to the one I love While I'm far away from you, my baby I know it's hard for you, my baby Because it's hard for me, my baby And the darkest hour is just before dawn Each night before you go to bed, my baby Whisper a little prayer for me, my baby And tell all the stars above This is dedicated to the one I love Life can never be Exactly like we want it to be But I can be satisfied Just knowing you love me There's one thing I want you to do Especially for me And it's something that everybody needs Each night before you go to bed, my baby Whisper a little prayer for me, my baby And tell all the stars above This is dedicated to the one I love This is dedicated to the one I love This is dedicated to the one I love
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Written by: Lowman Pauling, Ralph Bass
Lyrics © CARLIN AMERICA INC, Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Composer and Origin"Dedicated to the One I Love" is a song written by Lowman Pauling and Ralph Bass. These are both members of the American R&B group "The '5' Royales."
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Original ReleaseThe '5' Royales initially released the song in 1957, but it did not gather much attention or traction.
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Cover VersionThe Shirelles picked the track up and made a cover version of it, which they first released in 1959. However, like the original, this release didn't make a significant impact.
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ResurgenceThe song was rereleased in 1961 by The Shirelles during their success streak, and this time it resonated far better with the public. It peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was ranked number 83 on Rolling Stone's 2004 list of The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.
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The Mamas & the Papas VersionThe Mamas & the Papas performed a cover version of the song in 1967, featuring Cass Elliot on lead vocals. Their version brought a more folky vibe to the original rhythm and blues track.
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Chart PerformanceThe Mamas & the Papas' version also had a great run, peaking at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and reaching the top 10 in various countries including the UK, Australia, and Canada.
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The Shirelles' Accolade"Dedicated to the One I Love" was The Shirelles' second single to earn them a Grammy Hall of Fame Award, which it received in 1998.
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The InfluenceDespite the low recognition in its initial release, "Dedicated to the One I Love" has since been covered by numerous artists due to its timeless appeal and melody.
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Notable CoverBesides The Mamas & the Papas and The Shirelles, Linda Ronstadt recorded a popular cover of the song that was included on her multi-platinum 1972 album, "Heart Like a Wheel."
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In Popular CultureThe song was featured in the 1995 film "Casino" directed by Martin Scorsese, in an essential part of the movie where it underscored a sequence of violence.
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