Dedicated to the One I Love

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About Dedicated to the One I Love

"Dedicated to the One I Love" is a song written by Lowman Pauling and Ralph Bass which was a hit for the "5" Royales, the Shirelles and the Mamas & the Papas. Pauling was the guitarist of the "5" Royales, the group that recorded the original version of the song, produced by Bass, in 1957. Their version was re-released in 1961 and charted at number 81 on the Billboard Hot 100.


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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
(love can never be exactly like we want it to be)

I could be satisfied knowing you love me
(and there's one thing I want you to do
Especially for me)
And it's something that everybody needs

While I'm far away from you my baby
Whisper a little prayer for me my baby
Because it's hard for me my baby
And the darkest hour is just before dawn

If there's one thing I want you to do especially for me
Then it's something that everybody needs

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The Mamas & the Papas

The Mamas & the Papas (credited as The Mama's and the Papa's on the debut album cover and sometimes shortened to Mamas & Papas) were an American/Canadian vocal group (Denny Doherty was from Canada) who came to prominence in the 1960s. The group recorded and performed from 1965 to 1968 with a short reunion in 1971, releasing six albums and 11 Top 40 hit singles. They have sold nearly 40 million records worldwide. more »

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Written by: John Edmund Andrew Phillips

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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."
Original Release
The '5' Royales initially released the song in 1957, but it did not gather much attention or traction.
Cover Version
The 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.
Resurgence
The 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.
The Mamas & the Papas Version
The 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.
Chart Performance
The 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.
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.
The Influence
Despite 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.
Notable Cover
Besides 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."
In Popular Culture
The 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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