Let It Be Me
The Everly Brothers
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I bless the day I found you I want to stay around you And so I beg you, let it be me Don't take this heaven from one If you must cling to someone Now and forever, let it be me Each time we meet, love I find complete love Without your sweet love what would life be? So never leave me lonely Tell me you love me only And that you'll always let it be me Each time we meet, love I find complete love Without your sweet love what would life be? So never leave me lonely Tell me you love me only And that you'll always let it be me
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Written by: Gilbert Becaud, Pierre Delanoe, Manny Curtis
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Let It Be Me" is originally a French song titled "Je t'appartiens," which means "I Belong to You." It was first performed by Gilbert Bécaud in 1955.
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Songwriters"Je t'appartiens" was written by Pierre Delanoë and Gilbert Bécaud. Manny Curtis and Pierre Delanoë provided the English lyrics for "Let It Be Me."
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The Everly Brothers VersionThe Everly Brothers made the first English version of "Let It Be Me" in 1959. Their version was a big hit, reaching #7 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and #13 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Jerry Butler and Betty Everett's VersionJerry Butler and Betty Everett released their rendition of the song in 1964, which peaked at #5 on the US Billboard Hot R&B Sides chart and #17 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Song InfluenceThe song is one of the most recorded pop standards, covered by numerous artists including Elvis Presley, Willie Nelson, and Bob Dylan. Its timeless and universal theme of love and devotion continues to resonate with people worldwide.
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Song Translations"Let It Be Me" has been translated into many languages due to its international popularity. This include versions in Spanish ("Yo te necesito"), Italian ("Io ti daro di più"), and German ("Ich bin bei dir").
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Musical Composition"Let It Be Me" is remembered for its sentimental lyrics and romantic melody, typically performed in a soft and slow tempo with instrumentation from strings, guitars, and piano.
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RecognitionIn recognition of its cultural significance, "Let It Be Me" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2004.
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Betty Everett and Jerry Butler's AlbumButler and Everett's version of "Let It Be Me" was included in their 1964 album "Delicious Together." This marked one of their most successful collaborations.
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Everly Brothers' Style InfluenceThe Everly Brothers' harmonious singing style noted in this song was a massive influence on later pop groups such as The Beatles, The Beach Boys, and Simon & Garfunkel.
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