Wishin' And Hopin'
Dusty Springfield
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Wishin' and hopin' and thinkin' and prayin' Plannin' and dreamin' each night of his charms That won't get you into his arms So if you're lookin' to find love you can share All you gotta do is hold him and kiss him and love him And show him that you care Show him that you care just for him Do the things he likes to do Wear your hair just for him, 'cause You won't get him Thinkin' and a-prayin', wishin' and a-hopin' 'Cause wishin' and hopin' and thinkin' and prayin' Plannin' and dreamin' his kisses will start That won't get you into his heart So if you're thinkin' of how great true love is All you gotta do is hold him and kiss him and squeeze him and love him Yeah, just do it And after you do, you will be his You gotta show him that you care just for him Do the things he likes to do Wear your hair just for him, 'cause You won't get him Thinkin' and a-prayin', wishin' and a-hopin' 'Cause wishin' and hopin' and thinkin' and prayin' Plannin' and dreamin' his kisses will start That won't get you into his heart So if you're thinkin' of how great true love is All you gotta do is hold him and kiss him and squeeze him and love him Yeah, just do it And after you do, you will be his You will be his You will be his
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Written by: HAL DAVID, BURT BACHARACH
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11 facts about this song
ArtistThough "Wishin' and Hopin'" is popularly associated with the English singer Dusty Springfield, the song was actually written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David.
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ComposerHal David and Burt Bacharach, the songwriters, were one of pop’s most successful and distinctive teams, responsible for a number of hits in the 1960s.
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Initial ReleaseThe song was initially recorded and released by Dionne Warwick in 1963. That version peaked at #6 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 Pop singles chart.
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Chart SuccessDusty Springfield’s version was not released as a single in the US, but it rose to popularity after being included on the "A Girl Called Dusty" album in the UK in 1964.
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Film Appearance"Wishin' and Hopin'" got a resurgence in popularity when it was featured in the 1997 film, "My Best Friend’s Wedding", leading to the release of a soundtrack album that included the song.
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TV CommercialIn 2005, the song was utilized in a Christmas themed advertisement for Boots the Chemist in the UK.
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Cover VersionsDue to the popularity and timeless appeal of the song, it has been covered by a host of other artists in different eras, including artists like Ani DiFranco and Merseybeats.
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GenreThe song is firmly rooted in the pop genre but also bears traces of the blue-eyed soul and rhythm and blues influences that characterized many of Dusty Springfield's recordings.
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RecognitionThis song remains one of Dusty Springfield's signature songs, despite her vast and varied discography.
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ThemeThe song was acknowledged for its themes of female empowerment. Its lyrics given advice to women on how to secure a man's love, while being a catchy tune, is a reflection of societal norms and expectations during the time it was written.
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Live PerformancesAlthough Dusty Springfield did not release "Wishin' and Hopin'" as a single, she often included the song in her live performances and television appearances.
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