It's Almost Tomorrow

Jo Stafford

About It's Almost Tomorrow

"It's Almost Tomorrow" is a 1955 popular song with music by Gene Adkinson and lyrics by Wade Buff. The song was actually written in 1953, when Adkinson and Buff were in high school. Hit versions were released in 1955 by The Dream Weavers, Jo Stafford, David Carroll, and Snooky Lanson. The song reached No. 6 on the Cash Box Top 50, in a tandem ranking of The Dream Weavers, Jo Stafford, David Carroll, Snooky Lanson, and Lawrence Welk's versions, with The Dream Weavers and Jo Stafford's versions marked as bestsellers, while reaching No. 4 on Cash Box's chart of "The Nation's Top Ten Juke Box Tunes", in the same tandem ranking. The song also reached No. 4 on Billboard's Honor Roll of Hits, with The Dream Weavers and Jo Stafford's versions listed as best sellers. The song was ranked No. 36 on Billboard's ranking of "1956's Top Tunes", based on the Honor Roll of Hits. 


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My dearest, my darling, tomorrow is near 
The sun will bring showers of sadness I fear 
You lips won't be smiling, your eyes will not shine 
For I know tomorrow that your love won't be mine 

It's almost tomorrow, but what can I do 
Your kisses all tell me that your love is untrue 
I'll love you forever till stars cease to shine 
And hope someday darling, that you'll always be mine 

You heart was so warm dear, It now has turned cold 
You no longer love me, for your memories grow old 
It's almost tomorrow, for here comes the sun 
But still I am hoping that tomorrow won't come 

It's almost tomorrow, but what can I do 
Your kisses all tell me that your love is untrue 
I'll love you forever, till stars cease to shine 
And hope someday darling, that you'll always be mine.

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Jo Stafford

Jo Elizabeth Stafford (November 12, 1917 – July 16, 2008) was an American singer of traditional pop music and occasional actress, whose career spanned four decades from the late 1930s to the early 1960s. She was admired by both critics and the listening public for the purity of her voice and was considered one of the most versatile vocalists of the era. Her 1952 song "You Belong to Me" topped the charts in the United States and United Kingdom, and made her the first woman to have a No 1 on the UK Singles Chart. She is also the winner of a 1961 Grammy Award for an album of comedic interpretations of popular songs produced with her husband, Paul Weston. more »

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Written by: GENE ADKINSON, WADE BUFF

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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8 facts about this song

Song Origin
"It's Almost Tomorrow" was originally recorded by the musical duo, The Dream Weavers, in 1955. It was written by band member Wade Buff and the band's manager, Gene Adkinson.
Chart Performance
The song received critical acclaim and reached number 1 on the UK Singles Chart in 1956. In the United States, it reached number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Jo Stafford's Version
Renowned American traditional pop music singer Jo Stafford also recorded a version of "It's Almost Tomorrow". Stafford's version was extremely well received and showcased her unique, smooth vocal style.
Song Theme
The song presents a lyrical story about longing and anticipation, as the writer is eagerly waiting for tomorrow to come to be reunited with a loved one.
Legacy and Influence
The timeless quality and popularity of "It's Almost Tomorrow" have led it to be covered by many artists over years in varied genres including pop, rock, and country. Some notable artists include David Houston and Mark Wynter.
Use in Media
The song has appeared in several films and television series soundtracks due to its emotional lyrics and nostalgic tune.
Unique Successful Collaboration
The release of "It's Almost Tomorrow" marked a significant collaboration between The Dream Weavers and Jo Stafford as both the original song by The Dream Weavers and the cover by Jo Stafford enjoyed considerable success.
Evocative Lyrics
Critics have praised the song's lyrics for its evocative portrayal of longing and waiting, often related to the theme of separations and reunions during the war era.

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