To Know You (Is to Love You)
Perry Como
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To know you, is to love you, And I love you 'cause I know you Are such a sweetheart That when you walk down the street, Everyone's heart, just naturally skips a beat! The others, who have met you, Better start in to forget you Because, to know you is to love you so, It's time for everyone you know, To know you love me! Were you the sun, it would be twice as sunny, Were you a bee, there would be sweeter honey, Were you a tune everyone would be croonin' Harmonizin' out in the street! You're such a bundle of me oh my, And that's the reason when you go by, Each heart naturally skips a beat! Dear The others (Were you the spring, you would be twice as springy!) Who have met you (Were you a vine, you would be twice as clingy!) Better start in (Were you the moon, everyone would be spoonin'!) To forget you (Every night would be mighty sweet!) Because, to know you is to love you so, It's time for everyone you know, To know you love me! Because, to know you is to love you so, It's time for everyone you know, To know you everyone should know you Know yes, know you love me! Music by Robert Allen With lyrics by Allan Roberts , 1952
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Written by: ALLAN ROBERTS, ROBERT ALLEN
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10 facts about this song
Song Background"To Know You (Is to Love You)" is a song by Perry Como released in 1959.
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Artist ProfilePerry Como began his career as a big band singer in the 1930s and later became one of the top television stars in the 1950s and 1960s. With his laid-back style, he was known for his warm vocals and wholesome image.
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Song's OriginThe song is derived from the 1926 musical "Big Boy" produced by Al Jolson. It is credited to three songwriters: Sammy Cahn, Saul Chaplin, and L.E. Freeman.
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Commercial SuccessThis song was one of Como's lesser-known hits, however it still managed to charm audiences.
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Notable PerformancesBesides Perry Como, "To Know You (Is to Love You)" was also recorded by a number of other contemporary artists, including Louis Armstrong.
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Lyric AppealThe song's lyrics convey deep affection and the strong connection between knowing and loving someone.
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Musical StyleThe tune is a classic example of the sort of easy listening pop that Como was known for, displaying smooth vocals over a gently swinging rhythm.
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Awards and RecognitionThough "To Know You (Is to Love You)" did not earn any awards, Perry Como himself received numerous honors throughout his career, including a Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences.
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Song PopularityThe song remains popular among fans of traditional pop and has been covered by various artists over the years.
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LegacyWhile not one of Perry Como's biggest hits, "To Know You (Is to Love You)" contributed to his legacy as a beloved crooner and is representative of his smooth, relaxed style.
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