Long Lonely Nights

Lee Andrews & the Hearts

About Long Lonely Nights

"Long Lonely Nights" is a song that was originally released by Lee Andrews & the Hearts in 1957. Hit versions were also released by Clyde McPhatter, later in 1957, and Bobby Vinton in 1965. The song was written by Lee Andrews, though Larry Brown (as Abbott), Doug Henderson, and Mimi Uniman were given songwriter credit as well, in a practice that was common at the time.


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Long, long and lonely nights
I cry my eyes out over you
Wond'ring if I did right
And why you left me with a broken heart

Oh, long, long and lonely nights
Oh, how I miss you, my dear
Please, please, come back to me
How I wish you were here

As I go along my lonely way I visualize your face
When I pass through (yeah!) my doorway
What's left for me to face?

Oh, long, long and lonely nights
I guess you're never coming home
Long, long and lonely nights
Ever since you've been gone

As I go along my lonely way I visualize your face
When I pass through (yeah!) my doorway
What's left for me to face?

Oh, oh, oh, long, long and lonely nights
I guess you're never coming home
Long, long and lonely nights
Ever since you've been gone

Please, please, come back to me
You've been gone too long

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Lee Andrews & the Hearts

Lee Andrews & the Hearts was an American doo-wop quintet from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, formed in 1953. They recorded on the Gotham, Rainbow, Mainline, Chess, United Artists, Grand and Gowen labels. Managed by Kae Williams, in 1957 and 1958 they had their three biggest hits, "Teardrops," "Long Lonely Nights" and "Try the Impossible." more »

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Written by: BERNICE DAVIS, DOUGLAS HENDERSON, LEE ANDREWS, MIMI UNIMAN

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11 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Long Lonely Nights" is a popular song that has been performed by numerous artists throughout the years. It was originally recorded by Lee Andrews & The Hearts, a doo-wop group from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1957.
Song Composition
The song was written by Lee Andrews, though he shares the writing credits with Bernice Davis, Mimi Uniman, and Doug Henderson.
Chart Performance - Lee Andrews & The Hearts
The original version by Lee Andrews & The Hearts was actually a hit. It reached number 11 on Billboard's R&B chart and number 45 on the pop chart in 1957.
Cover Versions
"Long Lonely Nights" has been covered by many artists, such as Clyde McPhatter and Bobby Vinton. These versions also achieved significant chart success.
Chart Performance - Clyde McPhatter
In 1957, "Long Lonely Nights" was covered by the Atlantic recording artist Clyde McPhatter. This rendition reached number 1 on Billboard's R&B chart.
Chart Performance - Bobby Vinton
Bobby Vinton's rendition of the song in 1965 reached number 17 on Billboard's pop chart and peaked at number 3 on the easy listening chart.
Cover Styles
Even though the song has been covered by several different artists, each artist brings their unique style to the track. For example, Lee Andrews & The Hearts original version has a doo-wop style, while Bobby Vinton's rendition has a more pop-style arrangement.
Significance
The song 'Long Lonely Nights' set a significant benchmark in the music industry due to its popularity and numerous covers. It is often considered a classic in the doo-wop genre.
Song Theme
The song’s lyrics depict the sorrow of a lover spending long, lonely nights waiting for their loved one to return, a classic theme in many love songs of the era.
Clyde McPhatter's Career
Clyde McPhatter was one of the most influential R&B singers of his era. His song interpretations, including "Long Lonely Nights," are thought to have played a significant role in the shaping of rock and roll.
Recognition
Lee Andrews & the Hearts' recording of "Long Lonely Nights" is included in the Vocal Group Hall of Fame, showing its enduring impact on popular music.

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