Mecca
Gene Pitney
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I live on the west side, she lives on the east side of the street And though they say that east is east and west is west And never the twain shall meet [ Chorus: ] Each morning I face her window and pray that our love can be Because that brownstone house where my baby lives Is Mecca(x7) to me Oh she's my dream goddess and her ruby lips are so divine And though her folks say we're too young to know of love I worship at her shrine [ Chorus x2 ] Each morning I face her window and pray that our love can be Because that brownstone house where my baby lives Is Mecca(x7) to me
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13 facts about this song
Release Details"Mecca" was released as a 7" vinyl format single in January 1963 by Musicor Records, a label known for its pop, soul, and rock music releases.
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SongwritersThis catchy tune was penned by the prolific American songwriting duo, Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 12 on Billboard's Hot 100, making it one of Gene Pitney's major hits of the '60s.
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Cover Versions"Mecca" was covered by various artists, including Johnny Mathis and Connie Francis, among others.
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Musical StyleThe song, representative of the 1960s pop genre, is known for its distinctive Eastern-influenced sound.
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Backing vocalsIn this song, Gene Pitney pitched in with his own backing vocals, showcasing his multi-octave range.
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Pitney's Career"Mecca" was part of Pitney’s consistent string of top-twenty hits on the Billboard chart between 1963 and 1965, solidifying his standing as a popular music icon of that era.
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InterpretationThe song compares the narrator's beloved's home to the Islamic holy city of Mecca, as a way to underline his deep devotion towards her.
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Playing InstrumentsBesides singing, Gene Pitney also played several instruments in "Mecca," which included keyboards and the guitar.
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Record ProductionThe song was produced by Aaron Schroeder, Wally Gold, and Gene Pitney himself, indicating the strong artistic control Pitney usually had over his music.
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ReceptionWhile the lyrics have sometimes been seen as controversial due to the comparison of love and religious devotion, Pitney's vocal performance and Eastern-inspired musical elements have been widely praised.
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SalesAlthough the exact sales for "Mecca" are not publicly available, the song's high chart position indicates its commercial success.
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Mecca" TodayDecades after its release, the song is still popular in oldies radio formats and is remembered as a classic Gene Pitney hit.
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