Lemon Tree
Trini Lopez
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Interpretation by Chad & Jeremy"Lemon Tree" was covered by the English singing duo Chad & Jeremy in 1965.
- Their version of the song was included in their third studio album, "I Don't Want to Lose You Baby".
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Interpretation by Peter, Paul, and MaryThe American folk music trio Peter, Paul, and Mary covered "Lemon Tree" in 1962.
- Their poignant version of the song was part of their debut self-titled album.
- The album reached number one on the Billboard magazine Top LPs chart in early 1963.
- They often performed "Lemon Tree" at their concerts and it became one of their most well-known songs.
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Interpretation by The Kingston TrioThe American folk and pop music group The Kingston Trio released their version of the song in their 1961 album "Goin' Places".
- Their cover of "Lemon Tree" became popular during the American folk music revival.
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Interpretation by Trini LopezTrini Lopez, an American singer, and guitarist performed "Lemon Tree" on his debut live album "Trini Lopez at PJ's" in 1963.
- This album reached number one on Cashbox magazine's pop albums chart and number two on the Billboard 200.
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General Facts"Lemon Tree" is a folk song written by Will Holt in the late 1950s.
- It is based on a Brazilian folk song "Meu limão, Meu limoeiro".
- The song uses the lemon tree as a metaphor for love, specifically focusing on the bitterness and disappointment that can come from a failed love affair.
- It has been covered by numerous artists from various musical genres around the world.
- Each of these versions by Chad & Jeremy, Peter, Paul, and Mary, The Kingston Trio and Trini Lopez contributes to the song's enduring popularity and has brought new interpretations to its meaning and sound.
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