Half a Photograph

Kay Starr

About Half a Photograph

"Half a Photograph" is a popular song. The music was written by Harold Stanley, the lyrics by Bob Russell. The song was published in 1952 (or 1953; sources differ). The biggest hit version was recorded by Kay Starr. This recording was released by Capitol Records as catalog number 2464. It first reached the Billboard magazine Best Seller chart on June 6, 1953 and lasted 12 weeks on the chart, peaking at #10. This was one side of a two-sided hit; the flip side was "Allez-Vous-En," which also charted that year.  


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I saw half of a photograph
And it took my breath away;
On that face on that photograph
Was my love of yesterday.

It was only half a picture,
There was still another part,
But somebody tore that picture
Like the way he tore my heart!

Somewhere I'm on the other half;
If you find it you will see
That this half of that photograph
Has a smile that he meant for me!

It was only half a picture,
There was still another part,
But somebody, somebody tore that picture
Like the way he tore my heart!

Somewhere I'm on the other half;
If you find it you will see
That this half of that photograph
Has a smile that he meant for me

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Kay Starr

Kay Starr (born July 21, 1922) is an American pop and jazz singer who enjoyed considerable success in the 1940s and 1950s. She is best remembered for introducing two songs that became #1 hits in the 1950s, "Wheel of Fortune" and "The Rock And Roll Waltz". more »

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Written by: BOB RUSSELL, HAL STANLEY

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12 facts about this song

Release Date
"Half a Photograph" was released in the year 1955.
Peak Chart Position
The song reached number 15 on the Billboard Top 100 chart in the U.S.
Artist Background
"Half A Photograph" was performed by Kay Starr, an American pop and jazz singer who was popular in the 1940s and 1950s. She was best known for her strong, dynamic voice.
Song's Duration
The song's duration is 2 minutes and 39 seconds.
Song's Genre
"Half A Photograph" falls under the Pop and Traditional Pop genre.
Record Label
The song was produced and distributed by the iconic record label Capitol Records.
Song's Writers
"Half a Photograph" was penned by Hal Stanley and Irving Taylor.
Notable Industry Recognition
Even though "Half a Photograph" didn't win any awards, Kay Starr received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for her immense contribution to the music industry.
Legacy of the Song
Despite not being Kay Starr's biggest hit, "Half a Photograph" continues to be enjoyed by fans of classic pop and jazz music.
Album Inclusion
"Half a Photograph" was included in the album "The Fabulous Favourites!" which was released in 1958.
Vinyl Release
Like many songs of its era, "Half a Photograph" was initially released on vinyl, which is now a highly sought-after collectors’ item.
Influence
Kay Starr's music, including "Half a Photograph," has been credited with influencing many later musicians, particularly those in the jazz and swing genres.

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