How Many Tears

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"How Many Tears" is a song written by Gerry Goffin and Carole King. The song was produced by Snuff Garrett, and performed by Bobby Vee featuring The Johnny Mann Singers. The song reached #10 in the UK, #43 in Canada, and #63 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1961. It was featured on his 1962 album, Bobby Vee's Golden Greats. The single's B-side, "Baby Face", reached #3 in Australia, #97 in Canada and #119 on the Billboard chart.


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Bobby Vee

Robert Thomas Velline (born April 30, 1943), known as Bobby Vee, is an American pop music singer. According to Billboard magazine, Vee has had 38 Hot 100 chart hits, 10 of which hit the Top 20. more »

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Singer Classification
"How Many Tears" is a song by American rock and roll and pop singer, Bobby Vee.
Song Release
The song was originally released in 1961.
Album Features
"How Many Tears" was featured on Bobby Vee’s second studio album, "Bobby Vee".
Music Style
The song is classified under the music genres of rock and roll and pop.
Songwriting Credits
Legendary songwriters Gerry Goffin and Carole King are credited for writing "How Many Tears".
Production Team
The legendary music producer, Snuff Garrett, who was an integral part of Vee's success, was responsible for the production of this song.
Chart Performance
The song was one of Vee's successful numbers and became his third top ten hit, reached number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Song Theme
"How Many Tears" is a heartbreak song that resonates with many of Bobby Vee’s fans, dealing with themes of love, loss, and longing.
Legacy
Bobby Vee's rendition of "How Many Tears" has been covered by other artists and continues to reach new audiences, despite the passing of Vee in 2016.
Famous Collaborations
Bobby Vee often collaborated with other artists and bands, including The Crickets, which was Buddy Holly's former band. Bobby Vee's career kickstarted when he filled in for Buddy Holly after his tragic death in a plane crash. However, Vee wasn't backed by The Crickets on this particular song.

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