Put a Little Love in Your Heart
Chart Toppers, Jackie DeShannon
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Think of your fellow man, lend him a helping hand Put a little love in your heart You see, it's getting late, oh, please don't hesitate Put a little love in your heart And the world will be a better place And the world will be a better place for you and me You just wait and see Another day goes by, and still the children cry Put a little love in your heart If you want the world to know, we won't let hatred grow Put a little love in your heart And the world will be a better place And the world will be a better place for you and me You just wait and see. Wait and see Take a good look around and if you're lookin' down Put a little love in your heart I hope when you decide kindness will be your guide Put a little love in your heart And the world will be a better place And the world will be a better place for you and me You just wait and see Put a little love in your heart Put a little love in your heart
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Written by: Jackie DeShannon, Jimmy Holiday, Randy Myers
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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12 facts about this song
Release Details"Put a Little Love in Your Heart" was released in November 1968 as an advance single from Jackie DeShannon's album "Laurel Canyon".
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a big hit, peaking at No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the USA and No. 2 on Canada's RPM Top Singles chart.
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Writer CreditsThe lyrics of "Put a Little Love in Your Heart" were written by Jackie DeShannon herself, along with her brother Randy Myers and Jimmy Holiday.
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Song ThemeThe song's lyrics are a call for compassion and love, urging listeners to think of their fellow human beings and strive to make the world a better place.
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Popular Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by many notable artists, including Dolly Parton, David Ruffin, and Annie Lennox and Al Green, whose version was used in the 1988 film "Scrooged".
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Impact on Popular CultureThe song continues to be used in various films and TV shows, proving its timeless appeal and positive message.
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RecognitionIn 1999, "Put a Little Love in Your Heart" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
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Live PerformancesJackie DeShannon included the song in her live performances, and it has often been performed in charity concerts due to its inspiring message.
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Alternative VersionsApart from English, it has also been recorded in multiple languages including German, French, and Italian.
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Commercial UseThe song was used in a commercial for Subaru automobiles in 2008.
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Personal FavoritesJackie DeShannon has mentioned in interviews that "Put a Little Love in Your Heart" remains one of her personal favorite songs.
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Noteworthy CoverAmong the many covers, most noteworthy is the one by Annie Lennox and Al Green, which reached No. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1988.
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