My Prayer
The Platters
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When the twilight is gone and no songbirds are singing When the twilight is gone you come into my heart And here in my heart you will stay while I pray My prayer is to linger with you At the end of the day in a dream that's divine My prayer is a rapture in blue With the world far away and your lips close to mine Tonight while our hearts are aglow Oh tell me the words that I'm longing to know My prayer and the answer you give May they still be the same for as long as we live That you'll always be there at the end of my prayer
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Written by: Carlos Gomez Barrera, Georges Boulanger, James Kennedy
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
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10 facts about this song
Original ReleaseThe song "My Prayer" was originally recorded by The Ink Spots in July 1939. This American pop vocal group was one of the most successful ones in the early 20th century.
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Popular Cover"The Platters" popularly covered "My Prayer" in 1956. This version of the song topped the Billboard charts and became synonymous with the group's signature sound.
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Chart PerformanceThe Platters' version of "My Prayer" reached #1 on the Billboard Top 100 chart in 1956, indicating its popularity and widespread appeal.
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Musical Composition“My Prayer” was originally a 1926 instrumental composition by Georges Boulanger with lyrics added later in 1939 by Jimmy Kennedy.
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Other VersionsApart from The Ink Spots and The Platters, numerous artists have also performed covers of "My Prayer," including Percy Sledge and Dion & The Belmonts.
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Film AppearanceThe Platters' rendition of "My Prayer" made an appearance in the 2008 film "Cadillac Records," thus reinforcing its timeless appeal.
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Repeated SuccessThe Platters' version was not just a hit in the U.S. but also in the UK, peaking at #4 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Unique Musical StyleBoth versions of "My Prayer" are reflective of the unique styles of the respective groups. The Ink Spots were known for their "top & bottom" format that featured a high tenor lead with a talking bass. On the other hand, The Platters were recognized for their vocal harmonies and lead vocalist Tony Williams' powerful voice.
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Genre and EraThe song clearly reflects the genre and era it came from. The Ink Spots were a key influence in the development of the Doo-wop genre, while The Platters are one of the most successful vocal groups of the early rock and roll era.
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LegacyThe success, popularity, and enduring relevance of "My Prayer" through different versions and recognitions in pop culture establish it as a classic in popular American music history.
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