Alone (Why Must I Be Alone)
The Shepherd Sisters
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Alone, why must I be alone I've spent so many hours with you How can I be alone Alone, why must I dream alone Our dreams where made for us to share How can I dream alone There's such a thing as forgiving So why can't you forgive There's such a thing as forgetting Can't you forgive and forget Apart, why must we be apart Let's put our hearts together And never be alone There's such a thing as forgiving So why can't you forgive There's such a thing as forgetting Can't you forgive and forget Apart, why must we be apart Let's put our hearts together And never be alone
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Written by: MORTON CRAFT, SELMA CRAFT
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Original ArtistsThe song "Alone (Why Must I Be Alone)" was originally performed by The Shepherd Sisters. This group consisted of four real sisters from New Jersey, and their version was a top-ten hit in the US in 1957.
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Cover VersionsThe song was later covered by Petula Clark and The Four Seasons. Both artists brought their own unique spin to the song and helped to popularize it further.
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Petula Clark's VersionPetula Clark, a British singer, actress, and composer, recorded her version of "Alone (Why Must I Be Alone)" in the early 1960s. Clark was one of the best-selling British female artists of her time and is known for her hit "Downtown."
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The Four Seasons' VersionAmerican rock and pop band The Four Seasons also covered the song. The group, featuring frontman Frankie Valli, were one of the biggest musical acts of the 1960s.
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Song's PopularityDespite being covered by different artists from different parts of the world, "Alone (Why Must I Be Alone)" achieved global popularity and became a staple in both rock and pop music genres.
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SongwritersThe song was written by Morty Craft and Selma Craft.
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High Chart PerformanceThe original version by the Shepherd Sisters peaked at number 18 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Petula Clark's SuccessPetula Clark had several hits during the 1960s, such as "I Know a Place", "My Love", and "Color My World", making her version of "Alone (Why Must I Be Alone)" part of a prolific period in her career.
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The Four Season's Hall of FameThe Four Seasons, known for hits like "Sherry" and "Big Girls Don't Cry", were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990, cementing their place in music history.
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Iconic SongEven today, "Alone (Why Must I Be Alone)" is recognized as an iconic song of its era and continues to be performed in concerts and covered by contemporary artists.
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