I Belong

Kathy Kirby

About I Belong

"I Belong" is a song that served as the United Kingdom's entry in the Eurovision Song Contest 1965. Its music was written by singer Daniel Boone (credited under his real name, Peter Lee Sterling), and its lyrics were written by Phil Peters. It was performed at Eurovision by Kathy Kirby, where it came in 2nd place, losing to Luxembourg's "Poupée de cire, poupée de son", performed by France Gall. Kirby also recorded the song as a single, and it peaked on the music charts at No. 36 in Britain and No. 5 in Singapore. The song tells of the joy of finding true love for the first time, after a string of bad relationships: But now my heart has recovered From past affairs that turned wrong All my dreams are uncovered I belong, I belong, I belongThe song was performed by Kirby at Eurovision 1965, held in Naples on 21 March 1965. The song was performed second on the night, following the Netherlands 't Is genoeg" sung by Conny Vandenbos and preceding Spain´s ¡Qué bueno, qué bueno!" sung by Conchita Bautista . By the close of voting, it had received 26 points, placing it 2nd in a field of 18. 


Year:
2002
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I belong, I belong, I belong

Since half my life
My heart's been sleeping
For all this time
My love's been keeping

And now my heart has recovered
From past affairs that turned wrong
All my dreams are uncovered
I belong, I belong, I belong

At first I thought
Just one more lover
But then I found
Why he's like no other

And now my heart has recovered
From past affairs that turned wrong
All my dreams are uncovered

I belong, I belong, I belong

Too many hours slipped away
Too many loves came my way
But they only broke my heart in two
All it needs is someone just like you

At last you came
And from now on
The two of us
Will be as one

'Cause now my heart has recovered
From past affairs that turned wrong
All my dreams are uncovered
I belong, I belong, I belong

I belong

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Kathy Kirby

Kathy Kirby (born Kathleen O'Rourke; 20 October 1938 – 19 May 2011) was an English singer who was reportedly the highest-paid female singer of her generation. She is best known for her cover version of Doris Day's "Secret Love" and for representing the United Kingdom in the 1965 Eurovision Song Contest, where she came in second place. Her physical appearance often drew comparisons with Marilyn Monroe. She peaked in popularity in the 1960s. more »

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Written by: PETER CHARLES GREEN, PHILIP PETERS

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10 facts about this song

Musical Style
"I Belong" is a pop song popularized by Kathy Kirby. The song features a strong chorus and melodious verses, typical of pop music of the 1960s.
Eurovision Connection
"I Belong" is particularly noted for being the United Kingdom's entry in the 1965 Eurovision Song Contest. It was selected to represent the country in the international competition, highlighting its appeal and success.
Chart Performance
The song performed well on the music charts and leaving a significant mark in Kathy Kirby's career. "I Belong" climbed up to No. 2 on the UK Singles Chart, becoming one of Kirby's most successful releases.
Competition Ranking
Although the song did not win at the Eurovision Song Contest, it tied for 2nd place with eight other countries. This is noteworthy considering the stiff competition in such a large-scale event.
Songwriter Credentials
Written by Peter Lee Sterling, the song adds to the list of successful tracks penned by the writer. Sterling is known for writing numerous hits, and "I Belong" is one of them.
Career Influence
"I Belong" is often considered one of Kathy Kirby's signature songs. The achievement and recognition brought by the song played a significant role in shaping her music career.
Legacy
Despite not winning the Eurovision Song Contest, it has left a long-lasting legacy. The tune continues to enjoy airplay during Eurovision-related programming, symbolizing its enduring popularity.
Record Label
The song was released under the Decca Records label, which was one of the largest and most significant record labels in the United Kingdom during the 1960s.
Cover Versions
Over the years, multiple cover versions of "I Belong" have been recorded by various artists, showcasing the timeless appeal of the song.
Release
"I Belong" was released as a single, with the B-side track being "I'll Try Not To Cry". This double-sided release further demonstrates the song’s importance in Kathy Kirby's discography.

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