Introduction:
While the smooth, baritone vocals of Engelbert Humperdinck became synonymous with the song in the 1970s, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You actually has a rich history predating his iconic cover. Released in 1965, the original version of the song belonged to the genre of blue-eyed soul and was performed by the legendary group, Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. Bob Gaudio and Bob Crewe, the songwriting duo behind numerous Four Seasons hits, penned Can’t Take My Eyes Off You. Produced by Crewe, the song showcased Frankie Valli’s signature falsetto vocals and became a moderate hit, reaching number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
However, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You wasn’t destined for one-time success. The song’s catchy melody and heartfelt lyrics about undeniable attraction held enduring power. Several artists covered the song throughout the late 1960s, but it wasn’t until 1976 that Can’t Take My Eyes Off You achieved global superstardom.
Enter Engelbert Humperdinck, a British singer who had already carved a niche for himself in the romantic ballad scene. For his album release, A Man Without Love, Humperdinck’s producer, Peter Sullivan, suggested Can’t Take My Eyes Off You as a potential track. The rest, as they say, is history. Humperdinck’s rendition, with its lush orchestration and his powerful vocals, resonated with audiences worldwide. The song became his signature tune, propelling the album to multi-platinum status. Can’t Take My Eyes Off You topped the charts in the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia, and reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100.
The impact of Can’t Take My Eyes Off You transcended the music charts. The song became a pop culture phenomenon, featured in countless films and television shows, from Saturday Night Fever (1977) to The Simpsons (1989). Its enduring popularity is a testament to the song’s ability to capture the universal feeling of being captivated by someone. Can’t Take My Eyes Off You continues to be a popular choice for weddings, karaoke nights, and romantic playlists, solidifying its place as a timeless classic.
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Lyrics:
You’re just too good to be trueCan’t take my eyes off of youYou’d be like heaven to touchI wanna hold you so muchAt long last love has arrivedAnd I thank God I’m aliveYou’re just too good to be trueCan’t take my eyes off of you
Pardon the way that I stareThere’s nothing else to compareThe sight of you leaves me weakThere are no words left to speakBut if you feel like I feelPlease let me know that it’s realYou’re just too good to be trueCan’t take my eyes off of you
I love you baby and if it’s quite all rightI need you baby to warm the lonely nightsI love you baby, trust in me when I sayOh pretty baby, don’t bring me down I prayOh pretty baby, now that I’ve found you stayAnd let me love you baby, let me love you
You’re just too good to be trueCan’t take my eyes off of youYou’d be like heaven to touchI wanna hold you so muchAt long last love has arrivedAnd I thank God I’m aliveYou’re just too good to be trueCan’t take my eyes off of you
I love you baby and if it’s quite all rightI need you baby to warm the lonely nightsI love you baby, trust in me when I sayOh pretty baby, and if it’s quite all rightI need you baby to warm the lonely nightsI love you baby, trust in me when I sayOh pretty baby, ya, if it’s quite all rightI need you baby to warm the lonely nights