About the song
Shelley Fabares’ timeless classic “Johnny Angel” is a nostalgic journey back to the golden era of music, capturing the hearts of listeners with its enchanting melody and heartfelt lyrics. Released in 1962, this iconic track quickly soared to the top of the charts, solidifying Fabares’ status as a prominent figure in the music industry.
Written by the prolific songwriting duo Lyn Duddy and Lee Pockriss, “Johnny Angel” showcases Fabares’ angelic vocals as she croons about a dreamy romantic fantasy. The song’s dreamy atmosphere and innocent lyrics struck a chord with audiences, propelling it to the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
“Johnny Angel” was featured on Fabares’ debut album of the same name, which served as a platform for her burgeoning music career. The album showcased her versatility as an artist, blending elements of pop, rock, and soulful ballads. With its widespread popularity, “Johnny Angel” earned Fabares a Grammy nomination and cemented her reputation as one of the leading voices of her generation.
Over the years, “Johnny Angel” has retained its status as a beloved classic, enduring through generations as a timeless masterpiece. Its influence can still be felt in contemporary music, serving as a testament to Fabares’ enduring legacy in the world of entertainment. Whether you’re reminiscing about the past or discovering it for the first time, “Johnny Angel” continues to captivate audiences with its irresistible charm and timeless appeal.
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Lyrics
Johnny Angel
You’re an angel to me (Sha dum da dum, sha dum da dum)
Johnny Angel (Sha dum da dum)
How I love him (Sha dum da dum)
He’s got something that I can’t resist (Ah, da dum, da dum dum)
But he doesn’t even know (Ah, da dum, da dum dum)
That I exist (Sha dum da dum dum, sha dum da dum)
Johnny Angel (Sha dum da dum)
How I want him (Sha dum da dum)
How I tingle when he passes by (Ah, da dum, da dum dum)
Everytime he says hello (Ah, da dum, da dum dum)
My heart begins to fly (Sha dum da dum)
I get carried away
I dream of him and me
And how it’s gonna be
(Other fellas)
Call me up for a date
But I just sit and wait (Da dum)
I’d rather concentrate
On Johnny Angel (Johnny Angel)
‘Cause I love him (‘Cause I love him)
And I pray that someday he’ll love me (Ah, da dum, da dum dum)
And together we will see (Ah, da dum, da dum dum)
How lovely Heaven will be (Sha dum da dum)
I get carried away
I dream of him and me
And how it’s gonna be
(Other fellas)
Call me up for a date
But I just sit and wait (Ooh ooh ooh ooh)
I’d rather concentrate (Ooh ooh ooh ooh)
On Johnny Angel (Johnny Angel)
‘Cause I love him (‘Cause I love him)
And I pray that someday he’ll love me (Ah, da dum, da dum dum)
And together we will see (Ah, da dum, da dum dum)
How lovely Heaven will be (Johnny Angel)
Johnny Angel (Johnny Angel)
You’re an angel to me (Ooh)
Johnny Angel (Johnny Angel)
You’re an angel to me (Ooh)
Johnny Angel