About the song
Shelley Fabares’ “Johnny Angel” is a timeless teen idol classic that has captivated audiences for decades. Released in 1962, the song became a number-one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, solidifying Fabares’ status as one of the most popular singers of her generation.
The song’s intro immediately sets the stage with a catchy guitar riff and a driving rhythm. Fabares’ youthful vocals then come in, delivering the lyrics with a sense of longing and admiration. The lyrics express the feelings of a young woman who is infatuated with a boy named Johnny Angel.
One of the song’s most memorable aspects is its infectious chorus, which features the line, “Johnny Angel, my Johnny Angel.” The chorus’s repetitive refrain further reinforces the song’s central theme of love and infatuation.
The song’s production is simple yet effective, with Fabares’ vocals taking center stage. The arrangement allows her voice to shine, while the instrumental accompaniment provides a solid foundation for the song.
“Johnny Angel” is a testament to the enduring power of pop music. Its timeless melody, catchy lyrics, and Fabares’ youthful energy have made it a beloved classic that continues to resonate with audiences of all ages. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to Fabares’ talent and her ability to create music that transcends time and genre.
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Lyrics
(Johnny Angel, Johnny Angel, Johnny Angel, Johnny Angel)
You’re an angel to meJohnny Angel, how I love him
He’s got something that I can’t resist
But he doesn’t even know that I-I-I existJohnny Angel, how I want him
How I tingle when he passes by
Every time he says “Hello” my heart begins to fly(I’m in heaven) 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, I’d rather concentrateOn Johnny Angel (Johnny Angel)
‘Cause I love him (’cause I love him)
And I pray that someday he’ll love me
And together we will see how lovely heaven will be(I’m in heaven) 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, I’d rather concentrateOn Johnny Angel (Johnny Angel)
‘Cause I love him (’cause I love him)
And I pray that someday he’ll love me
And together we will see how lovely heaven will be(Johnny Angel, Johnny Angel)
Johnny Angel (Johnny Angel) you’re an angel to me(Johnny Angel, Johnny Angel)
Johnny Angel (Johnny Angel) you’re an angel to me