About the song
Frankie Valli’s “My Eyes Adored You” is a timeless pop classic that has captivated audiences for decades. Released in 1967, the song became a number-one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, solidifying Valli’s status as one of the most popular singers of his generation.
The song’s intro immediately sets the stage with a haunting melody and Valli’s distinctive falsetto vocals. The lyrics explore themes of love, loss, and longing, painting a vivid picture of a man who is unable to forget his former lover.
One of the song’s most memorable aspects is its iconic falsetto chorus, which features the line, “My eyes adored you.” The chorus’s repetitive refrain further reinforces the song’s central theme of unrequited love.
The song’s production is simple yet effective, with Valli’s vocals taking center stage. The arrangement allows his voice to shine, while the instrumental accompaniment provides a poignant backdrop for the song’s emotional content.
“My Eyes Adored You” is a testament to the enduring power of pop music. Its timeless melody, evocative lyrics, and Valli’s iconic falsetto have made it a beloved classic that continues to resonate with audiences of all ages. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to Valli’s talent and his ability to create music that transcends time and genre.
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Lyrics
My eyes adored you
Though I never laid a hand on you
My eyes adored you
Like a million miles away from me
You couldn’t see how I adored you
So close, so close and yet so far
Carried your books from school
Playin’ make believe you’re married to me
You were fifth grade, I was sixth when we came to be
Walking home every day over Bonnicut Bridge and Bay
‘Til we grew into the me and you
Who went our separate ways
My eyes adored you
Though I never laid a hand on you
My eyes adored you
Like a million miles away from me
You couldn’t see how I adored you
So close, so close and yet so far
Headed for city lights
Climbed the ladder up to fortune and fame
I worked my fingers to the bone
Made myself a name
Funny, I seem to find
That no matter how the years unwind
Still I reminisce about the girI miss
And the love I left behind
My eyes adored you
Though I never laid a hand on you
My eyes adored you
Like a million miles away from me
You couldn’t see how I adored you
So close, so close and yet so far
All my life I will remember (Though I never laid a hand on you)
How warm and tender we were way back then (My eyes adored you)
Whoa-whoa, baby (Like a million miles away from me)
(You couldn’t see how I adored you)
Oh the feeling, sad regrets (So close)
I know I won’t ever forget you, my childhood friend (So close and yet so far)
My eyes adored you
Though I never laid a hand on you
My eyes adored you
Like a million miles away from me
You couldn’t see how I adored you
So close, so close and yet so far
My eyes adored you
Though I never laid a hand on you
My eyes adored you