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Elvis Presley’s “Solitaire” was also recorded by Andy Williams and other artists. A writer of the song listened to all 90 recordings of the song and picked a favorite. Elvis’ version appeared on the album From Elvis Presley Boulevard, Memphis, Tennessee.
Elvis Presley‘s “Solitaire” was originally by Neil Sedaka. The co-writer of the song wasn’t a fan of Elvis’ version. On the other hand, he loved a cover of the song by The Carpenters.
A songwriter disliked that Elvis Presley’s ‘Solitaire’ was from the singer’s ‘fat’ period
Phillip Cody is a songwriter who worked with Neil Sedaka on multiple occasions. He co-wrote Sedaka songs such as “Bad Blood,” “The Immigrant,” and “Solitaire.” The latter song became a standard. The artists who recorded “Solitaire” included The Carpenters, Andy Williams, Sheryl Crowe, and Elvis Presley.
During a 2011 interview with Songfacts, Cody discussed his feelings about Elvis’ “Solitaire.
Elvis Presley’s “Solitaire” was also recorded by Andy Williams and other artists. A writer of the song listened to all 90 recordings of the song and picked a favorite. Elvis’ version appeared on the album From Elvis Presley Boulevard, Memphis, Tennessee.
Elvis Presley‘s “Solitaire” was originally by Neil Sedaka. The co-writer of the song wasn’t a fan of Elvis’ version. On the other hand, he loved a cover of the song by The Carpenters.
A songwriter disliked that Elvis Presley’s ‘Solitaire’ was from the singer’s ‘fat’ period
Phillip Cody is a songwriter who worked with Neil Sedaka on multiple occasions. He co-wrote Sedaka songs such as “Bad Blood,” “The Immigrant,” and “Solitaire.” The latter song became a standard. The artists who recorded “Solitaire” included The Carpenters, Andy Williams, Sheryl Crowe, and Elvis Presley.
During a 2011 interview with Songfacts, Cody discussed his feelings about Elvis’ “Solitaire.
- 7/12/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
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John Lennon’s “Imagine” and George Harrison’s “My Sweet Lord” are two famous soft-rock songs. They have different attitudes toward religion. “My Sweet Lord” is better and became a much bigger hit. John Lennon | George Stroud / Stringer
John Lennon‘s “Imagine” and George Harrison’s “My Sweet Lord” are two of the most famous songs by former Beatles. The tunes have some minor similarities. Despite this, they are almost opposites.
John Lennon’s ‘Imagine’ and George Harrison’s ‘My Sweet Lord’ both talk about religion
“Imagine” might be John’s most famous solo song and “My Sweet Lord” might be George’s most famous solo song. Both tracks are part of the 1970s soft-rock trend that gave us artists like The Carpenters and Barry Manilow. However, “Imagine” and “My Sweet Lord” and distinguish themselves from their peers by discussing big issues.
However, the two songs promote wildly different philosophies.
John Lennon’s “Imagine” and George Harrison’s “My Sweet Lord” are two famous soft-rock songs. They have different attitudes toward religion. “My Sweet Lord” is better and became a much bigger hit. John Lennon | George Stroud / Stringer
John Lennon‘s “Imagine” and George Harrison’s “My Sweet Lord” are two of the most famous songs by former Beatles. The tunes have some minor similarities. Despite this, they are almost opposites.
John Lennon’s ‘Imagine’ and George Harrison’s ‘My Sweet Lord’ both talk about religion
“Imagine” might be John’s most famous solo song and “My Sweet Lord” might be George’s most famous solo song. Both tracks are part of the 1970s soft-rock trend that gave us artists like The Carpenters and Barry Manilow. However, “Imagine” and “My Sweet Lord” and distinguish themselves from their peers by discussing big issues.
However, the two songs promote wildly different philosophies.
- 4/26/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
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