About the song
Dean Martin’s 1964 album “Everybody Loves Somebody” stands as a testament to the singer’s enduring charm and the power of a single hit. Released on Reprise Records, the album was a rapid compilation of B-sides and previously released tracks, strategically timed to capitalize on the immense success of its titular single. Recorded between February 1962 and April 1964, these songs were hastily brought together to meet the demand spurred by the album’s eponymous track, which had soared to the top of the charts.
Despite its hurried assembly, “Everybody Loves Somebody” remarkably reached number two on the albums chart and achieved Gold certification, highlighting Dean Martin’s popularity and the public’s affinity for his music. Interestingly, the album was released alongside another studio effort, “Dream with Dean,” which featured an alternate version of the hit single. However, it was the compilation of B-sides that outsold the new studio album, a testament to the commercial potency of Martin’s ballads and his charismatic vocal style.
The track listing of “Everybody Loves Somebody” includes a mix of previously recorded hits and newly compiled tracks, showcasing the diversity of Martin’s repertoire at the time. Songs like “Shutters and Boards,” “My Heart Cries for You,” and “Corrine Corrina” not only complemented the album’s centerpiece but also underscored Martin’s versatility in blending country, pop, and jazz influences into his music.
Critically, the album was recognized for its ability to capture the essence of Dean Martin’s appeal beyond the singles charts. Its success underscored Martin’s ability to resonate with audiences across different genres and demographics, solidifying his reputation as a crooner with enduring appeal.
In retrospect, “Everybody Loves Somebody” remains a pivotal release in Dean Martin’s discography, not only for its commercial success but also for its role in shaping the broader landscape of popular music in the 1960s. It stands as a testament to Martin’s ability to captivate listeners with his smooth vocals and timeless melodies, ensuring his place as one of the era’s most beloved entertainers.
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Lyrics
Everybody loves somebody sometime
Everybody falls in love somehow
Something in your kiss just told me
My sometime is now
Everybody finds somebody someplace
There’s no telling where love may appear
Something in my heart keeps saying
My someplace is here
If I had it in my power
I’d arrange for every girl to have your charms
Then every minute, every hour
Every boy would find what I found in your arms
Everybody loves somebody sometime
And although my dream was overdue
Your love made it well worth waiting
For someone like you
If I had it in my power
I would arrange for every girl to have your charms
Then every minute, every hour
Every boy would find what I found in your arms
Everybody loves somebody sometime
And although my dream was overdue
Your love made it well worth waiting
For someone like you
Everybody loves somebody sometime