About the song
eleased in the summer of 1962, “Johnny Loves Me” is a charming pop confection that cemented Shelley Fabares’ place as a teen idol. Serving as the lead single from her sophomore album, The Things We Did Last Summer, the track marked a continuation of the romantic narrative initiated by her groundbreaking hit, “Johnny Angel.”
Penned by the songwriting duo of Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil, the architects of countless pop classics, “Johnny Loves Me” is a quintessential product of the early 1960s. Its breezy melody and Fabares’ youthful vocals perfectly capture the optimism and innocence of the era. Produced and arranged by the talented Stu Phillips, the song boasts a lush, orchestral sound that complements the nostalgic atmosphere.
Following in the footsteps of its predecessor, “Johnny Loves Me” resonated with audiences and climbed the charts, ultimately peaking at number 21 on the Billboard Hot 100. While it may not have achieved the same stratospheric success as “Johnny Angel,” it remains a beloved track that continues to enchant listeners decades later.
With “Johnny Loves Me,” Shelley Fabares solidified her status as a leading lady of the teen pop scene, leaving an enduring legacy that would influence generations of artists to come.
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Lyrics
Johnny loves me
He just told me so last night (Johnny loves her)
Now, each star I see belongs to me
And they’re all shining twice as bright (Johnny loves her)
Johnny loves me
Johnny’s heart is really mine (Johnny loves her)
Love is everywhere and I could swear
The world’s a great big valentine
I feel so pretty
I’m all aglow
When he says I’m wonderful
He makes me feel it’s so (Johnny loves her)
Yes, Johnny loves me
Now, each day is bright and new (Johnny loves her)
And I only pray that I can say
For every day my whole life through
“Johnny loves me and I love my Johnny, too”
No, w each day is bright and new (Johnny loves her)
And I only pray that I can say
For every day my whole life through
“Johnny loves me and I love my Johnny, too”
Johnny loves me (Johnny loves me, Johnny loves me)
Johnny loves me (Johnny loves me, Johnny loves me)
Johnny loves me (Johnny loves me, Johnny loves me)
Johnny loves me (Johnny loves me, Johnny loves me)
Johnny loves me