About the song
“Heartbeat – It’s a Lovebeat,” a memorable 1973 hit by the Canadian group The DeFranco Family, remains an enduring emblem of the era’s romantic pop music. Serving as the title track of their debut album and the group’s maiden single, it swiftly ascended the charts, capturing hearts across the United States, Canada, and Australia.
Upon its release, “Heartbeat – It’s a Lovebeat” quickly made its mark, peaking at No.3 on both the US Billboard Hot 100 and the Canadian RPM Top Singles chart. Its popularity extended overseas, securing a respectable No.6 placement on the Australian Kent Music Report. The song’s infectious melody and heartfelt lyrics resonated deeply with listeners, propelling it to gold record status in the US.
In particular, the song’s success on radio station WLS in Chicago underscored its widespread appeal. For five consecutive weeks from October 20 to November 17, “Heartbeat – It’s a Lovebeat” held the top spot, narrowly missing out on the coveted No.1 for 1973 due to Carly Simon’s “You’re So Vain.”
The song’s allure lay not only in its catchy hooks and polished production but also in its ability to evoke the universal themes of youthful romance and the innocence of first love. It captured a moment in time when music was a balm for the soul, offering solace and joy in equal measure to its listeners.
Decades later, “Heartbeat – It’s a Lovebeat” continues to evoke nostalgia for those who experienced its debut and charm new audiences discovering its timeless appeal. It remains a testament to The DeFranco Family’s early success and their contribution to the tapestry of 1970s pop music, forever enshrined as a classic of its era.
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Lyrics
Girl, when I’m alone with you,
I get a feelin’ through and through,
Tellin’ me that love is comin’ on,
My head starts spinnin’ round and round,
And I don’t care what’s up or down,
Cause deep in my soul, I’m out of control,
When I start to hear the sound of,
A heartbeat, it’s a lovebeat,
And a lovebeat is a good vibration,
Oh, a heartbeat it’s a lovebeat,
And when we meet , it’s a good sensation,
Listen to my heart pound,
Listen to my love sound,
Feel it gettin’ stronger,
Can’t hold back any longer,
Cause a heartbeat, it’s a lovebeat,
And a lovebeat is a good vibration,
Oh a heartbeat it’s a lovebeat,
And when we meet, it’s a good sensation,
Listen!
Pictures pass before my eyes,
Like a vision in disguise,
Tryin’ to explain the way I feel,
And there’s a movement in my mind,
Like a rhythm counting time,
Breakin’ down all my defenses,
Overcoming all of my senses, oh
A heartbeat, it’s a lovebeat,
And a lovebeat is a good vibration,
Oh, a heartbeat it’s a lovebeat,
And when we meet , it’s a good sensation,
Listen to my heart pound,
Listen to my love sound,
Temperature is risin’,
Girl, there’s no disguisin’, that a
A heartbeat, it’s a lovebeat,
And a lovebeat is a good vibration,
Oh, a heartbeat it’s a lovebeat,
And when we meet , it’s a good sensation,
Listen to my heart pound,
Listen to my love sound,