About the song
**”My Eyes Adored You”** is a beloved song from 1974, crafted by the talented Bob Crewe and Kenny Nolan. Originally, this smooth and heartfelt tune was recorded by The Four Seasons, but the song faced some initial hurdles. The Motown label was hesitant to release it, leading to a pivotal moment when the recording was purchased by Frankie Valli for $4,000.
Despite facing rejections from major record labels like Capitol and Atlantic, Valli persevered and managed to release the song on Private Stock Records. The label’s founder, Larry Uttal, decided to feature only Valli’s name on the record, a move that showcased the song’s unique appeal. “My Eyes Adored You” was officially released in the United States in November 1974 and quickly gained popularity.
By March 1975, the song reached the pinnacle of the Billboard Hot 100 chart, marking Valli’s first solo number one hit. This achievement was particularly notable as it came at a time when the music scene was bustling with diverse styles and artists. The song’s gentle melody and Valli’s sweet vocals captivated listeners, earning it the distinction of being one of the top songs of 1975, according to Billboard, which ranked it as the No. 5 song of the year.
The song also made a significant impact on the Easy Listening chart, where it reached number two. The success of “My Eyes Adored You” was praised by critics, with Cash Box highlighting Valli’s vocal performance and the song’s lush instrumentation. Record World also celebrated the song, noting the impressive work of arranger Charlie Calello.
The success of “My Eyes Adored You” reignited interest in The Four Seasons’ music, leading to their signing with Warner Bros. Records. As Valli’s follow-up single, “Swearin’ to God,” climbed the charts, the song solidified Valli’s position in the music industry and marked a new chapter in his career.
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Lyrics
You’re just too good to be true
Can’t take my eyes off of you
You’d be like Heaven to touch
I wanna hold you so much
At long last, love has arrived
And I thank God I’m alive
You’re just too good to be true
Can’t take my eyes off of you
Pardon the way that I stare
There’s nothin’ else to compare
The sight of you leaves me weak
There are no words left to speak
But if you feel like I feel
Please let me know that it’s real
You’re just too good to be true
Can’t take my eyes off of you
I love you, baby
And if it’s quite alright
I need you, baby
To warm the lonely night
I love you, baby
Trust in me when I say
Oh, pretty baby
Don’t bring me down, I pray
Oh, pretty baby
Now that I’ve found you, stay
And let me love you, baby
Let me love you
You’re just too good to be true
Can’t take my eyes off of you
You’d be like Heaven to touch
I wanna hold you so much
At long last, love has arrived
And I thank God I’m alive
You’re just too good to be true
Can’t take my eyes off you
I love you, baby
And if it’s quite alright
I need you, baby
To warm the lonely night
I love you, baby
Trust in me when I say
Oh, pretty baby
Don’t bring me down, I pray
Oh, pretty baby
Now that I’ve found you, stay
Oh, pretty baby
Trust in me when I say
Oh, pretty baby