About the song
“Sealed with a Kiss,” a song composed by Peter Udell and Gary Geld, transcends generations with its sweet sentimentality. Though originally recorded by the Four Voices in 1960, the song found its true voice in 1962 with Brian Hyland’s rendition, climbing the charts and becoming a top 3 hit. But what truly makes “Sealed with a Kiss” so enduring is its simple yet powerful message of love and longing.
The song unfolds from the perspective of a heartbroken lover facing a summer separation. The lyrics paint a picture of devotion, with the narrator vowing to send their love and dreams “sealed with a kiss” in daily letters. This tender image of a kiss serving as a physical manifestation of love and a promise of reunion adds a unique layer of intimacy to the song.
The pledge to reunite in September, solidified with a kiss, further strengthens the emotional core of the song. It speaks to the enduring power of love and the unwavering hope for a future together. “Sealed with a Kiss” isn’t just a love song; it’s a testament to the strength and resilience of young love that can withstand the test of time and distance.
Interestingly, Brian Hyland, a frequent collaborator with Udell and Geld, recalled the song being loosely based on a Bach finger exercise. This unexpected connection between a pop song and classical music adds another intriguing layer to the song’s history. Perhaps the underlying structure of the melody, with its focus on repetition and variation, contributes to the song’s memorability and staying power.
“Sealed with a Kiss” has enjoyed renewed popularity over the years. Jason Donovan’s international hit in 1989 proves the song’s timeless appeal. Its ability to capture the bittersweet emotions of summer love, separation, and the promise of reunion continues to resonate with listeners of all ages. Whether sung by Brian Hyland or Jason Donovan, “Sealed with a Kiss” remains a classic summer anthem, a reminder of the power of love’s simple gestures and the enduring hope for a future filled with happiness.
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Lyrics
Tho we gotta say goodbye for the summer
Darling I promise you this
I’ll send you all my love every day in a letter
Sealed with a kiss
Yes it’s gonna be a cold lonely summer
But I’ll fill the emptiness
I’ll send you all my dreams every day in a letter
Sealed with a kiss
I’ll see you in the sunlight
I’ll hear your voice everywhere
I’ll run to tenderly hold you
But darling you won’t be there
I don’t want to say goodbye for the summer
Knowing the love we’ll miss
Oh let us make a pledge to meet in September
And seal it with a kiss
Yes it’s gonna be a cold lonely summer
But I’ll fill the emptiness
I’ll send you all my love every day in a letter
Sealed with a kiss
Sealed with a kiss
Sealed with a kiss
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