About the song
Frankie Valli’s “My Eyes Adored You” is a classic ballad that has stood the test of time. Released in 1974, the song quickly captured the hearts of listeners with its soulful melody and Valli’s emotive vocals. Penned by the songwriting duo of Bob Crewe and Kenny Nolan, the track initially faced rejection from major labels before finding its home at Private Stock Records.
Despite the early setbacks, “My Eyes Adored You” became a massive success, reaching the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart in March 1975. Valli’s heartfelt delivery and the song’s lush instrumentation created a captivating listening experience that resonated with audiences of all ages. The ballad’s enduring popularity can be attributed to its timeless theme of love, loss, and longing.
The song’s success not only catapulted Valli to solo stardom but also revived interest in The Four Seasons. The band’s reunion and subsequent recordings further solidified their legacy in the music industry. “My Eyes Adored You” remains a beloved classic, a testament to Valli’s vocal talent and the songwriters’ ability to craft a timeless melody.
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Lyrics
My eyes adored you
Though I never laid a hand on you
My eyes adored you
Like a million miles away from me
You couldn’t see how I adored you
So close, so close and yet so far
Carried your books from school
Playin’ make believe you’re married to me
You were fifth grade, I was sixth when we came to be
Walking home every day over Bonnicut Bridge and Bay
‘Til we grew into the me and you
Who went our separate ways
My eyes adored you
Though I never laid a hand on you
My eyes adored you
Like a million miles away from me
You couldn’t see how I adored you
So close, so close and yet so far
Headed for city lights
Climbed the ladder up to fortune and fame
I worked my fingers to the bone
Made myself a name
Funny, I seem to find
That no matter how the years unwind
Still I reminisce about the girI miss
And the love I left behind
My eyes adored you
Though I never laid a hand on you
My eyes adored you
Like a million miles away from me
You couldn’t see how I adored you
So close, so close and yet so far
All my life I will remember (Though I never laid a hand on you)
How warm and tender we were way back then (My eyes adored you)
Whoa-whoa, baby (Like a million miles away from me)
(You couldn’t see how I adored you)
Oh the feeling, sad regrets (So close)
I know I won’t ever forget you, my childhood friend (So close and yet so far)
My eyes adored you
Though I never laid a hand on you
My eyes adored you
Like a million miles away from me
You couldn’t see how I adored you
So close, so close and yet so far
My eyes adored you
Though I never laid a hand on you
My eyes adored you