Pretty Blue Eyes

Steve Lawrence

About Pretty Blue Eyes

"Pretty Blue Eyes" is a song written Teddy Randazzo and Bobby Weinstein, which was a hit single for Steve Lawrence, released in 1959, and Craig Douglas, released in 1960.


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1985
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Thought I was in love before
And then you moved in next door
Pretty blue eyes, pretty blue eyes

All the guys from the neighborhood
Keep sayin' you sure look good
With your blue eyes, pretty blue eyes

Saw you from my window
My heart skipped a beat
Gonna sit by your doorstep
So that I can meet

Pretty blue eyes, please come out today
So I can tell you what I have to say
That I love you, love you
Pretty blue eyes

Saw you from my window
My heart skipped a beat
Gonna sit by your doorstep
So that I can meet

Pretty blue eyes, please come out today
So I can tell you what I have to say
That I love you, love you
Pretty blue eyes

[Repeat to Fade]
Pretty blue eyes

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Steve Lawrence

Steve Lawrence (born July 8, 1935) is an American singer and actor, perhaps best known as a member of a duo with his wife Eydie Gormé, billed as "Steve and Eydie". The two appeared together since appearing regularly on Tonight Starring Steve Allen in the mid-1950s until Gormé's retirement. more »

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Written by: BOBBY WEINSTEIN, TEDDY RANDAZZO

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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11 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Pretty Blue Eyes" is a song that was recorded by two different artists, British singer Craig Douglas and American singer Steve Lawrence.
Release Year
Although both versions were released relatively close together, Lawrence's version came out first in late 1959. Douglas's version was released a few months later in early 1960.
Chart Success - Steve Lawrence
Lawrence's version of "Pretty Blue Eyes" reached #1 on the Adult Contemporary chart in America, and held the position for two weeks. It also reached #9 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Chart Success - Craig Douglas
Douglas's version of "Pretty Blue Eyes" reached #4 on the UK Singles chart. It was also his third top 5 hit in the UK at the time.
Album Inclusion - Steve Lawrence
The song appeared on Lawrence's third album called "Swing Softly with Me," which was released in 1959.
Song Performance Style
Both versions of the song are executed in the style of pop music of their time. Lawrence's rendition is done in the crooning style of the late 1950s, while Douglas's version embodies the early 1960s beat scene in the UK.
Songwriter
"Pretty Blue Eyes" was written by Teddy Randazzo and Bobby Weinstein. Randazzo was an American pop songwriter who wrote a number of hit songs in the 1950s and 1960s.
Steve Lawrence's Background
Steve Lawrence is an American singer and actor, perhaps best known for his work with wife Eydie Gormé. The couple was considered as one of the premier acts in lounge and pop music during the mid 20th century.
Craig Douglas's Background
Douglas, whose real name is Terence Perkins, was one of the popular British teen idols during the early 1960s. He was known for his boy-next-door image and smooth, warm vocal style.
Legacy
“Pretty Blue Eyes” is considered a classic in both the UK and US music scenes, with both renditions regularly spun on oldies radio stations. The song continues to be covered by various artists over the years, demonstrating its enduring appeal.
Song Composition
The song is composed in an AABA form – a common song structure in popular music during the 20th century. It is characterized by its memorable melody, catchy rhythm, and lyrics that describe a man's admiration for a woman's blue eyes.

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