Proud One
Frankie Valli
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Livin' (livin') is dyin' (dyin') 'cause love you left me cryin'. Now there's no use tryin' to go on. Each night and day baby. Pretendin' there'll be a happy endin'. Burning down deep inside. Got a heart break that I can't hide. I'm not the proud one. I need you. I'm beggin' to you baby please. You're the proud one. Believe me. This big man is down on his knees. Baby please. Oh baby (baby), remember (baby), when you were warm and tender. Beggin' me surrender to your charm. You gave me your sweet lips. Said use them. Oh, why did I abuse them. Didn't know good from bad. Girl I didn't know what I had. I'm not the proud one. I need you. I'm beggin' to you baby please. You're the proud one. Believe me. This big man is down on his knees. Baby please. Oh baby I love you. Please come back. I need you. I need you. I'm not the proud one. I need you. I'm beggin' to you baby please.
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Written by: BOB CREWE
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10 facts about this song
Origin"The Proud One" is a song performed by Frankie Valli of the American band The Four Seasons. Valli is a renowned singer who is known for his powerful falsetto voice.
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SongwriterThe track was written by Bob Crewe and Bob Gaudio, both members of The Four Seasons. Crewe and Gaudio have a long history of successful songwriting collaborations, notably penning The Four Seasons' hits like "Sherry" and "Big Girls Don't Cry".
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Release DateThe song was first released as a single in 1966.
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Experimentation"The Proud One" is considered a departure from The Four Seasons’ typical sound. The track introduced psychedelic elements, a stark contrast to the band's usual pop-rock tone.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its experimentative nature, "The Proud One" climbed the charts and peaked at number 68 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several artists, including The Osmonds. Their rendition of "The Proud One" charted on the UK and US pop charts in 1975.
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Critic ReceptionAlthough not one of Valli's highest-charting numbers, "The Proud One" is acknowledged by critics and fans for its powerful vocals and a more mature theme compared to other tunes by The Four Seasons.
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AlbumA “The Proud One” album was also released by The Four Seasons in 1966 which included this song. The album attempted to capitalize on the title track's success, trying to introduce new sounds to their audience.
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Last of Its KindThis album was the last one recorded by Valli for Philips Records, bringing an end to an era for the singer.
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Cultural InfluenceThe song goes beyond the music charts and has found its way into popular culture with its involvement in movies and television. It was showcased in Season 5 of the TV show "Mad Men," further introducing it to a new audience.
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