The Proud One
The Four Seasons, Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons
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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, BOB GAUDIO
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"The Proud One" is a song performed by American pop and rock group Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. It was released in 1966 as a part of their album titled, "The New Phase: Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons Vol. 3".
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SongwritersThe song was written by one of the most successful pop songwriting teams, Bob Gaudio and Bob Crewe. Gaudio was a member of The Four Seasons.
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Chart PerformanceUnfortunately, "The Proud One" did not achieve the same chart success as many of The Four Seasons' earlier hits. However, it did manage to reach No. 68 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Other VersionsThe song was later covered by The Osmonds. Their version of the song became a Top 10 hit on the US Billboard Hot 100.
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RecognitionDespite the relatively modest chart performance, "The Proud One" is recognized for reflecting the signature harmonies and sound of The Four Seasons, which helped define the pop music scene of the 1960s.
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Album's Commercial SuccessAlthough "The Proud One" wasn't among the top hits in the album, the album itself enjoyed considerable commercial success. "The New Phase: Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons Vol. 3" has been certified as Gold on the chart.
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Impact on CareerThis song marked a transition period for the band where it experimented mixing pop with psychedelic and progressive sounds. These variations in their musical style kept the band relevant and appreciated by the audience.
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Symbolic AnalysisLike many other songs by The Four Seasons, "The Proud One" is often seen as a reflection of the group's working-class roots with its themes of pride and perseverance despite adversity.
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Iconic Lineup"The Proud One" features the group's most recognizable lineup - Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito, and Nick Massi. While the group underwent many changes in personnel over the years, this quartet remains the most iconic.
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Lasting LegacyDespite not being one of their biggest hits, "The Proud One" remains an integral part of The Four Seasons' legacy and continues to be covered and referenced in pop culture.
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