You Are My Destiny
The Crescendos, Paul Anka
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Oh, Julie ah, ah, ah Oh, Julie ah, ah, ah Oh-uh-oh-uh-oh Julie You'll never know how I love yo-ou-ou Oh-uh-oh-uh-oh Julie A teenage dream that can't come true I see-ee you Julie Each day as you walk by-why-why But maybe some day, Julie I'll be the apple of your eye Although you're older than me, it makes no difference, you see As you are my shining sta-are You've heard of passion for love and jealousy, my dove Well, that's the way I feel about you I nee-eed you, Julie You'll never know how my heart yea-ea-earns Oh, please, please help me My love just burns and burns But some day, Julie When I'm as old as yo-ou-ou I'll take you, Julie And make my dreams come true But some day, Julie When I'm as old as yo-ou-ou I'll take you, Julie And make my dreams come true
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Written by: Paul Anka
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12 facts about this song
Song Composition"You Are My Destiny" is written and performed by Canadian singer-songwriter Paul Anka.
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Release and ReceptionThe song was released in 1958, reached number seven on the Billboard Hot 100 and number fourteen in the UK Singles Chart. It also became a top 20 hit in multiple countries worldwide.
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Impact on Career"You Are My Destiny" is one of Anka’s first hits that solidified his popularity early in his music career.
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Unique Musical StyleThe song reflects Anka's signature blend of pop and doo-wop, which was popular in the 1950s and early 1960s.
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Cultural InfluenceThis song's enduring popularity has led to it being covered by numerous artists and featured in several films and TV shows, reinforcing Anka's enduring influence on popular culture.
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PerformanceAnka has performed "You Are My Destiny" live in numerous concerts and television appearances throughout his lengthy career.
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CollaborationsItalian singer Adriano Celentano released an Italian language version of the song in 1958, introducing Anka's music to a wider audience in Europe.
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Album Inclusion"You Are My Destiny" appeared on Anka's 1958 album "Paul Anka". The album helped establish Anka as one of the leading teen idols of the time.
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Record LabelThe song was recorded under ABC-Paramount Records, a major American record label founded in 1955.
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Notable CoversThe song has been covered by many artists, including popular British singer Cliff Richard.
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Soundtrack Appearances"You Are My Destiny" has been included in the soundtrack of movies such as "Green Card", "Look Who's Talking" and the television series "Quantum Leap".
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Personal SignificanceAnka once said in an interview that "You Are My Destiny" holds a special place in his heart as it marked a turning point in his career.
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