Fabulous

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"Fabulous" is a song first performed by Charlie Gracie in 1957. It is his second and last appearance on the Billboard Top 40 besides the chart-topping "Butterfly". It made it to number 16 on US Billboard chart. The song was popular in the United Kingdom and internationally reaching number 6 on the British Singles Chart. The song was written by Harold Land and Cameo-Parkway co-owner Kal Mann, under the pseudonym 'Jon Sheldon'.


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2002
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Well I always knew
I was crazy for you
But now I know
You thrill me so
If this is love, it's fabulous.

Your lips close to mine
I get chills up my spin
And when we touch
I thrill so much
If this is love, it's fabulous.

Well, I've read in the book
About love and it's charms
But I never knew
'Til I held you in my arms,

When I hold you tight
I know, I know I'm right
'Cause only you
Can do what you do
If this is lover, it's fabulous.

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Charlie Gracie

Charlie Gracie (born Charles Anthony Graci, May 14, 1936, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American rock pioneer and singer. He was born the same day as another rock and roll singer, Bobby Darin. more »

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Written by: K, HARRY (P LAND, A BERNIE LOWE), JON SHELDON

Lyrics © RALEIGH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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Release and Performance
"Fabulous" is a song by American rock and roll singer-songwriter Charlie Gracie. - The song was released in January 1957. - It made it to number 16 on the United States Billboard Hot 100 and number 6 on the UK Singles chart.
Popularity and Recognition
It was Gracie's biggest US hit and his only song to chart in the UK. - This song introduced British audiences to American rock and roll music, and many musicians cited it as their influence.
Origin
The song was written by Harold Bogg & Bernie Lowe, founders of Philadelphia's Cameo-Parkway Records, where Gracie was signed. - It was recorded at the Reco Art studio in Philadelphia.
Cover Versions
The song was covered by Paul McCartney during his 2007 Live at Amoeba's Music Store performance. - Other cover versions include those by Cliff Richard and Adam Faith.
Cultural Impact
The hook phrase "She's fabulous," delivered in Gracie's distinctive falsetto, has been sampled in various media over the years. - The song also is featured in numerous compilation albums of early rock and roll hits.
Musical Style
"Fabulous" reflects Gracie's unique style, a blend of rockabilly, jazz and pop, which set him apart from other contemporary rock and roll artists of his day.
Career Impact
Success of "Fabulous" helped to solidify Gracie's reputation as a pioneering figure in the development of rock and roll music during the 1950s. - His success with "Fabulous" launched him into an international tour, turning him into one of the first globally recognized rock and roll stars.
Legacy
In 2011, the fifty-fourth anniversary of the release of "Fabulous,” the City of Philadelphia designated a street as "Charlie Gracie Way" in his honor.

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