Would I Love You

Harry James & His Orchestra, Doris Day, Harry James

About Would I Love You

"Would I Love You (Love You, Love You)" is a popular song with music by Harold Spina and lyrics by Bob Russell. It was published in 1950. It was popularized by Patti Page in a recording made on January 2, 1951. The recording was issued by Mercury Records as catalog number 5571, and first reached the Billboard chart on February 10, 1951, lasting 19 weeks and peaking at #4. Another recording was made by Doris Day with Harry James. It was issued by Columbia Records as catalog number 39159 with the flip side "Lullaby of Broadway. " It reached #19 on the Billboard chart, lasting 10 weeks beginning on March 2, 1951. A version by Tony Martin also charted. This recording was released by RCA Victor Records as catalog number 20-4056. It first reached the Billboard magazine charts on February 23, 1951 and lasted 4 weeks on the chart, peaking at #25. 


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Would I love you
If I thought that you'd love me too
Does a birdie fly
Ooh-ooh-ooh-aah

Would I want you
If I thought thay you'd want me too
Does a baby cry
Yeah-yeah-yeah

(Would I love you)
Each and every day
(Would I love you)
Darling, come what may
(Would I love you)
Ooh-ooh, I would and I do
With a love that is true

Oh, would I kiss you
If I thought that you'd come on and kiss me too
Does a river flow
'N just in case you'd like to know
Would I hold you
And never let you go for my whole life through
Does a fire glow

Oh, my Darlin', Darlin', Darlin'
(Would I love you)
Oh, you don't have to doubt it
(Would I love you)
There's no question about it
(Would I love you)
Darlin', Darlin', Darlin', I would and I do
With a love that is true

Oooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
(Would I love you)
As long as I'm here, I will
(Would I love you)
For everything that I'm worth
(would I love you)
Just like a flower loves the rain
(Would I love you)
I try to never

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Doris Day

Doris Day (born Doris Mary Ann Kappelhoff, April 3, 1922) is an American actress, singer, and animal rights activist, who began her career as a big band singer in 1939, but only began to be noticed after her first hit recording, "Sentimental Journey", in 1945. After leaving the Les Brown & His Band of Renown to try a solo career, she started her long-lasting partnership with Columbia Records, which would remain her only recording label. The contract lasted from 1947 to 1967, and included more than 650 recordings, making Day one of the most popular and acclaimed singers of the 20th century. In 1948, after being persuaded by Sammy Cahn, Jule Styne and her agent at the time, Al Levy, she auditioned for Michael Curtiz, which led to her being cast in the femal… more »

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Written by: BOB RUSSELL, HAROLD SPINA

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12 facts about this song

Creation and Release
"Would I Love You (Love You, Love You)" is a popular song that was famously recorded by both Doris Day and Patti Page.
Music Composer
The song was originally written by Harold Spina and Bob Russell.
Release Date
Doris Day's version of the song was released in February 1951 by Columbia Records, while Patti Page's version was released by Mercury Records in the same year.
Chart Positions
Patti Page's version reached number 12 on the Billboard chart.
Song Cover
The song has also been covered by other notable artists, including singer Johnny Mathis in 1960.
Acting Careers
Besides being successful singers, both Doris Day and Patti Page had successful Hollywood careers. Day was primarily known for her roles in romantic comedies, while Page appeared in several dramas and comedies throughout the 1950s and 1960s.
Lyrics Theme
The song's lyrics express an unwavering devotion and love towards a romantic partner.
Grammy Hall of Fame
Though "Would I Love You" was not inducted, Patti Page received induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame posthumously, cementing her legacy as a significant figure in 20th-century popular music.
Posthumous Recognition
After her death in 2013, Doris Day was recognized with a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and a posthumous Grammy nomination for her compilation album, "My Heart".
Doris Day’s Recording Legacy
"Would I Love You" is among the over 650 recordings that Day made during her career. Her recordings have made her one of the biggest-selling female artists of the 20th century.
Patti Page’s Recognition
In recognition of her contribution to the music industry, Patti Page was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 1997 Pioneer Awards, in addition to her Grammy Hall of Fame induction.
Song Occasion
"Would I Love You" is often played on Valentine's Day due to its romantic lyrics.

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