I Say a Little Prayer

Dionne Warwick

About I Say a Little Prayer

"I Say a Little Prayer" is a song written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David for Dionne Warwick, originally peaking at number four on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100 pop singles chart in December 1967. On the R&B Singles chart it peaked at number eight.


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The moment I wake up
Before I put on my makeup
I say a little prayer for you
While combing my hair, now
And wondering what dress to wear, now
I say a little prayer for you

Forever, forever, you'll stay in my heart
And I will love you
Forever, forever, we never will part
Oh, how I'll love you
Together, together, that's how it must be
To live without you
Would only be heartbreak for me

I run for the bus, dear
While riding I think of us, dear
I say a little prayer for you
At work I just take time
And all through my coffee break-time
I say a little prayer for you.

Forever, forever, you'll stay in my heart
And I will love you
Forever, forever we never will part
Oh, how I'll love you
Together, together, that's how it must be
To live without you
Would only be heartbreak for me

My darling believe me
For me there is no one
But you.

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Dionne Warwick

Dionne Warwick (born Marie Dionne Warrick; December 12, 1940) is an American singer, actress and TV show host, who became a United Nations Global Ambassador for the Food and Agriculture Organization, and a United States Ambassador of Health. more »

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Written by: Burt Bacharach, Hal David

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"I Say a Little Prayer" was written by famed songwriters Burt Bacharach and Hal David in 1966.
Inspiration
The song was specifically written for legendary R&B and gospel singer, Dionne Warwick.
Album Listing
The track was released in October 1967 as part of Warwick's album "The Windows of the World".
Song Genre
The music genre of the song is categorized as pop, R&B and soul.
Chart Performance
The song climbed up to number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 8 on the R&B chart in 1967.
Musical Composition
The song's time signature is unusual, being written in 11/4 time in the chorus and 10/4 in the verse.
Warwick's Reticence
Interestingly, Dionne Warwick was not originally fond of "I Say a Little Prayer", as she felt it was written in a range that was too high for her voice.
Recreated Versions
The song has also been made famous by a number of other artists including Aretha Franklin whose rendition went to number one on the R&B charts in 1968.
Use in Movies
The song has been featured in several popular films, including a memorable scene in the 1997 film "My Best Friend’s Wedding."
Song's Legacy
Despite its initial hesitation from Warwick, "I Say a Little Prayer" has become identified as one of Dionne Warwick's signature songs and has had enduring success.

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