About the song Oh! Carol – Neil Sedaka
“Oh! Carol” is a 1959 pop song written and performed by Neil Sedaka. It was released as a single on the record label RCA Victor and reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. The song is about a young man who is in love with a girl named Carol, but she is cruel to him. Despite her treatment of him, he still loves her and cannot imagine his life without her.
Popularity
“Oh! Carol” was a commercial success and helped to establish Sedaka as a teen idol. The song was also covered by numerous artists, including The Beatles, The Beach Boys, and Manfred Mann. It has been featured in numerous films and television shows, such as “American Graffiti” and “Happy Days”.
Genre
“Oh! Carol” is a pop song with elements of doo-wop and rock and roll. The song is characterized by its catchy melody, simple lyrics, and Sedaka’s distinctive voice.
Legacy
“Oh! Carol” is a timeless classic that continues to be enjoyed by listeners of all ages. It is a reminder of the power of teenage love and the importance of staying true to yourself.
Lyrics
Here are the lyrics to “Oh! Carol”:
Oh! Carol, I am but a fool Darling, I love you, though you treat me cruel You hurt me, and you make me cry But if you leave me, I will surely die
Darling, there will never be another ‘Cause I love you so Don’t ever leave me, say you’ll never go I will always want you for my sweetheart No matter what you do
Oh! Carol, I’m so in love with you Darling, there will never be another ‘Cause I love you so Don’t ever leave me, say you’ll never go I will always treat you as my sweetheart No matter what you do
Oh! Carol, I’m so in love with you
Additional Information
- The song was written in response to Sedaka’s girlfriend breaking up with him.
- The song was recorded in one take.
- The song’s popularity helped to launch Sedaka’s career.
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Oh! Carol – Neil Sedaka Lyrics
Oh! SoriyaI am but a foolDarling i love youThough you treat me cruelYou hurt meAnd you make me cryBut if you leave meI will surely dieDarling, there will never be another‘Cause i love you soDon’t ever leave meSay you’ll never goI will always treat you as my sweet heartNo matter what you doOh! SoriyaI’m so in love with youDarling, there will never be another‘Cause i love you soDon’t ever leave meSay you’ll never goI will always treat you as my sweet heartNo matter what you doOh! SoriyaI’m so in love with you.