After a brief spell in the US Army, Vinton was signed to Epic Records in 1960 as a bandleader: "A Young Man With a Big Band." Two albums and several singles were not successful however, and with Epic ready to pull the plug, Vinton found his first hit single literally sitting in a reject pile. The song was titled "Roses Are Red (My Love)." It spent four weeks at No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Arguably, his most famous song is 1963's "Blue Velvet" that also went to No.1. 23 years later, David Lynch named his movie Blue Velvet after the song. In 1964, Vinton had two #1 hits, "There! I've Said It Again" and "Mr. Lonely", the latter now being the basis for Akon's hit "Lonely."
In the 1970s, the "Polish Prince" continued to hit the Top 40, notably with "Ev'ry Day of My Life" and "Sealed With a Kiss" in 1972. That same year, Epic Records decided to end its relationship with Vinton and ended his recording contract. Undeterred, Vinton spent $50,000 of his own money on a self-written song sung partially in Polish: "My Melody of Love." After Vinton was turned down by 7 major labels, ABC Records bought Vinton's idea, and the result was a multi-million selling single that hit #1 on the AC charts in 1974. A gold album, Melodies of Love, followed as well as a successful half-hour variety show "The Bobby Vinton Show" (which aired from 1975 to 1978). He also starred in two John Wayne movies: Big Jake and The Train Robbers.
In the course of his career, Vinton has sold over 75 million records (singles, albums, compilation inclusions, etc) and is still performing on tour and at the Bobby Vinton Blue Velvet Theatre in Branson, Missouri.
My Special Angel*
Bobby Vinton Lyrics
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Sent from up above
The Lord smiled down on me
And sent an angel to love
You are my special angel
Right from paradise
I know you're an angel
The smile from your lips brings the summer sunshine
Tears from your eyes bring the rain
I feel your touch, your warm embrace
And I'm in heaven again
You are my special angel
Through eternity
I'll have my special angel
Here to watch over me
A smile from your lips brings the summer sunshine
The tears from your eyes bring the rain
I feel your touch, your warm embrace
And I'm in heaven again
You are my special angel
Through eternity
I'll have my special angel
Here to watch over me
Here to watch over me
The song "My Special Angel" is a romantic ballad that expresses the gratitude and love of the singer towards his special love. The song is a celebration of the feeling of being blessed and grateful for the gift of love. According to the lyrics, the singer believes that his love is a special angel sent from above, and her presence brings joy, happiness, and sunshine into his life. The singer acknowledges that the Lord smiled down on him and sent an angel to love, and that this special angel is from paradise.
The lyrics of the song also highlight the singer's admiration for his love. He states that he knows his love is an angel, and that heaven is reflected in her eyes. He also describes how her gentle touch and warm embrace make him feel like he is in heaven again. Moreover, the singer expresses how his special angel will always watch over him through eternity, signifying the strength and depth of their love.
Overall, "My Special Angel" is a heartfelt and touching love song that celebrates the beauty and wonder of love. It speaks to the gratitude, devotion, and admiration that are an integral part of a loving relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
You are my special angel
You are my one and only, unique and cherished guardian
Sent from up above
Sent to me by a higher power or force
The Lord smiled down on me
This special angel was sent by God with divine purpose
And sent an angel to love
For me to feel love and affection through this special angel
Right from paradise
This angel is from a place of purity and perfection
I know you're an angel
I am sure and certain that you are this angel
Heaven is in your eyes
Your eyes reflect the beauty and wonder of heaven
The smile from your lips brings the summer sunshine
Your cheerful smile brings happiness and light into my life
Tears from your eyes bring the rain
Your tears bring sadness and sorrow to me
I feel your touch, your warm embrace
Your touch and embrace give me comfort and joy
And I'm in heaven again
I feel like I'm in a paradise or perfect place again
Through eternity
Forever, for all time
I'll have my special angel
I will always have this angel with me
Here to watch over me
To protect and guide me through life
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jimmy Duncan
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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You are my special angel
Sent from up above.
The Lord smiled down on me
And sent an angel to love.
You are my special angel
Right from paradise.
I know you're an angel
Heaven is in your eyes.
The smile from your lips brings the summer sunshine
Tears from your eyes bring the rain
I feel your touch, your warm embrace
And I'm in heaven again.
You are my special angel
Through eternity.
I'll have my special angel
Here to watch over me.
A smile from your lips brings the summer sunshine
The tears from your eyes bring the rain
I feel your touch, your warm embrace
And I'm in heaven again.
You are my special angel
Through eternity.
I'll have my special angel
Here to watch over me.
Here to watch over me.
@rosalindwoodhed4247
My mum loved this song. It's my song for her . Rest in Peace Mum. Love you
@trishfevens9297
My Dad used to sing this to my Mom. They are both in heaven now, and we miss them so much!!!! This always brings tears to our eyes ❤️.
@hdjohnson7951
how sweet we love are Family I miss my mom and Dad too so much bless you
@bri5430
Reminds me of my daddy. REST IN PEACE DADDY.
@thepsychedelicsexrobotshow5735
Beautiful
@jerrymarquart960
This was our song while in high school...I'll never forget it!..
@danielgadsby4167
This was my parents song. Was played at both their funerals, My father sang this to my mother all the time.
@carmichael2359
When I was a very little girl, my mom would sing this to me. Now she's my special angel😢 and I miss her so much. I play it for my daughter. ❤
@trutherb5992
I played 'My Special Angel' at my Mother's going home celebration.
@RainbowBrite80
How are you coping? I just lost my mom 6 days ago. We both had the gift of our mothers making this their song for us.