Born in Jacksonville, Florida, USA, Boone is a direct descendant of the American pioneer Daniel Boone. He grew up in Nashville, Tennessee, attended David Lipscomb College and began recording in 1954 for Republic Records. His 1955 version of "Ain't That a Shame" was a huge hit, selling far better than Fats Domino's original version. This set the stage for the early part of Boone's career, which focused on covering R&B songs by black artists for a white market. Previously, rock 'n' roll had had only limited exposure outside of the African American community. Pat Boone's pale covers gave attention to the more authentic original artists, such as Little Richard and Fats Domino and to rhythm and blues in general. In addition, the songwriters and copyright holders benefited even when individual artists did not.
In fact, only six of Boone's many hit singles were R&B covers, and only four of those were rockers. All were released in the first two years of his long career. These were "Ain't That a Shame" by Fats Domino and "Tutti Frutti" and "Long Tall Sally" by Little Richard, and "At My Front Door (Crazy Little Mama)" by the El Dorados. The other two R&B covers were well-chosen blues ballads, "I Almost Lost My Mind" by Ivory Joe Hunter and "Chains of Love," a hit for Big Joe Turner and later B.B. King that had been written by Ahmet Ertegun. By 1957, Boone was concentrating on the middle-of-the-road music that dominated his career. He never recorded another R&B cover.
Known as "The Kid in White Buck Shoes", Boone sported a clean-cut image that appealed to white [teens]] and parents. His singing style, a rich baritone, followed in the tradition of his idol, Bing Crosby. Preferring to carry on in the Crosby tradition, he soon began turning more and more to ballads. Some of his biggest hits included "Love Letters in the Sand" (with the instrumental break featuring Boone's whistling), "April Love", "Friendly Persuasion (Thee I Love)", and "Don't Forbid Me".
His teen idol popularity in the late 1950s was second only to that of Elvis Presley, and, like Presley, he soon tried his hand at acting. Boone's pictures included 1960's Journey to the Center of the Earth alongside Hollywood notable James Mason.
His recording of the theme song from the 1957 film April Love topped the charts for six weeks and was nominated for an Academy Award. Pat also wrote the theme song for the movie Exodus.
A devout born-again Christian, he was raised in the conservative Church of Christ, but has been a member of a Pentecostal church for more than thirty years. Boone has refused both songs and movie roles that he felt might compromise his standards, including a role opposite the decade's reigning sex symbol, Marilyn Monroe. Among his other achievements, he hosted a TV series in the late 1950s and began writing in the early 1960s, a series of self-help books for adolescents, including Twixt Twelve and Twenty.
The British Invasion effectively ended Boone's career as a hitmaker, though he continued recording throughout the 1960s. In the 1970s, he switched to gospel and country, and he continued performing in other media as well, most importantly radio. He is currently working as the disc jockey of a popular oldies radio show and runs his own record company which provides a much-welcomed outlet for new recordings by 1950s greats who can no longer find a place with the major labels.
Boone married Shirley Lee Foley, daughter of country music great Red Foley and singer Judy Martin, in 1953 and they had four daughters: Cherry, Lindy, Debby, and Laury. In the 1960s and 1970s the Boone family toured as gospel singers and made gospel albums, such as The Pat Boone Family and The Family Who Prays.
In the early 1990s, Boone joined Amway and spoke at many motivational seminars. He was also a distributor. He never reached the coveted Amway rank of Diamond.
In 1997, Boone released In a Metal Mood: No More Mr. Nice Guy, a collection of heavy metal covers revamped to fit his style. To promote the album, he appeared at the American Music Awards in black leather, shocking audiences and losing his respectability among his largest constituency, conservative Christians. He was then fired from Gospel America, a TV show on the Trinity Broadcasting Network. About a year later, the controversy died down and many fans, including Jack Hayford, accepted his explanation of the leather outfit being a "parody of himself". He was re-hired by Trinity Broadcasting and Gospel America was brought back.
In 2003, the Gospel Music Association of Nashville, Tennessee recognized his gospel recording work by inducting him into its Gospel Music Hall of Fame.
Boone and his wife live in Los Angeles, California. They are members of The Church on the Way in Los Angeles's San Fernando Valley. His one-time neighbor was Ozzy Osbourne and his family. Boone's cover of Osborne's song "Crazy Train" became the theme song for The Osbornes. (It appears on The Osbornes Soundrack.) Osborne said that Boone "never complained once" about living next door to his less-than-traditional family.
Boone once claimed to use his own surname in lieu of curse words when upset.
In 2006, Boone penned an article for WorldNetDaily in which he argued that Democrats and others who are against the Iraq War cannot, under any circumstances, be considered patriotic. He also recently was interviewed by Neil Cavuto on Fox News, where he expressed his outrage against the opponents of George W. Bush (namely the Dixie Chicks) that their criticisms of the President showed they did not "respect their elders". Another article defended Mel Gibson after the actor was recorded making an anti-Semitic rant. Despite their differing political views, Pat Boone is friends with the Reverend Jesse Jackson.
Remember You
Pat Boone Lyrics
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While you're away
For when it's summer a heart can stray
And though I'll miss you
Have a wonderful time
But remember, darlin'
Remember you're mine (remember you're mine)
And he holds you tight (and he holds you tight)
And lips are tempted on a summer night (on a summer night)
Your heart beats faster
When the stars start to shine
Just remember, darlin'
Remember you're mine (remember you're mine)
I'll be lo-o-nely, I'll be blue
But I promise I'll be tru-ue-ue
And though I'll miss you
Have a wonderful time
But remember, darlin'
Remember you're mine
(Remember you're mine
)
The lyrics of Pat Boone's "Remember You" express the singer's longing for his significant other who is going away for the summer. He acknowledges that being apart may cause their hearts to stray, but he implores her to be faithful and remember that she is his. He advises her not to be tempted by the allure of dancing while away, especially if she finds herself in the arms of another. Instead, he asks her to remember his love and loyalty, promising to be true to her while she's gone. Even though he will miss her, he wants her to have a wonderful time and to come back to him with the knowledge that she was always on his mind.
This song is a classic example of a love ballad with a strong emphasis on commitment and faithfulness. The lyrics are simple yet powerful, conveying the singer's emotions with clarity and sincerity. The melody is catchy and well-suited to the theme of the song, with a memorable chorus that emphasizes the message of the lyrics. Overall, "Remember You" is a timeless love song that has resonated with audiences for decades.
Line by Line Meaning
Be-ee fai-thful, darlin'
Please remain faithful, my dear
While you're away
During your absence
For when it's summer a heart can stray
People can easily lose themselves during the summertime
And though I'll miss you
Although I'll feel your absence
Have a wonderful time
Enjoy yourself
But remember, darlin'
Recall, my dear
Remember you're mine (remember you're mine)
Remember we're in a committed relationship
I-if you-ou go dancin'
If you happen to go dancing
And he holds you tight (and he holds you tight)
While he holds you firmly
And lips are tempted on a summer night (on a summer night)
During warm summer evenings, people get tempted to kiss
Your heart beats faster
Your heart races with anticipation
When the stars start to shine
In the presence of shining stars
Just remember, darlin'
Do not forget, my dear
Remember you're mine (remember you're mine)
Recall we're committed to each other
I'll be lo-o-nely, I'll be blue
I will feel sad and alone
But I promise I'll be tru-ue-ue
I assure you, I will remain loyal
And though I'll miss you
Despite my longing for you
Have a wonderful time
Enjoy yourself
But remember, darlin'
Recall, my dear
Remember you're mine
Remember we're in a committed relationship
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BERNIE LOWE, KAL MANN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Mary-qo8ep
Pat Boone....exitoso cantante de la década del 60 maravillosa voz!!!!! Increíble e inolvidable ❤❤
@audreyfaulkner4928
My uncle loved music by Pat Boone and tunes Like these so my mother. Both passed away..❤😥
@charlieharnett3271
I worn out a album by Pat while I served in the U.S. Marines, one of my favorite singers of all time.
@donnalayton6876
Thank you for your service. I wasn't in the service but I too wore out a Pat Boone album. I remember my mother telling me if I played that record one more time she was taking the record.
@TheWhiskey16
I had a scrap book with photos of Pat with his wife Shirley and his children ! I got caught reading a book about him under my desk at school in 1959 and teacher took it off me !! I was really upset , but the next day she gave it back to me and said it was sensible reading !!! 😍😍😍
@stephenhan8305
Radio Australia Hit Parade. 1957. I thank The LORD I can listen to this tune again in 2020.
@johnsamuel1725
Such a lovely song sung by a singer and person who is wonderful ❤
@TheWhiskey16
He was my hero 62 years ago !! Still love his songs 😍😍😍
@ronaldang2829
This song brings back 1950s memories when I was yet a teenager
@christinacoirolo1440
I was absolutely and completely in love with Pat when I was 16, in Uruguay, South America. I was the president of his fan club... Then i came to the US and met him in person in 1970 in Ogden, Utah. He and the whole family (his girls were very young) were performing in the Ogden High School Auditorium, and his youngest girl fainted in The stage. When they went backstage to see what happened I followed them, went to him and asked him how she was and we started to chat. I told hi. I had been the president of his fan club and we laughed. Then, later when they went back on stage, he sang Love Letters in the Sand and DEDICATED IT TO ME!!!!! It was wonderful and I'll never forget that day. That was on December 21, 1970. I still adore his voice and admire him deeply because of the clean way he has lived.