They were discovered by Richard Barrett, lead singer of the Valentines and eventually signed to End Records. Their first single was "He's Gone" (Pop #71) in August 1957. In January 1958 they released their second single, "Maybe" (#15 Pop; #2 R&B). Several other singles were released on End, though none as successful as "Maybe."
The group was dropped by End in 1959, and Arlene Smith decided to go solo. Lois left to pursue a college education. In 1960, Annette Smith (no relation) replaced Arlene and the group went to Carlton Records, where they had their second huge hit with "Look in My Eyes" (#14 pop, #6 R&B). Several other singles followed and the group switched labels several times. Personnel changed throughout the 60's, with their final single released in 1970.
Arlene fronted a new group of Chantels in the 1970s for oldies shows and continues to perform. The remaining original Chantels reformed as well and hired Noemi (Ami) Ortiz as their new lead singer. Jackie Landry died in 1997.
The Chantels were inducted into The Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 2002.
Look into My Eyes
The Chantels Lyrics
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Tell me you love me, or darling I'll be gone
(Gone, gone, gone, gone)
Look in my eyes,and tell me that you're the
One for me, and that our love will always be
Or darling I'll be gone (gone, gone, gone, gone, gone)
So glad you're all mine
What's it to be? Do you wanna be?
And let me know,a little more time
Have that love to be ,or darling set me free
Look in my eyes,and tell me you love me
Tell me you love me or darling all be gone
(Gone, gone, gone, gone)
Do-oooo di,di,di,di,di
Do-oooo di,di,di,di,di
The Chantelsโ hit song โLook in My Eyesโ opens with the plea to the listener to look into their eyes and tell them that they love them, for if they donโt, the singer will be gone. The song oscillates between this plea and the singer describing the strength of the love that they have for their significant other. The repetition of the phrase โor darling Iโll be goneโ throughout the song heightens the sense of urgency, emphasizing how important it is for the singer that their love be returned in equal measure.
As the song progresses, the singer hints at some insecurity and vulnerability on their part. They ask their partner to โlet me know, a little more timeโ, possibly indicating that they are unsure if their partner truly reciprocates their love. The phrase โhave that love to be, or darling set me freeโ suggests that while they desperately want their love to flourish, they would rather be alone than be in a loveless relationship.
The melody perfectly complements the lyrics, with the bridge featuring a soulful vocal run that emphasizes the depth of the singerโs emotions. โLook in My Eyesโ is a beautifully written classic love song that expresses the universal desire to be loved and the fear of being alone.
Line by Line Meaning
Look in my eyes,and tell me you love me
I need you to show me through your eyes that you truly love me and want to be with me.
Tell me you love me, or darling I'll be gone (Gone, gone, gone, gone)
If you cannot express your love for me, I will leave because I need to know that you are committed to me.
Look in my eyes,and tell me that you're the One for me, and that our love will always be
I need to know that you are the right person for me, and that our love will last forever. Please convey this to me through your eyes.
Or darling I'll be gone (gone, gone, gone, gone, gone)
If you can't promise me that our love will be enduring, I will leave and move on with my life.
You said it that time
I am reassured by your words that you truly love me and want to be with me.
So glad you're all mine
I am fortunate to have you in my life and grateful that you are committed to me.
What's it to be? Do you wanna be?
Please clarify your intentions with me because I need to know if you want to be with me or not.
And let me know, a little more time
If you need a little more time to sort out your feelings, just let me know because I am willing to wait for you.
Have that love to be, or darling set me free
If you truly love me, then let's make this work, but if not, please release me from this relationship.
Do-oooo di,di,di,di,di
This line is simply a vocalization to add musicality to the song and does not convey any specific meaning.
Do-oooo di,di,di,di,di
This line is simply a vocalization to add musicality to the song and does not convey any specific meaning.
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RICHARD BARRETT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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