Please say you mant me
Formed in Queens, NY, in 1955, the Cleftones consisted of five friends from… Read Full Bio ↴Formed in Queens, NY, in 1955, the Cleftones consisted of five friends from Jamaica High School -- Herb Cox (lead), Warren Corbin (bass), Charlie James (first tenor), William McClain (baritone), and Berman Patterson (second tenor). Originally signed to Gee, the group released its first single, "You Baby You," late in 1955; an up-tempo doo wop song, the record became a regional hit. "Little Girl of Mine," the Cleftones' second single, broke nationally, charting at number eight R&B and number 57 pop in 1956; two other similar singles, "Can't We Be Sweethearts" and "String Around My Heart," were released the same year, yet they failed to attract national attention. "See You Next Year," a ballad the group recorded in 1957, did not earn the group an audience outside of New York. Two years later, McClain left the group and was replaced by Gene Pearson from the Rivileers. Patricia Spann was also added to the Cleftones' lineup that year, which helped nudge the band away from traditional group-oriented doo wop harmonies and towards a vocal sound that was dominated by the lead vocals. In 1961, the Cleftones realized the potential of the sound with their smash hit version of the standard "Heart and Soul;" it became the group's biggest hit, reaching number 18 on both pop and R&B charts. Later that year, the group had another hit with "For Sentimental Reasons," but the band had reached a peak with "Heart and Soul" and were never able to reach those heights again. The Cleftones broke up in 1964, three years after their greatest success. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All-Music Guide

Please say you mant me
The Cleftones Lyrics


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Please say you want me to (to be your love)
I have always wanted you (to be my love)
When there's stars up in the sky (you realize)
Then you will realize (that you belong to me)

(Doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo)

I have cried so much for you (for you, my dear)
I have almost died for you (for you, my dear)
I hope you do decide (to be my love)
Then you will realize (that you belong to me)

Please say that you love me
Oh-oooooooooh, please be mine
Please say that you care for me
Then I'll stop this crying over you

(Doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo)

Please say you want me to (to be your love)
I have always wanted you (to be my love)
When there's stars up in the sky (you realize)
Then you will realize (that you belong to me)


I have always wanted you (to be my love)
I have cried so much for you (to be my love)




I hope you do decide (that you belong)
To me (Do-o-o-o-o-o-o-o)

Overall Meaning

In The Cleftones' song "Please Say You Want Me," the singer is desperately seeking affirmation that the object of their affection reciprocates their feelings. The repeated line of "Please say you want me" highlights the singer's insecurity and need for validation, while also emphasizing the importance of clear and direct communication in any romantic relationship. The use of celestial imagery, such as "stars up in the sky," suggests that the singer believes in the power of fate and destiny, and that the other person is meant to be with them. Ultimately, the singer wants to be with the other person so badly that they are willing to endure emotional pain ("I have cried so much for you") and even risk their own well-being ("I have almost died for you").


The doo-wop style of the song adds to the emotional intensity of the lyrics, with the repetition of "doo-doo-doo-doo" serving as a kind of mournful refrain. Additionally, the song's use of traditional pop song structure, with alternating verses and choruses, helps to emphasize the central theme of longing and a desire for connection with another person.


Line by Line Meaning

Please say you want me to (to be your love)
I am asking you to confirm that you want me to be your lover


I have always wanted you (to be my love)
I have had feelings for you for a long time and hoped we could be together


When there's stars up in the sky (you realize)
When you see the beauty of the stars, you will understand our love belongs together


Then you will realize (that you belong to me)
Once you understand our love, you will know that we belong to each other


(Doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo)
Instrumental break in the song


I have cried so much for you (for you, my dear)
I have shed many tears over my love for you, my dear


I have almost died for you (for you, my dear)
My love for you has been so intense that I thought I might not survive it


I hope you do decide (to be my love)
I am hopeful that you will choose to love me


Please say that you love me
I'm requesting that you express your love for me


Oh-oooooooooh, please be mine
I am desperately asking you to be my partner in love


Please say that you care for me
I need to hear you say that you care about me and our relationship


Then I'll stop this crying over you
If you say these things to me, I will no longer be upset and crying over our love


(Doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo)
Instrumental break in the song


I have always wanted you (to be my love)
My desire to be with you romantically has been a long-standing feeling


I have cried so much for you (to be my love)
My love for you has brought me to tears many times


I hope you do decide (that you belong)
I am hopeful that you will come to the realization that we are meant to be together


To me (Do-o-o-o-o-o-o-o)
I believe that you belong to me and our love is meant to be




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DONALD HAYES

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Comments from YouTube:

Zev Feldman

5 STARS KILLER COVER

madminute

Yes*****

Milton Kanfer

Great version of the unmatcheable
Schoolboys classic.

arizona doowopper

An outstanding version of this song.

JIMI T

Agreed doowopper, a little slower but the guitar puts it over the top

todd windyhill

Some good guitar, picked up by the stereo, to go along with "feeling" vocals.

Choock5219

Very Nice....Patricia Spann on lead vocal.
From the 1961 Gee L.P. "Heart and Soul"

Anthony Modica

ÑÎÇĘ

James Petrolino

Why can't  the kids today reintroduce songs like this--so great to dance to.

Gringo del sur

bruno mars did lol

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