Unable to not notice, The Andrew Sisters put the girls on stage to perform. The three pre-teen sisters preceded to wow the audience with their version of the Andrew Sisters' "Rum and Coca Cola." An MCA Records agent was in the audience and soon had them on the road playing USO shows and fairs along the California coast.
In 1954-'55 they recorded pop singles like "Ooh La La" and "Huckleberry Pie" for Decca. Soon thereafter, The Paris Sisters found themselves in Las Vegas working as a lounge act from midnight to seven in the morning at the ages of nine (Priscilla), ten (Albeth), and fifteen (Sherrell). Wigs, padded bras and hips, lots of make up, and false eyelashes hid their youth and their dad's ability to revise their birth certificates, since he worked at the hospital where they were born. They sang at the Dunes with Frank Sinatra and the Frontier with a young Elvis Presley.
In 1957, they recorded "Old Enough To Cry" for Imperial Records. So far, none of their records had sold many copies. But they were talented and professional despite their age, so they made some money from '58-'59 singing on demos at Gold Star Studios in Los Angeles.
By 1959, the sisters had met Jess Rand who brought them to Imperial Records where they recorded two singles that went unnoticed. In 1961 Lester Sill saw the sisters and acquired their contract from Rand. Sill then brought a young Phil Spector from New York to produce the girls. Though the Paris Sisters had always sung three-part-harmony and rarely featured a lead, Spector saw a similarity between Priscilla's voice and Annette Kleinbard of the Teddy Bears. Spector envisioned a new Teddy Bear Style.
Spector brought the group to New York and had them stay at his New York apartment while he moved across the street to the Park Plaza. In typical Spector fashion he woke them in the wee hours and took them through Central Park in a horse drawn carriage to rehearse songs.
Back in Los Angeles, they recorded "Be My Boy" which Sill took to various record companies with none wanting to pick it up. Sill then issued it on his newly formed Gregmark label and by April 24th it had charted, reaching #56 on the Billboard Top 100.
Sill then went to New York looking for a follow up song and found it at Don Kirshner's Aldon Music. It was a Barry Mann and Larry Kolber ballad entitled "I Love How You Love Me." The song became the Paris Sisters' second Gregmark release and a precursor to the Spector's yet to be developed "wall of sound." With Priscilla on lead and the girl's hypnotic harmony, "I Love How You Love Me" rose to number five on October 30.
The next record "He Knows I Love Him Too Much" was written by Gerry Goffin and Carole King and eventually rose to number thirty-four. At this time the group recorded a Spector-produced album of similar songs that mysteriously disappeared. Without an album to follow the hits the Paris Sisters found them effectively back at square one. They did some backup sessions and a disagreement over royalties due them, soon found them label-less.
They appeared in a British rock and roll movie produced by Richard Lester (who later did the Beatles films) titled Ring-A-Ding Rhythm and toured the U.S. with Dion and the Belmonts and the Marvelettes , among others. In 1964, the Paris Sisters recorded a rock-a-ballad version of Bobby Darin's "Dream Lover" that peaked at number ninety-one.
Three albums and five singles in 1966 and 1967 failed, and by the early 70s the group disbanded. Sherrell formed a band called Sherrell Paris and the New People that toured until the late 70s. Sherrell remarried for the second time and became an executive assistant on Bob Barker's TV show, The Price Is Right. Albeth went into independent TV production with her husband.
Priscilla Paris released three solo albums between 1967 and 1978, during which she moved to England and then Paris. In 1978 an accident left her with partial facial paralysis. Tragedy struck again on March 5, 2004, when she died following a fall at home. Her sweet, whispery vocals were a pure aural delight, inspiring Phil Spector to some of his greatest early heights as a ground-breaking young producer. "She had a unique sound, and she sang with so much passion and so much from her heart," says Albeth. "I think her sound will never be forgotten."
Let Me Be The One
The Paris Sisters Lyrics
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Let me be the one to take care of you
When you want someone to go to
When your day is through
Darling, let me be the one for you
Let me be the one when you are lonely
Let me be the one you think of only
To tell your troubles to
Darling, let me be the one for you
Let mine be the lips to kiss you sweetly
Let mine be the arms to hold you tight
Darling, give your heart to me completely
Let me be the one you pray for every night
Let me be the one to stand beside you
Let me be the one to help and guide you
When you're looking for a girl
Whose love is always true
Darling, let me be the one for you
(Let me be the one) To always love you
(Let me be the one) To take care of you
The Paris Sisters' song "Let Me Be The One" is a beautiful love ballad that expresses the desire of a woman to be the sole love of her partner's life. The opening lines "Let me be the one to always love you, let me be the one to take care of you" set the tone for the rest of the song. The singer is letting her lover know that she is devoted to him and is ready to be his constant support and solace whenever he needs her. The chorus "Darling, let me be the one for you," is a heartfelt plea to be chosen as the one true love of her partner.
When the singer says "let me be the one when you are lonely," she is offering to be his companion whenever he feels alone or needs someone to talk to. The lines "let mine be the lips to kiss you sweetly, let mine be the arms to hold you tight," further emphasize her desire to be physically close to him and provide comfort. The song reaches its emotional climax when the singer says "let me be the one you pray for every night," which shows that she wants to be his source of happiness, comfort, and peace even in his thoughts.
The song's romantic and emotional lyrics, combined with the Paris Sisters' angelic voices, make it a timeless classic. It's a song that resonates with anyone who has ever been in love or has longed for true love. "Let Me Be The One" continues to be a popular song on love playlists and at weddings, and will always hold a special place in the hearts of music lovers.
Line by Line Meaning
Let me be the one to always love you
Allow me to be the one who loves you unconditionally and consistently throughout time.
Let me be the one to take care of you
Allow me to be the one who provides for you, supports you, and protects you.
When you want someone to go to
In times of need or distress, rely on me to be the person you turn to for help and comfort.
When your day is through
At the end of each day, allow me to be the one who listens to you and helps you unwind.
Darling, let me be the one for you
My dear, I want to be the one you choose as your partner for life and all that comes with it.
Let me be the one when you are lonely
When you feel alone and in need of companionship, let me be the one who fills that void.
Let me be the one you think of only
I desire to be the only person on your mind and the one you cherish above all else.
When you're looking for a girl
In your search for a partner, let me be that girl who fulfills all your desires and needs.
To tell your troubles to
I want to be the person you confide in and trust with your deepest worries and sorrows.
Let mine be the lips to kiss you sweetly
Allow me to be the one who kisses you with tenderness and passion, bringing joy to your heart.
Let mine be the arms to hold you tight
In moments of comfort or uncertainty, let me be the one who embraces you with a warm and secure hold.
Darling, give your heart to me completely
My love, entrust me with your entire being and let me care for your heart and soul.
Let me be the one you pray for every night
May I be the person who you pray for and share your deepest aspirations and dreams with every night.
Let me be the one to stand beside you
I want to be the support and strength you need in life, standing by your side through good times and bad.
Let me be the one to help and guide you
Let me be there to assist and lead you through difficult times, always offering my love and support.
Whose love is always true
My love for you is genuine and unwavering, and I promise to offer you devotion and loyalty always.
Writer(s): S. Kelvigdam
Contributed by Allison G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.