About the song Happy Together – The Turtles
“Happy Together” is a 1967 song written by Garry Bonner and Alan Gordon. It was originally recorded by American rock band The Turtles and released as a single from their album “Elenore”. The song is a midtempo pop rock ballad with a catchy melody and simple yet endearing lyrics. [Image of Happy Together song by The Turtles]
It is a celebration of love, happiness, and contentment, with the chorus proclaiming that “I can’t see me lovin’ nobody but you”. The song’s message of love and togetherness resonated with audiences around the world, and it became a massive hit, reaching number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number 2 in the United Kingdom.
The song’s impact
“Happy Together” was one of the most successful singles of the 1960s, and it helped to establish The Turtles as one of the leading pop bands of the era. The song’s enduring popularity has led to numerous covers, including versions by Elvis Presley, The Beach Boys, and Weezer. It has also been featured in numerous films and television shows, such as “The Simpsons” and “The Wonder Years”.
The legacy
“Happy Together” is a timeless classic that continues to be enjoyed by listeners of all ages. It is a reminder that love and togetherness are essential ingredients for a happy and fulfilling life.
Here are some notable accolades for “Happy Together”:
- In 2004, “Happy Together” was ranked number 377 on Rolling Stone’s list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.
- In 2007, the song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
- In 2010, the song was selected by the Library of Congress for preservation in the National Recording Registry, for being “culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant.”
Listen to Happy Together – The Turtles
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Happy Together – The Turtles Lyrics
Imagine me and you, I doI think about you day and night, it’s only right To think about the girl you love and hold her tight So happy togetherIf I should call you up, invest a dimeAnd you say you belong to me, and ease my mind Imagine how the world could be, so very fine So happy togetherI can’t see me lovin’ nobody but youFor all my life When you’re with me, baby, the skies’ll be blue For all my lifeMe and you, and you and meNo matter how they toss the dice, it had to be The only one for me is you, and you for me So happy togetherI can’t see me lovin’ nobody but youFor all my life When you’re with me, baby, the skies’ll be blue For all my lifeMe and you, and you and meNo matter how they toss the dice, it had to be The only one for me is you, and you for me So happy togetherBa-ba-ba-ba ba-ba-ba-ba ba-ba-ba ba-ba-ba-baBa-ba-ba-ba ba-ba-ba-ba ba-ba-ba ba-ba-ba-baMe and you, and you and meNo matter how they toss the dice, it had to be The only one for me is you, and you for me So happy togetherSo happy togetherAnd how is the weather? So happy together We’re happy together So happy together Happy together So happy together So happy together