| "Making Memories" | ||||
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| Single by Frankie Laine | ||||
| B-side | "The Moment of Truth" | |||
| Released | April 1967 (U.S.) | |||
| Length | 2:55 | |||
| Label | ABC | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Larry Kusik, Eddie Snyder | |||
| Producer(s) | Bob Thiele | |||
| Frankie Laine singles chronology | ||||
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"Making Memories" is a song originally recorded by Frankie Laine in 1967. It became a U.S. Top 40 hit, reaching #35, and an Easy Listening hit, peaking at #2.
| Chart (1967) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Canada RPM Top Singles [1] | 41 |
| US Billboard Hot 100 [2] | 35 |
| US Billboard Easy Listening | 2 |
| US Cash Box Top 100 [3] | 41 |
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