Wanted (Perry Como song)

Last updated
"Wanted"
Single by Perry Como
B-side "Look Out The Window (And See How I'm Standing In The Rain)"
Released1954 (1954)
RecordedDecember 29, 1953
Manhattan Center, New York City
Label RCA Victor
Songwriter(s) Jack Fulton
Lois Steele
Perry Como singles chronology
"You Alone (Solo Tu)"
(1953)
"Wanted"
(1954)
"Idle Gossip"
(1954)

"Wanted" is a popular song written by Jack Fulton and Lois Steele. A recording by Perry Como was the most popular version, reaching No. 1 in the US. Al Martino also recorded a version which reached No. 4 in the UK. [1]

Contents

Background

Perry Como recorded a version on December 29, 1953. This song was accompanied by Hugo Winterhalter's orchestra and chorus, and it was recorded at Manhattan Center, New York City. [2] It was released by RCA Victor as catalog number 20-5647 (in US) [3] and by EMI on the His Master's Voice label as catalog number B 10691. [4] The flip side of the US version was "Look Out The Window (And See How I'm Standing In The Rain)". [5] Como's version of "Wanted" reached No. 1 on Billboard's chart in 1954. [6] It was the most played song on radio as well as on jukebox in the US in 1954, and the second best-selling song of the year. [7]

Charts

Chart (1954)Peak
position
UK Singles (OCC) [8] 4
US Best Sellers in Stores (Billboard) [9] 1
US Cash Box [10] 1

Other recordings

Related Research Articles

"Because" is a song with music and lyrics by Guy d'Hardelot and English lyrics by Edward Teschemacher, originally published in 1902.

"If I Give My Heart to You" is a popular song written by Jimmy Brewster, Jimmie Crane, and Al Jacobs. The most popular versions of the song were recorded by Doris Day and by Denise Lor; both charted in 1954.

"Wheel of Fortune" is a popular song written by Bennie Benjamin and George David Weiss and published in 1951. It is best remembered in the 1952 hit version by Kay Starr.

"'A' You're Adorable" is a popular song with music by Sid Lippman and lyrics by Buddy Kaye and Fred Wise, published in 1948.

"More" is a popular song with music by Alex Alstone and lyrics by Tom Glazer, published in 1956. The best-known version of the song was recorded by Perry Como on May 8, 1956, alongside, Mitchell Ayres and His Orchestra and The Ray Charles Singers.

"(There's No Place Like) Home for the Holidays" is a popular song, commonly associated with the Christmas and holiday season. The lyrics detail the joys of being in your home community during the holidays and give examples of how some people will travel long distances to be with their loved ones.

"Don't Let the Stars Get in Your Eyes" is a country song about a man away from home who is worried that his paramour may unwittingly stray from their relationship. The song was recorded in many different styles by many artists. It was written by Winston L. Moore and published in 1952. Perry Como's recording of the song became a No. 1 hit in both the US and UK.

"Tina Marie" is a popular song. It was written by Bob Merrill and was published in 1955, and performed by Perry Como with an accompaniment with Mitchell Ayres and His Orchestra with The Ray Charles Singers.

"If " is a popular song with music written by Tolchard Evans and the lyrics written by Robert Hargreaves and Stanley J. Damerell. The song was written in 1934, but the most popular versions were recorded in 1950-1951. Perry Como's version, recorded November 28, 1950, was a number-one hit on the Billboard charts for eight weeks. The Como version was released under the following labels and catalog numbers:

"And That Reminds Me", also known as "My Heart Reminds Me", is a popular song.

"Dream Along with Me " is a popular song, written by Carl Sigman. The song is most associated with Perry Como as his theme song to his TV show.

"Forever and Ever" is a popular song, from a German song, "Fliege mit mir in die Heimat" written by the Austrian songwriter Franz Winkler. It was adopted by the German Luftwaffe as their song during World War II. The English lyrics were written by Malia Rosa in 1948. It was originally recorded by Gracie Fields with Robert Farnon's Orchestra on 23 October 1948 and released on Decca F9031. Her version was subsequently released in the USA on London 362 and it charted briefly in 1949.

"Anema e core" is a popular song.

"Prisoner of Love" is a 1931 popular song, with music by Russ Columbo and Clarence Gaskill and lyrics by Leo Robin.

"Mandolins in the Moonlight" is a popular song, written by George David Weiss and Aaron Schroeder.

"A Dreamer's Holiday" is a popular song. The music was written by Mabel Wayne, the lyrics by Kim Gannon. The song was published in 1949. Hit versions of the song were recorded by Perry Como and Buddy Clark.

"So Far" is a show tune from the 1947 Rodgers and Hammerstein musical Allegro when it was introduced by the character "Beulah" played by Gloria Wills.

"I Had the Craziest Dream" is a popular song which was published in 1942. The music was written by Harry Warren, the lyrics by Mack Gordon.

"To Know You " is a popular song. The music was written by Robert Allen, the lyrics by Allan Roberts. The song was published in 1952.

"Hoop-Dee-Doo" is a popular song published in 1950 with music by Milton De Lugg and lyrics by Frank Loesser.

References

  1. "Al Martino". The Official Charts Company.
  2. "Perry Como Discography". Kokomo.ca. Retrieved January 1, 2019.
  3. "RCA Victor 20-5500 - 20-6000 78rpm numerical listing discography". 78discography.com. Retrieved 2 May 2021.
  4. "45worlds.com". 45worlds.com. Retrieved January 1, 2019.
  5. "This Week Best Buy". Billboard. February 8, 1954. p. 30.
  6. Whitburn, Joel (1986). Joel Whitburn's Pop Memories 1890-1954 . Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin: Record Research Inc. p.  100. ISBN   0-89820-083-0.
  7. "1954's Top Popular Records". Billboard. December 25, 1954. p. 17.
  8. "Perry Como: Artist Chart History". Official Charts Company.
  9. "The Billboard Popularity Chart > Best Sellers in Stores". Billboard. April 24, 1954. p. 38.
  10. "The Cash Box Best-Selling Singles: Week ending April 17, 1954". Tropicalglen.com.
  11. Roberts, David (2005). British Hit Singles & Albums. London: Guinness World Records. p. 325. ISBN   1-904994-00-8.