About the song
Let’s take a trip down memory lane with “Corinna, Corinna” by the talented Ray Peterson. This timeless ballad, originally released in 1960 as a single, showcases Peterson’s soulful vocals and heartfelt delivery.
Written by Mitchell Parish, J. Mayo Williams, and Bo Chatman, “Corinna, Corinna” is a classic example of the blues-infused rock and roll sound that dominated the airwaves in the late 1950s and early 1960s. With its catchy melody and heartfelt lyrics, the song quickly became a favorite among audiences of all ages.
Upon its release, “Corinna, Corinna” achieved considerable success on the charts, reaching the number 9 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. Its commercial success solidified Ray Peterson’s status as one of the leading voices of the era and earned him widespread acclaim as a master of the ballad genre.
One of the standout features of “Corinna, Corinna” is its universal themes of love and heartache, which resonate with listeners of all backgrounds and generations. Peterson’s emotive delivery brings these themes to life, creating a timeless masterpiece that continues to be celebrated to this day.
So, if you’re in the mood for a heartfelt ballad that will transport you to a bygone era of music, look no further than Ray Peterson’s “Corinna, Corinna”. Let this classic track serenade you with its soulful melody and timeless charm.
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Lyrics
I love Corinna, tell the world I do
I love Corinna, tell the world I do
I pray every night she’d learn to love me tooCorinna, Corinna
Corinna, Corinna
Corinna, Corinna
I love you soOh little darling where you’ve been so long?
Oh little darling where you’ve been so long?
I ain’t had no lovin’ since you’ve been goneCorinna, Corinna
Corinna, Corinna
Corinna, Corinna
I love you soI left Corinna way across the sea
Oh me I left Corinna way across the sea
If you see Corinna send her home to meCorinna, Corinna
Corinna, Corinna
Corinna, Corinna
I love you soCorinna, Corinna
Corinna, Corinna
Corinna, Corinna
I love you so
Oh darling don’t you know
I love you so
FADE:
Darling don’t you know
I love you so