About the song
Frankie Avalon’s song “Venus” is a timeless classic that became a defining moment in his music career. Released in 1959, this song quickly rose to prominence and became one of the most memorable hits of the late 1950s. “Venus” is a romantic ballad that captures the essence of young love and the longing for a perfect partner. Its lyrics are a heartfelt plea to the Roman goddess of love, Venus, asking her to bring the singer his ideal girl.
The song’s melody is smooth and captivating, complemented by Avalon’s gentle and earnest vocals. “Venus” was not only a commercial success but also a cultural phenomenon. It reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, where it stayed for five weeks. The song’s success solidified Frankie Avalon’s place as one of the leading teen idols of the era. His clean-cut image and charming voice resonated with a generation of young listeners, making him a household name.
“Venus” is often remembered for its simple yet powerful expression of youthful dreams and desires. The song’s popularity was further boosted by Avalon’s appearances on television and in films, where he often performed the song, adding to its widespread appeal.
Even decades later, “Venus” continues to be a beloved classic, often featured in oldies collections and nostalgic retrospectives of the 1950s. For many, the song represents an era of innocence and the universal hope of finding true love. Frankie Avalon’s “Venus” is more than just a song; it’s a symbol of an entire generation’s hopes and dreams, and it remains a cherished piece of music history.
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Lyrics
Hey, Venus! Oh, Venus!
Hey, Venus! Oh, Venus!
Venus, if you will
Please send a little girl for me to thrill
A girl who wants my kisses and my arms
A girl with all the charms of you
Venus, make her fair
A lovely girl with sunlight in her hair
And take the brightest stars up in the skies
And place them in her eyes for me
Venus, goddess of love that you are
Surely the things I ask
Can’t be too great a task
Venus, if you do
I promise that I always will be true
I’ll give her all the love I have to give
As long as we both shall live
Hey, Venus! Oh, Venus!
Make my dreams come true
Hey, Venus! Oh, Venus!