About the song
“Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” is most associated with Frankie Valli, though it was written by Bob Crewe and Bob Gaudio, who was also a member of The Four Seasons. Here’s a breakdown of some key points about the song:
- Original Release: 1967 (as a single by Frankie Valli)
- Genre: Pop Rock, Pop
- Songwriters: Bob Crewe and Bob Gaudio
- Artist: Frankie Valli (though sometimes attributed to The Four Seasons)
- Chart Performance: Reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100
The song is a classic expression of love and infatuation. The lyrics describe the singer’s intense attraction to someone and his inability to look away. It’s become a popular choice for weddings, romantic movies, and karaoke nights due to its catchy melody and timeless theme.
Here are some additional things you might find interesting:
- The song was initially shelved by The Four Seasons’ record company due to concerns about the band breaking up.
- Frankie Valli has said he feels lucky the song became a hit, as it led to other successful songs for him.
- “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” has been covered by many artists over the years, further solidifying its place in pop culture.
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Lyrics
You’re just too good to be true
Can’t take my eyes off of you
You’d be like Heaven to touch
I wanna hold you so much
At long last, love has arrived
And I thank God I’m alive
You’re just too good to be true
Can’t take my eyes off of you
Pardon the way that I stare
There’s nothin’ else to compare
The sight of you leaves me weak
There are no words left to speak
But if you feel like I feel
Please let me know that it’s real
You’re just too good to be true
Can’t take my eyes off of you
I love you, baby
And if it’s quite alright
I need you, baby
To warm the lonely night
I love you, baby
Trust in me when I say
Oh, pretty baby
Don’t bring me down, I pray
Oh, pretty baby
Now that I’ve found you, stay
And let me love you, baby
Let me love you
You’re just too good to be true
Can’t take my eyes off of you
You’d be like Heaven to touch
I wanna hold you so much
At long last, love has arrived
And I thank God I’m alive
You’re just too good to be true
Can’t take my eyes off you
I love you, baby
And if it’s quite alright
I need you, baby
To warm the lonely night
I love you, baby
Trust in me when I say
Oh, pretty baby
Don’t bring me down, I pray
Oh, pretty baby
Now that I’ve found you, stay
Oh, pretty baby
Trust in me when I say
Oh, pretty baby