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21/09/1963 'Blue Velvet' at #1 on US singles chart

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BOBBY VINTON-BLUE VELVET

"Blue Velvet" is a popular song that was written and composed in 1950 by Bernie Wayne and Lee Morris. A top 20 hit for Tony Bennett in its original 1951 version, the song has since been re-recorded many times, with Bobby Vinton's 1963 version reaching #1.
    • Essentials 

    • Release facts 

    • Inspiration/ Composition 

    • Tony Bennett original version and 1951 covers 

    • The Clovers version 

    • The Statues version 

    • Background 

    • Lana Del Rey version 

    • Music video 

    • Critical reception 

    • Credits and personnel 

    • Other recordings 

    • Use in film soundtracks