Paul Anka, “Put Your Head on My Shoulder”

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On the 14^th edition of Throwback Vibez (2022), we recollect and reflect on “Put Your Head on My Shoulder” by Paul Anka.

he vibes, the vibes, those Throwback Vibez ! Throwback Vibez is a column that celebrates awesome songs from the past. The records that grace Throwback Vibez are older, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that they’re ancient – no fossils

! All genres of music are welcome – we don’t discriminate ‘round here! On the 14^th edition of Throwback Vibez

(2022), we recollect and reflect on

“Put Your Head on My Shoulder”, performed by

Paul Anka.

Theme & Lyrics

star eyes “Put your head on my shoulder / Hold me in your arms, baby / Squeeze me oh-so-tight / Show me that you love me too.” “Put Your Head on My Shoulder” is a gorgeous classic performed and written by singer/songwriter Paul Anka. Truly a throwback gem, “Put Your Head on My Shoulder” dates back to 1959 – our oldest entry on Throwback Vibez so far! Despite its age, this former no. 2 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 exemplifies timelessness. It’s a record that reminds you of the simplicity and sheer beauty of the music of the past. “Put Your Head on My Shoulder” is inoffensive lyrically – completely unobjectionable. Love is the modus operandi; a far cry from so much of contemporary music which prioritizes sex.

“People say that love’s a game

A game you just can’t win

If there’s a way

I’ll find it someday

And then this fool will rush in.”

quality content Anka delivers expressive vocals. His tone of voice and the nuance with which he performs is nothing short of sublime. The production and sound of the record is also impressive. Sure, production has evolved since Anka recorded this gem but the music is beautiful and uncluttered – it just feels right. Lovely guitar, drums, and smooth backing vocals accentuate Anka’s commanding, love-driven lead.

“Put your head on my shoulder

Whisper in my ear, baby

Words I want to her, baby

Put your head on my shoulder.”

Final Thoughts

classic What more can you say about a classic like “Put Your Head on My Shoulder?” It’s a once-in-a-lifetime, timeless song and performance. If it were a dish, we’d say that Paul Anka “put his foot in it” because it’s so delish!