Today’s installment of Han’s – Worst Hits of the 70’s is “Feelings” by Morris Albert. I must admit my first thought when I hear or think of this song is a funny one. Anyone remember Chuck Barris and The Gone Show from the late 70’s? I had a habit everyday of coming home from school and watching it on a regular basis. One of their shows- consisted only of- singers coming out and singing “Feelings.” It was hilarious. I can think of nothing else concerning this drivel that was humorous. If I recall correctly all the contestants singing “Feelings” got Gonged on the show.
There is a great quote out there from Julie Andrews about “Feelings” which is spot on- she said it is too difficult to sing because there is no meaning behind it.
It has surprisingly been covered by many artists including- Ella Fitzgerald, Glen Campbell, Sarah Vaughn, The O’Jays, Johnny Mathis, Dobie Gray, Nina Simone and countless others. Why?
“Feelings” peaked at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100 in mid- 1975. Morris Albert wrote this song- taking the lyrics to a 1957 tune by Louis Gaste called “Pour Toi.” Morris originally claimed the melody as his own and was sued by Gaste over it . Morris is a Brazilian singer –born Mauricio Alberto Kaisermann and “Feelings” is his only hit in the US.
This has to be one of the most mocked songs ever…and it deserves it. This may be the one song that cannot be saved by a great singer for reasons you mentioned.
Even Sinatra wouldn’t have been able to save this.
I like the Les Dawson version. Find him on Youtube.
You’ll have to get past the minute mark to experience the true power of his voice.
I could see this as a jingle for hemmorhoroid cream but beyond that why??????? would it have endless covers. It’s up there with “seasons in the sun” for me.
I tried listening to the version you posted, hoping it would change my opinion of the song, but no. I. just. can’t.
Don’t torture yourself!.. I think that Julie Andrews quote summed the song up- the song is about nothing.
Arghh