Dec. 11, 1964 - Taking the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 today was Bobby Vinton’s performance of “Mr. Lonely.” Vinton is backed by Robert Mersey and his Orchestra on the recording, which was first released on Vinton’s 1962 album. “Roses are Red.”
Vinton began writing the song in the late 1950’s, while serving in the Army. The lyrics describe a soldier who is sent overseas and has no communication with his home. The singer laments his condition and wishes for someone to talk with.
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