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"The Letter" is a song written by Wayne Carson that was first recorded by the American rock band the Box Tops in 1967. It was the group's first and most successful single, reaching number one on the record charts in the United States and Canada.
Apr 21, 2008 · The Letter" is a song written by Wayne Carson Thompson and made famous by The Box Tops and their singer, Alex Chilton, released in 1967 on the album of the same name. It reached number one on...
Apr 24, 2024 · When The Box Tops released their hit song “The Letter” in 1967, it quickly climbed to the top of the charts. The catchy melody and soulful vocals of lead singer Alex Chilton captivated audiences, but beyond its musical appeal, “The Letter” also holds a deeper meaning that has resonated with listeners for decades.
Watch Joe Cocker's electrifying performance of The Letter in 1970, a classic rock and soul song that topped the charts.
Jan 25, 2017 · Provided to YouTube by Arista/LegacyThe Letter · The Box TopsThe Letter/Neon Rainbow℗ Originally released 1967. All rights reserved by RCA Records, a divisio...
lyrics. Songfacts®: This song is about a guy who gets a letter from his former love telling him that she wants him back, and the guy wants to fly out and see her immediately. The Nashville songwriter Wayne Carson Thompson wrote the song after his father gave him the line, "Give me a ticket for an aeroplane."
Jun 12, 2024 · The Joe Cocker version of the Box Tops' 'The Letter' was at its No.7 peak on the Hot 100 when it was issued in the UK on June 12, 1970.
