I Say a Little Prayer

About I Say a Little Prayer

I Say a Little Prayer is a classic song written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David, initially recorded by Dionne Warwick in 1966. Released as a single in 1967, the song peaked at number four on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and number eight on the R&B chart. The lyrics reflect a woman's devotion as she prays daily for her partner, who is implied to be serving in the Vietnam War. Warwick's rendition is characterized by its elegant arrangement in G major, showcasing Bacharach's signature style. .

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About this song

Credited to

Aretha Franklin

Album

Greatest Hits Ever · Track 5 of 51

Released

March 26, 2021

Duration

3:33

Ranking

#1 most played Aretha Franklin track on Foxsoundi

On Last.fm

968,194 listeners on Last.fm

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From the album: Greatest Hits Ever