single · January 1, 1964

Mr. Lonely

Bobby Vinton

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"Mr. Lonely," released in 1964, became Bobby Vinton's signature song and a definitive example of the melancholic ballad, reaching number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

• The song was originally recorded by Bobby Vinton in 1962 but was not released as a single until January 1, 1964.
• "Mr. Lonely" reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 3 on the R&B chart.
• The song was re-recorded by Vinton in 1970 for his album 'The Bobby Vinton Show'.

Bobby Vinton is an American singer, songwriter, and actor, known for his distinctive baritone voice and romantic ballads. He rose to fame in the early 1960s with a string of pop hits.