This 1964 single became the highest-selling record by Philles Records and was the best-selling single of 1965 in the United States. It is often cited as a prime example of the "Wall of Sound" production technique.
- The song was written by Barry Mann, Cynthia Weil, and Phil Spector.
- It reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in November 1964.
- The song was the first release by Philles Records to hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
The Righteous Brothers were an American singing duo, notable for their dramatic interpretations of soul ballads and rock anthems. At the time of this 1964 single, they were riding a wave of success, having recently charted with "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'".
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