single · December 1, 1958
Since I Don't Have You
Black Sheep MusicSee this day
rhythm and bluesdoom metalr&b
The Skyliners' 1958 single "Since I Don't Have You" offered a lush, orchestral ballad that stood out from the typical doo-wop sound of the era. Its melancholic tone and sophisticated arrangement made it a significant hit.
- The song was written by Joe Rock, Jimmy Beaumont, and Janet Rapp.
- It reached number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 9 on the R&B chart.
- The single was released on the independent label Black Sheep Music.
The Skyliners were a doo-wop group from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, best known for their vocal harmonies and pop-oriented sound. At the time of this single's release, they were a rising act in the late 1950s R&B and pop scene.
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