About the song
You Are My Destiny is a song written and performed by Paul Anka, a Canadian-American singer and songwriter. The song was recorded in September 1957 and released in late fall 1957 by ABC-Paramount Records. It was one of Anka’s first hits, reaching number seven on the US Billboard Hot 100, number fourteen on the R&B chart, and number two in Canada. The song was also released in the UK, where it reached number six .
The song is a romantic ballad that expresses the narrator’s devotion to his lover, who is his destiny, reverie, happiness and dream come true. The song has a simple melody and a catchy chorus that repeats the title phrase. The song features Anka’s smooth vocals and a backing orchestra that includes strings, piano, drums and saxophone.
You Are My Destiny has been covered by many artists, such as Lionel Richie, Donny Osmond, Bobby Darin, Neil Sedaka, Connie Francis, Andy Williams and Michael Bublé. The song has also been used in several movies and TV shows, such as The Longest Day, The Godfather Part III, Gilmore Girls and Mad Men .
Oldies Music