Put Your Head on My Shoulder was written by Paul Anka in 1958 and became one of the singers most popular songs. At the time, Anka was looking to create a song that was soft and romantic, reflecting the amorous experiences of youth. The song stands out for its smooth vocal arrangement and appealing melody. It ultimately became a timeless hit, beloved by generations for its sincere message and emotive vocal delivery.
Key: G
Introduction:
G
Em
Am
D7(b9)
G
C
G
Em
Put your head on my shoulder
Am
D#º
G
Em
Hold me in your arms, ba..by
Am
D#º
G
Em
Squeeze me, oh, so tight, show me
Am
D#º
G
Em
G
That you love me, too
Em
Put your lips next to mine, dear
Am
D#º
G
Em
Won't you kiss me once, ba..by
Am
D#º
G
Em
Am
Just a kiss goodnight, may..be, you
D#º
G
C
G
And I will fall in love
D
G
People say that love's a game
D
G
A game, you just can't win
F#7
Bm
If there's a way, I'll find it some day
A7
D
And then, this fool will rush in
Em
Put your head on my shoulder
Am
D#º
G
Em
Whisper in my ear, baby
Am
D#º
G
Em
Words I want to hear, tell me
Am
D#º
G
Tell me that you love me too
Ab
(Tell me that you love me too)
Fm
Put your head on my shoulder
Bbm
Eb7(b9)
Ab
Fm
Whisper in my ear, baby
Bbm
Eb7(b9)
Ab
Fm
Words I want to hear, baby
Bbm
Eb
Ab
Fm
Bbm
Eb7(b9)
Ab
Put your head on my shoulder A fifties smash from Kraziekhat.