When Will I Be Loved – Everly Brothers

Saturday Night Beech-Nut Show. July 09, 1960. This is a re-post by request. Although the low audio issue has been corrected, this transfer still has some audio issues at the very end. It sounds like it was during the transfer.

“When Will I Be Loved” is a classic song written by Phil Everly of the Everly Brothers. The song was originally released in 1960 as a single by the Everly Brothers, featuring Phil’s distinctive tenor vocals and Don’s harmony. It became one of their most well-known and enduring hits.

The lyrics of the song convey a sense of heartbreak and longing, with the narrator expressing the pain of unrequited love and wondering when they will find true love or be loved in return. The melancholic yet catchy melody, coupled with the Everly Brothers’ signature harmonies, contributed to the song’s popularity.

The Everly Brothers, consisting of brothers Don and Phil Everly, were influential figures in the early rock and roll era. They were known for their tight harmonies and played a significant role in shaping the sound of rock and pop music in the late 1950s and early 1960s. “When Will I Be Loved” is considered one of their classic tracks and has been covered by various artists over the years, further solidifying its place in the realm of timeless music.