Beggin
Frankie Valli (And Four Seasons) · Working My Way Back To You [2012]
I'm begging
(Begging) begging
Put your loving hand out, baby
(Begging) begging you
Put your loving hand out, baby
Riding high when I was king
Played it hard and fast
Cause I had everything
You walked away, won me then
But easy come and easy go
And it would end
(Begging) I'm begging you
Won't you give your hand out, baby
(Begging) begging
Put your loving hand out, baby
I need you to understand
That I tried so hard
To be your man
The kind of man you want in the end
Only then can I begin to live again
An empty shell
Used to be
Shadow of my life
Is hanging over me
Broken man without a throne
Wont even stand the devils dance
To win my soul
(Begging) begging you
Won't you give your hand out, baby
(Begging) begging you
Put your loving hand out, baby
I'm fighting hard
To hold my own
No, I just cant make it
All alone
I'm holdin on
I can't fall back
Now that big brass ring
Is a shade of black
(Begging) I'm begging you
Won't you give your hand out, baby
(Begging) begging
Put your loving hand out, baby
(Begging) begging you
Beggin
Frankie Valli's 'Beggin' stands as a cornerstone of the Four Seasons' legacy, originally recorded in 1962. The track exemplifies the group's signature blend of soulful vocals and polished pop production, featuring Valli's distinctive baritone that became a defining element of their sound. Released on the album 'Working My Way Back To You [2012]', the song captures the emotional intensity of the early sixties, reflecting themes of longing and romantic pursuit common in the era's R&B-influenced pop. Its enduring popularity stems from its melodic structure and Valli's powerful delivery, cementing its place in the canon of classic American rock and roll. The recording remains a testament to the band's ability to craft anthems that resonate across generations, showcasing the seamless integration of vocal prowess with sophisticated musical arrangement.