On My Word Of Honor
The Platters · Other Songs - The Platters
All my love belongs to you
You put your faith in me
You'll see how true I'll be
On my word of honor
You can trust me with your heart
And I pledge mine to you
It's your's my whole life through
Let these lips never kiss you
Again if they're telling you a lie
If forever and ever and ever and ever and ever
Cross my heart and hope to die
On my word of honor
You mean everything to me
I swear by stars above
I'll keep my word my love
Let these lips never kiss you
Again if they're telling you a lie
If forever and ever and ever and ever and ever
Cross my heart and hope to die
On my word of honor
You mean everything to me
I swear by stars above
I'll keep my word my love
My love
On My Word Of Honor
The Platters' 1960 recording of 'On My Word Of Honor' stands as a quintessential example of the group's signature vocal arrangement style. The track features the ensemble's signature call-and-response structure, where lead singer Tony Williams delivers a soaring, emotive solo supported by the distinctive harmonies of the backing group. As one of their most recognizable hits, the song exemplifies the doo-wop and soul influences that defined The Platters' career during the early 1960s. Its enduring popularity stems from the seamless blend of gospel-inspired intensity and pop sensibility, creating a timeless sound that remains a staple of classic American R&B. The recording showcases the group's ability to craft lush, layered textures that elevated their status as one of the era's most influential vocal acts.