The song “It’s Only Make Believe“ was originally written by Conway Twitty and Jack Nance, released in 1958.
Song Popularity
Conway Twitty’s version of “It’s Only Make Believe“ hit number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States and also reached number 1 on the UK Singles Chart.
Song Cover
The song was later covered by country singer Ronnie McDowell in 1988.
The song has been covered by a number of artists, including Billy Fury, Child, and Ronnie McDowell, whose recording features contributions from Twitty. Glen Campbell had a top 10 hit with the song in 1970.
Background
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People see us everywhere
They think you really care
But myself I can’t deceive
I know it’s only make believe.
My one and only prayer is that some day you’ll care,
My hopes, my dreams come true, my one and only you.
No one will ever know how much I love you so
My only prayer will b