Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me
A 1952 standard with enduring cover versions.
Harry Noble wrote the song "Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me," which American singer Karen Chandler first released in 1952. Later renditions include Mel Carter's 1965 version and Gloria Estefan's 1994 recording.
Quick Facts
- Artist
- Karen Chandler
- B-side
- One Dream
- Released
- 1952
- Genre
- Traditional pop
- Label
- Coral
- Writer
- Harry Noble
Facts from the source article.
Track listing
Europe CD single (EPC 661080 1)
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me | Harry Noble, Jr. | 3:21 |
| 2 | Miami Hit Mix (Dr. Beat, Conga, Rhythm Is Gonna Get You, 1-2-3, Get On Your Feet) | Enrique Garcia, Gloria Estefan, John DeFaria, Jorge Casas, Clay Ostwald | 5:17 |
Europe CD-maxi single (661080 2)
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me | Harry Noble, Jr. | 3:21 |
| 2 | If We Were Lovers (Con Los Años Que Me Quedan – English Version) | Gloria Estefan, Emilio Estefan, Jr. | 4:35 |
| 3 | Miami Hit Mix (Dr. Beat, Conga, Rhythm Is Gonna Get You, 1-2-3, Get On Your Feet) | Enrique Garcia, Gloria Estefan, John DeFaria, Jorge Casas, Clay Ostwald | 5:17 |
U.K. CD-maxi single 1 (661080 2)
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me | Harry Noble, Jr. | 3:21 |
| 2 | If We Were Lovers (Con Los Años Que Me Quedan – English Version) | Gloria Estefan, Emilio Estefan, Jr. | 4:35 |
| 3 | Miami Hit Mix (Dr. Beat, Conga, Rhythm Is Gonna Get You, 1-2-3, Get On Your Feet) | Enrique Garcia, Gloria Estefan, John DeFaria, Jorge Casas, Clay Ostwald | 5:17 |
Track listing from the source article.
Did You Know?
- U2's 1995 song "Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me, Kill Me" from the soundtrack of Batman Forever references the song.
- In the 1995 film To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar, a fragment of Johnny Mathis' recording backs an internal summit point.
Gloria Estefan version
In 1994, Cuban-American singer Gloria Estefan released a cover of the song as the second single from her fourth solo album, Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me. Issued by Epic Records in November 1994, it was produced by Emilio Estefan, Jr., Jorge Casas, and Clay Ostwald. The single included a new track, "If We Were Lovers", the English version of her 1993 hit "Con Los Años Que Me Quedan". The song reached number one in Spain and Panama, and peaked at number 11 on the UK Singles Chart.
Retrospective reviews noted the song's dramatic quality. Maryann Scheufele from AXS commented on her breath control and sustained notes. A Billboard reviewer described the sounds as thrilling and elegant. Chuck Campbell of Knoxville News Sentinel called it a standout on which Estefan shines with sincerity.
Music & Media wrote that the ballad rises above the clouds like radio waves. Phil Shanklin of ReviewsRevues noted the song's cheesiness but said Estefan goes for broke by upping the drama.
Other versions
Muriel Smith released a version in 1953 that reached number three on the United Kingdom's New Musical Express chart. Sonny Til and The Orioles issued an R&B version in 1953 on Jubilee 5108. Connie Francis included a version on her 1959 album The Exciting Connie Francis. Nana Mouskouri recorded a version produced by Quincy Jones in 1962. Dick and Dee Dee released a version on their 1966 album Songs We've Sung on Shindig. Shirley Bassey covered the song on her 1969 album Does Anybody Miss Me. Bobby Vinton released a version in 1977 on the album The Name Is Love; it reached number 43 on Billboard's Easy Listening chart. She and Him performed the song on their 2013 album Volume 3. Nelson Riddle recorded an instrumental orchestral version on the 1961 album Love Tide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which label released Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me?
Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me was released by Coral.
What genre is Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me?
Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me is classified as Traditional pop.
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