About The Song
“Hey Paula” is an American love song performed by the pop singing duo Paul & Paula in 1962. It topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart on February 9, 1963, as well as the Hot R&B Singles chart and Canada’s CHUM Chart for three weeks. The song was written by Ray Hildebrand, one half of the duo. Hildebrand and Jill Jackson, both students at Howard Payne College in Texas, comprised Paul & Paula. Their rendition of “Hey Paula” garnered significant attention after being performed on a local radio show, leading to a record deal.
“Hey Paula” encapsulates the essence of young love and the longing to be together. Its timeless portrayal of pure emotions and desires resonates with audiences, making it a beloved classic. While Paul & Paula’s fame waned over time, their hit song “Hey Paula” continues to be cherished as a representation of early 1960s pop music and the innocence of youthful romance.
Lyrics
[Verse 1: Ray Hildebrand]
Hey, hey, Paula
I wanna marry you
Hey, hey Paula
No one else could ever do
I've waited so long for school to be through
Paula, I can't wait no more for you
My love, my love
[Chorus: Ray Hildebrand & Jill Jackson]
True love means planning a life for two
Being together the whole day through
True love means waiting and hoping that soon
Wishes we made will come true
My love, my love
[Verse 2: Jill Jackson]
Hey, Paul
I've been waiting for you
Hey, hey, hey Paul
I want to marry you, too
If you love me true, if you love me still
Our love will always be real
My love, my love
[Chorus: Ray Hildebrand & Jill Jackson]
True love means planning a life for two
Being together the whole day through
True love means waiting and hoping that soon
Wishes we made will come true
My love, my love