I'm a Believer facts for kids
"I'm a Believer" is a very famous song that many people love! It was first written by the amazing musician Neil Diamond. Then, a popular band called The Monkees recorded it in 1966. This song quickly became a huge hit, reaching number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. It stayed at the top for seven weeks, which is a long time!
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Popular Versions of the Song
After The Monkees made "I'm a Believer" famous, other artists also recorded their own versions. This is called a cover song.
The Monkees' Big Hit
The Monkees' recording of "I'm a Believer" was released as a single in 1966. It was incredibly popular and quickly climbed to the top of the music charts. Its catchy tune and fun lyrics made it a favorite for many years.
Later Cover Songs
Many years later, in 2001, the band Smash Mouth recorded their own version of "I'm a Believer." This version was featured in the popular animated movie Shrek, which made the song popular with a new generation of fans. Also in 2001, the famous actor and singer Eddie Murphy sang his own cover of the song. Before that, in 1985, singer Barbara Mandrell also released her version of the song.
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See also
In Spanish: I'm a Believer para niños
