Released in early 1960, it reached No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 . Their arrangement—with its distinctive harmony scheme—became the definitive template for all subsequent covers. Setlist Context: Melbourne 1989
While the Melbourne performance is iconic, the song itself has a deep history:
In September 1989, the Everly Brothers headlined a major Australian event titled which was broadcast on Channel 7. Held at the Melbourne Entertainment Centre , the concert featured other icons of the era, including Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis, Bo Diddley, and Leslie Gore.
The Everly Brothers recorded the English version in December 1959 at Bell Studios in New York. It was a significant departure for them: It was their first session recorded outside of Nashville.
Their performance of "Let It Be Me" stood out for its emotional depth and precision. Despite their well-documented personal estrangement during this period, their "blood harmony"—the near-telepathic vocal blending unique to siblings—remained flawless. Fans often cite the 1989 Melbourne version as "pure magic," noting that the brothers' voices still delivered chills and set a standard for vocal harmony that inspired generations. Origins and Impact of "Let It Be Me"
During the Melbourne concert, "Let It Be Me" was part of a larger set of their classic hits. The televised broadcast included: Let It Be Me ~~ Everly Brothers, Melbourne, 1989 #CM708090S
The song was originally published in French in 1955 as "Je t'appartiens" by Gilbert Bécaud.
Released in early 1960, it reached No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 . Their arrangement—with its distinctive harmony scheme—became the definitive template for all subsequent covers. Setlist Context: Melbourne 1989
While the Melbourne performance is iconic, the song itself has a deep history:
In September 1989, the Everly Brothers headlined a major Australian event titled which was broadcast on Channel 7. Held at the Melbourne Entertainment Centre , the concert featured other icons of the era, including Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis, Bo Diddley, and Leslie Gore.
The Everly Brothers recorded the English version in December 1959 at Bell Studios in New York. It was a significant departure for them: It was their first session recorded outside of Nashville.
Their performance of "Let It Be Me" stood out for its emotional depth and precision. Despite their well-documented personal estrangement during this period, their "blood harmony"—the near-telepathic vocal blending unique to siblings—remained flawless. Fans often cite the 1989 Melbourne version as "pure magic," noting that the brothers' voices still delivered chills and set a standard for vocal harmony that inspired generations. Origins and Impact of "Let It Be Me"
During the Melbourne concert, "Let It Be Me" was part of a larger set of their classic hits. The televised broadcast included: Let It Be Me ~~ Everly Brothers, Melbourne, 1989 #CM708090S
The song was originally published in French in 1955 as "Je t'appartiens" by Gilbert Bécaud.
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