Song

Wishin' and Hopin'

by Dusty Springfield

Wishin' and Hopin' is a 1964 song by Dusty Springfield, 2:55 long, which peaked at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun.

Top 10 hit (#6) Karaoke version available

Released 1964 Hot 100 peak #6 · 13 weeks Length 2:55 Soul, Pop

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Performance tips

• Bring a playful, rhythmic, and slightly conversational vocal style
• Focus on the melodic, bouncy delivery of the advice-themed lyrics
• Maintain a bright and charming pop-soul energy

Karaoke versions

There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its catalog.

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More songs by Dusty Springfield

• I Only Want to Be with You1963 · 2:36
• The Look of Love1967 · 3:31
• Son of a Preacher Man1968 · 2:26
• Spooky1970 · 2:40
• You Don't Have to Say You Love Me1966 · 2:48

All songs by Dusty Springfield