Shirley Bassey - One Less Bell to Answer (1972 Recording)

1972 - Shirley Bassey recorded and released the song, “One Less Bell to Answer“ on her 1972 album titled, “Shirley Bassey - I Capricorn“. Shirley has recorded several Burt Bacharach songs over the years. ABOUT This song: “One Less Bell to Answer“ is a song written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David. Originally written in 1967 for Keely Smith, the song was rediscovered in late 1969 by Bones Howe, the producer for the 5th Dimension, and the song was included on the group's 1970 debut album for Bell Records, Portrait. Lead vocals on the single were sung by Marilyn McCoo. “One Less Bell to Answer“ was a platinum record. The song peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 behind “My Sweet Lord“ by George Harrison for the weeks of December 26, 1970 and January 2, 1971. On other US charts, it went to number one on the Adult Contemporary chart, as well as No. 4 on the Best Selling Soul Singles chart. ABOUT Shirley's Album, “I Capri