“Dedicated to the One I Love” – Single by The Mamas & the Papas
from the album The Mamas & The Papas Deliver
B-side “Free Advice”
Released February 1967
LabelDunhill
Songwriters Lowman Pauling and Ralph Bass
Producer Lou Adler
Charted No. 2 in US; No.2 in UK; No.3 in Canada; No. 7 in Ireland; No.5 in Australia; No.26 in West Germany.
The lead singer on the first verse was Michelle Phillips — the first time that Phillips was given the lead.
“Dedicated To The One I Love,” a song originally written by Lowman Pauling and Ralph Bass, is a classic that has been covered by several artists, including The Mamas & the Papas. While the song was a hit for the “5” Royales, The Shirelles, The Mamas & the Papas, and Bitty McLean, it was the Mamas & the Papas’ 1966 version that gained significant recognition. The song is notable for its rich harmonies and the Mamas & the Papas’ unique vocal style.
Musicians:
According to the AFM contract sheet, the following musicians played on the track.
John Phillips – session leader; guitar
Hal Blaine – contractor; drums
Gary Coleman – percussion
Bones Howe
Larry Knechtel – keyboards
Joe Osborn – bass guitar
Denny Doherty – vocals
Tommy Tedesco – guitars
