The song was recorded in August 1958 and released as a single on , by ABC-Paramount.

: Realizing no song at the time perfectly captured that specific feeling of teenage closeness, Anka returned to his hotel room and wrote the lyrics in a single evening. Release and Chart Success

: During record hops and concerts, he noticed teenagers tenderly holding each other with their heads resting on one another's shoulders while listening to slow ballads.

Anka was inspired to write the song after observing his fans during live performances.

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Paul Anka Put Your Hands On My Shoulder