You Were Only Fooling is the nineteenth studio album by American singer Vic Damone, released in June 1965, by Warner Records. This was his first project after leaving Capitol Records. It was produced by Jimmy Bowen.[1]
The album was well received by critics at the time of its release. Billboard Magazine stated that Damone "is in fine voice" and called the album "the most commercial LP of his career".[6]
Cash Box called it "List of Veteran favorites" stating "When it comes to smooth, easy vocalizing and a warm, honest handling of a tender balled"[7]
The Honolulu Advertiser stated that The rest of the kit such clicks as "It's Not Unusual," "I'll Never Find Another You," "For Mama" is superb!"[8]
Variety said it "showcases Damone in a neat songalog, consisting mostly of recent ballads".[9]
The San Francisco Examiner stated that "He shows his versatility here by restyling the old timer, "Careless Hands." One of the best arrangements is "And Roses and Roses," on which "Da Moan" does extra well."[10]
Record Mirror called the album "Pleasant enough set from the strangely-underrated talent, and stated that Damone has a highly professional gloss to his work, and Erine Freeman's backing aggrehations help greatly."[4]
Chart performance
The album debuted on Billboard magazine's Top LP's chart in the issue dated July 10, 1965, and remained on the chart for ten weeks, peaking at number 86.[11] It debuted on the Cashbox albums chart in the issue dated July 17, 1965, and remained on the chart for a total of 5 weeks, peaking at number 91.[12] and was not considered a success, either aesthectically or at the cashbox.[1]
"You Were Only Fooling" debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 in the issue dated April 17, 1965, eventually reaching number 30 during a ten-week stay on the chart.[15] The song reached number eight on the magazine's Easy Listening chart.,[14] and number 28 on the Cashbox singles chart.[16] The song marked his last of 40 hits on the Hot 100.[15][17]
