Bob, Hi!
The song is “ Make Believe “ on the “ Life “ Label and it peaked at #28 in 1969 according to Billboard Chart.
This was studio group featuring Tony Orlando before his pre – Dawn days. The song was written by Joey Levine and Bo Gentry. Joey was part of the groups, “ The Ohio Express “ with hits like “ Yummy, Yummy, Yummy” (Their biggest hit – Top 5 in 1968), “ Chewy Chewy “ and “ Down At Lulu’s “ and “ Reunion “ who’s only hit was a top 10 in 1974 “ Life Is A Rock (But The Radio Rolled Me)”. Bo has written songs for Tommy James And The Shondells.
One of their songs written partly by Bo was “ Mony Mony “ – Top 5 in 1968. Check out this link for more information concerning this song: http://www.classic45s.com/product_info.php?products_id=13873&cPath=21_24_33 The lyrics to this song are via the link as shown below: http://home.att.net/~bubblegumusic/songmakebelieve.htm
Have a great day!
Take Care!
God Bless!
Paul Carter Jr.
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