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A Whiter Shade Of Pale
Procol Harum

The song nobody understands - even the writer Keith Reid couldn't explain it. It's topped the 100 poll and is consistently popular since its 1967 release.

Procul Harum Song facts

Composer
Brooker/Reid

Genre 
Pop

Release
1967 

UK Chart
Position
1

In cover versions

Michael Bolton

Another gustsy performance from American power balladeer Michael Bolton. One for the ladies?

Listen to Michael Bolton   Listen to Michael Bolton's version of A Whiter Shade of Pale

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Procul Harum
75%
Joe Cocker
10%
Jose Feliciano
3%
Micheal Bolton
12%

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A brilliant and moving song, years ahead of its time.
Mike Sloman
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