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and originally released in 1956 by

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wrote English lyrics for it. The English version was titled "Padre". In 1958 it was released as a

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. Her version peaked at number 13 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 and sold over million copies in the United States. In 1970

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said that "Padre" by Toni Arden was his favorite song. He recorded his version on Saturday, May 15, 1971. His recording was released on his 1973 album ''Elvis'' ("The Fool").

Track listings

Toni Arden version

Single (1958) # "Padre" # "All At Once"

References

External links

Toni Arden – Padre / All At Once
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