"A Little Bit of Heaven", is a 1965 hit song recorded by

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Background

The single was released by

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. The song peaked at #16 on the

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and #4 on the Easy Listening Chart. It was also included in his album ''

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''.

Chart performance

Cover Versions

Singer

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covered the song for his "Summer Wind" album.

References

1965 singles Ronnie Dove songs Songs written by Kenny Young 1965 songs Songs written by Artie Resnick {{1960s-single-stub