This Is My Song -
Despite her reservations, the song reached No. 1 in the UK and No. 3 in the US in 1967. 2. The 1934 Hymn (A Song of Peace)
This version is a beloved poem written by in 1934, later set to the "Finlandia" melody composed by Jean Sibelius . THIS IS MY SONG
Chaplin eventually offered the song to his neighbor in Switzerland, Petula Clark . Clark famously disliked the "old-fashioned" English lyrics and tried to block the single's release. Despite her reservations, the song reached No
Written by cinema legend for his film A Countess from Hong Kong , this version became an international success. 3. "This Is My Story
Chaplin wrote the song as a throwback to the 1930s shipboard romances. He was so determined to have Al Jolson sing it that he only believed Jolson had passed away (years earlier in 1950) after being shown a photo of his headstone.
Written between the two World Wars, the hymn emphasizes a global message of peace and mutual understanding.
It is featured in various denominational hymnals, including The New Century Hymnal and the United Methodist Hymnal . 3. "This Is My Story, This Is My Song"