A schmaltzy yet irresistible number from the 20th Century Fox musical Sing, Baby, Sing--in which it was introduced by the recently departed Tony Martin, making his film debut at the time. The song became an instant favorite of the big band orchestras of the day. In later decades, it became a lesser heard but beloved standard among a wide range of performers.
Lyrics:
When did you leave Heaven?
How could they let you go?
How's ev'rything in Heaven?
I'd like to know.
Why did you trade Heaven
For all these earthly things?
Where did you hide your halo?
Where did you lose your wings?
Have they missed you?
Can you get back in?
If I kissed you,
Would it be a sin?
I am only human,
But you are so divine.
When did you leave Heaven,
Angel mine?
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