This was written in swinging London in 1966 by Cat Stevens. It was almost released as Cat's first single, but "I Love My Dog" was thought to be stronger. After "I Love My Dog's" success, "Here Comes My Baby" was shelved for several months. The Tremeloes picked it up and it became their breakthrough hit in America and their first hit in the UK since their lead singer Brian Poole left them. The song's success helped establish Cat Stevens as a songwriter and he included it on his first album Matthew And Son.
The Tremeloes' version leaves out the final verse from Cat Stevens' original.
Steven's jazzy original was more laid back than The Tremeloes infectiously upbeat, goodtime jamboree feel that they bought to their version. However, all the general jollity disguised the fact it was actually quite a sad breakup song.
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