: The song was part of a double-sided hit with "Baby I'm Burnin'" . Interestingly, while Parton wrote the disco-influenced "Baby I'm Burnin'," Billy Vera—a pop artist—penned the more traditional country-sounding "I Really Got the Feeling".
: The lyrics tell a story of immediate, profound love. The narrator expresses that they felt a deep connection from the very first meeting, regardless of external opinions, such as their father's.
"I Really Got the Feeling" is a classic country song written by and famously performed by Dolly Parton . Released in late 1978, it became Parton's fourth consecutive #1 hit on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. The Story Behind the Song
: Despite its commercial success, some critics at the time considered the lyrics to be somewhat simplistic compared to Parton’s own prolific songwriting. Nevertheless, her performance was highly praised for its warmth and sincerity. Key Musical Facts
: "I felt it from the moment we met, you didn't ask me my sign... I really got the feeling that I'll love you 'til my dying day". I Really Got the Feeling