: The song’s melancholic lyrics about having "no plans or schemes" without a loved one have made it a standard in American pop music. The Guns N' Roses Revival (1993)

: Released as a single in 1994, the GN'R version reached No. 69 on the Hot 100 and broke into the Top 10 in the UK.

: It was one of the first doo-wop hits to feature a full orchestral string section, a bold move that helped it reach No. 12 on the Billboard Hot 100.

: The song has been recorded by a diverse array of artists, including Don McLean , Art Garfunkel , and The Brian Setzer Orchestra , proving its universal appeal across genres.

Beyond music, the title and theme have permeated other forms of entertainment: