Paul Anka - Having My Baby (Live in New York)

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Paul Anka's (You're) Having My Baby, released in 1974, is a personal and heartfelt song that celebrates the joy of impending fatherhood and the love between a couple. Anka wrote the song as a tribute to his wife, Anne de Zogheb, and their shared experience of having children together. At the time, they were parents to several daughters, and Anka wanted to express his gratitude and admiration for the sacrifices women make during pregnancy.

The song, performed as a duet with Odia Coates, became a commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. However, it also sparked controversy due to its lyrics, with some critics accusing it of being overly sentimental or diminishing the role of women in the decision to have a child. Despite the mixed reception, the song remains a classic example of Anka's ability to connect deeply with personal themes, and it resonated with many fans for its sincere expression of love and family.