Truly

"Truly" by Lionel Richie is originally in the key of D major. Released in 1982, it was Richie’s debut solo single after leaving the Commodores. The song was both written and performed by Lionel Richie and became a significant hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. A notable piece of trivia is that "Truly" earned Richie a Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance in 1983. The melody of "Truly" is characterized by its smooth and gentle progression, typical of a romantic ballad, featuring Richie's distinctive vocal style and emotive delivery.