He relented and together they wrote “Unchained Melody.” However, Zaret refused to use the word “Unchained” in his lyrics.

Lyricist Hy Zaret, who wrote the haunting words to "Unchained Melody," one of the most frequently recorded songs of the 20th century, has died at the age of 99.

The Atlantic: How ‘Unchained Melody’ Broke Free — "The song—first released 60 years ago, in 1955—has a history that, like its eponymous tune, ebbs and flows at unpredictable intervals.

WESTPORT, Conn. – Lyricist Hy Zaret, who wrote the haunting words to " Unchained Melody," one of the most frequently recorded songs of the 20th century, has died at age 99.

Kelly Clarkson sang a powerful cover of the Righteous Brothers classic “Unchained Melody” for the "Kellyoke" segment on Thursday’s episode of “The Kelly Clarkson Show.” ...