"Halfway to Paradise" is a popular song written by Carole King and Gerry Goffin.

In the United States, the song was originally recorded in 1961 by Tony Orlando where it peaked at No.

[4] "Halfway to Paradise" was recorded by Billy Fury with Fury's version reaching No.3 on the British singles chart in 1961[5] and remaining on the chart for 23 weeks.

[6] "Halfway to Paradise" became known as Fury's signature tune and was one of his most popular singles.

The song also marked the beginning of Fury's burst at the top of the charts that would only begin to slow down on the arrival of fellow Liverpudlian act, the Beatles.