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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Previous question to John congemi re: the song Peanuts | 12/20/2011 |
| Q: The previous questioner mentioned Peanuts as a do-wop song - it sounds more like rockabilly to me ... A: John. My thoughts. Peanuts by Little Joe and the Thrillers is one of those songs that defy ... | |
| 50s? 60s Jazz Show NYC | 10/29/2011 |
| Q: There was a jazz radio show in NYC that I think had Night Train as a theme song. When I Google it, ... A: Steve, I too was listening to Rock & Roll and Jazz in the 50s/early 60s in NY (Middle Village, ... | |
| 1950's male quartet | 10/17/2011 |
| Q: Can you help me with the name of a group? My sister used to play this album over and over. It ... A: Tom. I'm pretty sure that you are looking for the LP or CD of "Four On The Aisle" by the Four Lads ... | |
| Doo wop titles and artists from lyrics | 6/19/2011 |
| Q: I'm originally from Detroit and I'm a life long Doo Wop fan. Can you please help me with the titles ... A: Victor. Peace OF Mind was by The Penguins, 1956, the b side of Dealer Of Dreams. There were many ... | |
| name of album | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: years ago the Lettermen sang the song Till the moon deserts the sky. What was the name of the album A: Robert. That is a line from the song titled Till. It was originally on the LP A Letterman Kind Of ... | |
| song by a male from the 50s or60s | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: Part of the lyrics I remember are You go your way and I'll go mine A: Carol. You are probably looking for Most Likely You Go Your Way (And I'll Go Mine, by Bob Dylan. ... | |
| Heart Breaking Three Chord Country Song - Artist | 5/15/2011 |
| Q: I was in a Country/Rock band back in the 80's, and we did a Song called three chord country song. ... A: Debbie. The original Three Chord Country Song was recorded by Red Steagall in 1980. It was a 45RPM ... | |
| Hush. Somebody's Callin' My Name | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: In 2008, I asked this question but the answer was wrong. There was a Black Female Artist in the ... A: Robaire. I'm not sure I have the answer that you are looking for. The version that I am most ... | |
| paducah song | 4/17/2011 |
| Q: what is the meaning of this song...and do you know the resident he loves? also , i was wondering ... A: Rhonda. There are several songs about Paducah. One, from the 20s, was about a tavern owner named ... | |
| lyrics to old song | 4/11/2011 |
| Q: I remember these words, I don't know why I love you but I do, I don't know why I cry so but I do, I ... A: The lyrics are as follows: I don't know why I love you but I do, I don't know why I cry so but I ... | |
| lyrics to old song | 4/8/2011 |
| Q: I remember these words, I don't know why I love you but I do, I don't know why I cry so but I do, I ... A: Linda. The title is But I Do. It is sometimes listed as I Don't Know Why. The hit was by Clarence ... | |
| song from the 50's | 3/15/2011 |
| Q: A version of "Man in a Raincoat" became popular sometime in the 1950's, my guess is 1954. Who sang ... A: Monte. Although some versions used your title, Man In A Raincoat, the most popular versions in the ... | |
| SAMMY KAY | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: A FRIEND IS LOOKING FOR A MALE SINGER FROM THE 1970'S FOR THE SAMMY KAY ORCHESTRA...THEY BELIEVE HIS ... A: Lee. Many singers, both male and female, performed with Sammy Kay's Orchestras. The only one that ... | |
| Name of a song and singer | 3/3/2011 |
| Q: My wife remembers a song from the early 50's with the words"I may hate myself in the morning for ... A: Joe. The title is "I May Hate Myself In The Morning." The version you are probably referring to is ... | |
| older song called jim? | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: My mother-in-law is trying to remember a song from the forties called my jim or jim if you can help ... A: James. There were several songs titled "Jim" so I'll tell you about the one I like best. It was ... | |
| Todd Rundgren | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: Melissa Manchester and Steely Dan both sang a song back in the 70s called "Dirty Work". Did Todd ... A: I am not aware of Todd Rundgren or Runt ever releasing Dirty Work. Coincidentally, as you may know, ... | |
| song "Walkin to Missouri" | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: I would like a recording of "Poor little Robin, Walkin, Walkin, Walkin to Missouri." Do you know of ... A: Loretta. The song is titled "Walkin' To Missouri" and was a hit for Sammy Kaye and His Orchestra in ... | |
| Sweet Dreams | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: What male group in the 50s or 60s sang a version of Sweet Dreams by Don Gibson? A: Jen, I am really puzzled by the very poor rating that you published. I answered within a couple of ... | |
| song touch n go 70's | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: what is the name of the female who sings the disco version of touch and go A: Gregory. The most popular female vocal version of Touch And Go was by Cher. While some of her ... | |
| DuMauriers and Valets | 11/7/2010 |
| Q: Are there any CDs containing "Sherry" by the Valets and "Baby I Love You" by the Dumauriers. (The ... A: Bill. Sherry by the Valets is available on the CD Going Back in Time 56-62 on the Woodrow label, ... | |
| santa barbara in song | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: THERE WAS A SONG WITH santa barbara IN IT I HEARD IS THEIR A OLD ONE A: Bill. Difficult to answer without more details. Is it male vocal, female, group, fast, slow, etc? ... | |
| 1950's song "peanut" | 9/13/2010 |
| Q: Who sang the song with the lyrics; peanut uh ooh, uh ohh, uh ohh, uh ooh? I recall it was a female ... A: Alan. The song title was Peanuts. It sounded like a female singer, but that was Joe Cook singing ... | |
| I found the song! | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: Last week I sent you the following e-mail to see if you new the name or artist of a song. I found ... A: Heather, thank you so much for following-up. It's very satisfying to learn the answer, especially ... | |
| 60's | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: looking for a song by "Cherry Opera" called "lady conductor" (I think) and a song named "Peas and ... A: Nelson. Peas and Rice is a calypso style song, recorded by several artists. You can find CD ... | |
| Song Name and Artist, PLEASE!!! | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: i CAN N0T find this song anywhere! i know a good majority of the lyrics and chorus. please help. ... A: Marcia. The title is Everything To Me, recorded in 1963 by Donnie Elbert, on Checker 1062. The A ... | |
| 50's song title/group | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: The lyrics I cought for the 50's song in question are: "I love you, I really do" (one man with high ... A: Skip. The Volumes sang I Love You. They were a Detroit R&B quintet. The lead singer was Ed Union. ... | |
| Identify The grouo & find the song | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: John. Pretty sure the title is "Shadows" but can't remember the performers. Sound lots like Lee ... A: Mustafa. Shadows was released by The Five Satins in 1959. It reached # 87 on Billboard, and 90 on ... | |
| harmonaires | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: Funny thing about the Harlem album, Unless I am mistaken, the Harmonaires were white, predominantly ... A: Bill. You are right, the Harmonaires were from the Bronx. I think the derivation of the Harlem ... | |
| lorraine | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: I recently saw an answer to a question on the song "Lorraine" with the lyrics "I know a girl her ... A: Bill. The original was by the Harmonaires. It was released in 1957 on Holiday 2602. It is ... | |
| "Barbara" remake | 8/12/2010 |
| Q: I've been looking to find the version of the song, "Barbara" that I heard as a child on a 45 record. ... A: Shannon, perhaps you did not receive my previous answer, or forgot that you you had already asked ... | |
| Record Information Request | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: Can you share any information on the real r&b / doo-wop group called "The Wonders." I can't find any ... A: Rick. There were 3 groups, that I know of, named The Wonders. Your group recorded from 1959-63. ... | |
| "Thinking of You" | 8/9/2010 |
| Q: just heard a jazz quintet play this oldie from the 50"s..who recorded the original?("I think of no ... A: Bernadette. I love this song, so pardon me if I burden you with more info than you wanted. ... | |
| Name of group | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: Who sang the song Wonder? A: Sharon. Tough to answer without more details. There are dozens of different songs with the title ... | |
| 50's music | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: My mother has fond memories of a song most likely from the 50's with the lyrics "I saw the moon and ... A: Ann. This question has been asked before, and the most popular answer on the web is The Whole Of ... | |
| Oldies Song | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: I am fairly young but as a child I would listen to the oldies station with my Dad and sister in the ... A: JoAnna. I'm not sure if this the one, but it's the one that comes to mind. Don't Say Nothin' Bad ... | |
| ABLUM WORTH | 5/28/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE AN ALBUM IN NEAR MINT CONDITION TITLED "SHOUTIN' SWINGIN' & MAKIN' LOVE (RARE VINTAGE ... A: Dan. Two of my Album Price Guides, both Goldmine, list Shoutin', Swingin' and Makin' Love. They ... | |
| The Vogues | 5/24/2010 |
| Q: I luv The Vogues....I am wondering who and where the original members are. I know they originated ... A: You may know some of this. Originally, the group was called The Val-Airs. Their first and only ... | |
| Ry Cooder - Hush | 5/16/2010 |
| Q: My name is German, from Argentina. I would like to get the tabs for voices of "Hush, somebody´s ... A: German. Sheet music is a little out of my area. I have little knowledge about sheet music. If you ... | |
| artists of this song | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: There was an oldie my father used to play. I remember that one side of the record was named "what ... A: Brandon. The recording was by Steve Allen. If you search on Youtube, you will find it. Some of the ... | |
| Song | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: I'm trying to remember a song called After School that went, yesterday I waited for you at the ... A: Jane. I know of 3 versions of this song, all from around 1957-58. All 3 got airplay, and are ... | |
| song title | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I'm trying to find out the title of a song with the lyrics of: On kokomo island where they do the ... A: Linda. The versions of Kokomo Island that I'm familiar with say: On Kokomo Island where they do ... | |
| Doo Wop song answer | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: .............I heard from another one of the experts, and he got it! The Doo Wop song I was after is ... A: Hazel, thank you for following up and letting me know. I listened to it and then it hit me. Now I ... | |
| oldies music blues | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: who sing woman to woman A: Raphael. This is difficult to answer without more info. There were several songs with this title. ... | |
| Dream [when your feeling blue] | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: I know this song was recorded by lots of artists, but I have been searching for an instrumental ... A: Les. Yes there are many vocal versions of DREAM. There are also many, many instrumental versions. ... | |
| HELP....MY WEDDING SONG.... | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: there is this WONDERFUL song I'd like to use for my first dance...i found it once on CBS FM here in ... A: Christine. Congrats and best of luck. The title is YES, I'M READY. The hit (1965,) and probably ... | |
| Choosing Song For Grandma | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: Hey, my grandmother's 80th birthday celebration is coming up and my cousin (who is female) and I are ... A: Ravi, you are fortunate and so is your Grandmother. There are many Mother songs, but as you said, ... | |
| What Group Sang Matilda? | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: There was a group that recorded a sang called either "Matilda" or "Mathilda". The time frame was ... A: Raymundo. The correct title is Matilda. It was recorded in 1959 by Cookie and His Cupcakes. The ... | |
| Tan song lyrics | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: who sings this R&B song with the lyrics"i luv u, i promise i do luv u, jus take me in your arms and ... A: Tan, the first song that popped into my mind was I love You, Really I Do by The Tantones from 1957 ... | |
| late 50's early 60's songs | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: I am looking for the name of the group, or orchestra that recorded a song named "Forever". The only ... A: Gene. There were 2 hit versions of Forever. Both had the lyric: Hold me, Kiss me, Whisper ... | |
| question on the music group spanky mcfarland and our gang | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: john, greetings. my question has to with the groups singing of "sunday will never be the same" ... A: Walter. I assume you mean ELAINE Spanky McFarLANE. I watched that video and I'm not sure she was ... | |
| music from the lste 50's or early 60's | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: There is a song that I am looking for. The title of it is "Maybe". I know that The Chantels brought ... A: Dee, I'm not sure if my latest answer was transmitted. My apologies if this is a repeat. Yes, it ... | |
| music from the lste 50's or early 60's | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: There is a song that I am looking for. The title of it is "Maybe". I know that The Chantels brought ... A: Dee, you are right, it is The Three Degrees. I'm pretty sure that they recorded Maybe more than ... | |
| 1945 song | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: my sister in-law asked me about a song lyric that went like thus i wrapped my arms around linda-- ? ... A: Mark. I don't know of a song with that exact lyric. The closest that I can come is a lyric that ... | |
| a song called --- For You | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: I think it was made in the 50's thru 60's the song is called For You,my husband always use to say it ... A: Jane Ann. This is tough to answer since there are so many songs titled FOR YOU. Without knowing ... | |
| Ivy Schulman | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: I noticed your thread and looks like you have Ivy Schulman singing Rock Pretty Baby. I have been ... A: Mike. As far as I know Ivy Schulman's version of Rock Pretty Baby was never realesed on CD under ... | |
| olympics | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: looking for name of olympics song- "you know I love you baby, please don't go..." I believe it's on ... A: Tim, sorry but I can't place those lyrics on an Olympics song. Western Movies was released twice, ... | |
| To The Aisle | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: Wasn't the song "To The Aisle" written in the 50's by Alan 'Carol' Hood? I still remember the ... A: Robert. I must confess that I am not familiar with Alan Carol hood. To The Aisle (one of my ... | |
| 50s song and artist | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: Do you know the exact name of the song, I think is sung by the Chantels that has the lyrics in it, ... A: Harriet. I am not familiar with a Chantels song with this lyric. Alternate guesses containing that ... | |
| Lou Monte | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: In the 70's, a friend gave me a cassett of Lou Monte, And I believe during "HEY GUMBAREE" Lou went ... A: Dano. Yes and no. Lou Monte was the singer who had the version titled Hey Gumbaree. This was a ... | |
| who sings the song | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: i remember hearing a song on an old 45 record player when i was younger, it was called my toot toot. ... A: Thomas, sorry, but I don't have a definitive answer. I've probably heard the same ones that you did. ... | |
| IDENTIFICATION OF EARLY 60'S RECORD | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: Please help if you can....I've had an old song running thru my head for several years that I've been ... A: Jeff, thanks for the feedback. Glad I could help. Incidentally, Hugo and Luigi CDs and records ... | |
| old song lyrics | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: I am 57 and always remember my father singing a line from a song I thought was " One bright and ... A: I don't know of a song with the exact lyrics that you note. There are a few songs with titles like ... | |
| Christmas Songs | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: Gosh..back in the late 50's there was a group of young boys who had a Christmas Album. I don't ... A: Susanna. Skinny Little Christmas Tree and Sixty-Seven Santas (they say Santies) were sung by the ... | |
| mel mcgonnigle | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: Did you know that Mel McGonnigle, singer and writer of 1958's "Rattle Shakin Mama" is not only alive ... A: Mel. If you are THE Mel, or related, then I am flattered to hear from you. In any event, I ... | |
| Identify title and group singing rock song | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: I remember a rock song from the doo wop era that had as a major lyrical verse "I'll (or ... A: Tom. The song is Dance By The Light Of The Moon, recorded in 1960 by the Olympics. The original ... | |
| Song my mother used to sing | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: This song is Eddie /Eddy my Love. Eddie my love , I want you to know, I'll never forget you, never ... A: Catheryn. There are many songs titled Eddie. I am not very familiar with them, but those lyrics ... | |
| 50's song "One Night" | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: Who sings the old 50's song "One Night"? A: Jennifer. There are many songs titled One Night, several of which were recorded in the 1950's. By ... | |
| oldies lyrics | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: i want to know where i can find the lyrics for Frankie Karl's "Don't Be Afraid". A: Jasmin. I have never seen lyrics published for Frankie Karl's version of Don't Be Afraid. I will ... | |
| The Velvets | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for the release date or recording date (assuming it was released as a single) for a ... A: Hank. Sorry but I don't have a definitive answer for you. The Velvets had 9 singles on Monument. ... | |
| The Gash Man | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: I was about 9 or 10 in the late sixties early seventies, when I saw a title on the back of a black ... A: Junius. From your description, my best guess is that you are asking about an album realeased in 1970 ... | |
| the words to a song | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: the words to two songs thank God its Friday and I want you ANSWER: Hi, Gwen. There are multiple ... A: Gwen. Lyrics to Marvin Gaye's I want You: I want you the right way I want you But I want you to ... | |
| the words to a song | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: the words to two songs thank God its Friday and I want you A: Gwen. There are multiple songs for both titles. For Thank God It's Friday, I chose the Love & ... | |
| artist of a song | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: I like to know who sings this old school song, its title is "For your Love". Thank You A: Vivian. There have been dozens of different songs titled For Your Love, and each has been sung by ... | |
| singer of song titled Susan | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: i wish to get the name of the singer of the song entitled "susan". It was sometime in the 50s ~ 60s. ... A: There were many different songs titled SUSAN, by many different artists. With no further details ... | |
| Lyrics | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: I need the lyric for Sometimes(When I'm All Alone). This was recorded by Danny & The Juniors and was ... A: Jeff, lyrics for Sometimes (When I'm All Alone) are as follows: Sometimes when I'm all alone, ... | |
| Music from 1960 Pittsburgh area | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for Tarantula - The Tarantulas - 1960 A: John. I'm not sure that I've got the answer you are looking for. I am not aware of an early 60s ... | |
| no body but me | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: Who sings the song called Nobody but me? A: There are several songs titled Nobody But Me, and various artists have sung each of them. Without ... | |
| "...cause' I love you..." | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: Could you please tell me what song has the lyrics "I don't know because I love you" and "then she ... A: Thomas. You are probably thinking of I Don't Know Why I Love You (I Just Do.) It is, as you ... | |
| doo wop | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: HOPEFULLY, YOU WILL HAVE THE ANSWSER TO THIS QUESTION. FIRST OF ALL I AM ALSO A BIG DOO WOP FAN. I ... A: Jody. I have several versions of Maybe You'll Be There on my iPod. The easy one to identify is the ... | |
| Oldies | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: I remember some words to a song from the 50's which I though was sung by the Spanials. I cannot ... A: Roxy. The song is Your Way. I don't believe the Spaniels ever recorded it. The classic version is ... | |
| song about Billy & Blanche | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: If you can tell me what song this is, you will be my hero. It is probably from the 50's. It was ... A: Ann. Blanche was written and recorded by The Three Friends in 1956. Perhaps more than you want to ... | |
| Song title and artist -- early 1960's | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: looking for the title and artist of a song that was played at a lot of dances that I went to as a ... A: Carol. You got the title and lyrics correct. Please Forgive Me was written and recorded by Sarah ... | |
| female singer | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: afraid i only remember a couple of lines from the song, they were: if your a real young girl and you ... A: Mike. The title of this oldie is Million Dollar Secret. It was written and originally recorded by ... | |
| oldies song | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I believe the song is from possibly the early 60's. I think it is called "Things". Some of the ... A: Barb. You've got the title right, THINGS. It was written and recorded in 1962 by Walden Robert ... | |
| WHO SANG THEM | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: Well, John Spence (expert) couldn't help me so, here's your shot. What group sang "who's that ... A: Dan. Who's That Knockin' was recorded by the Genies, 1959. I'm not familiar with a song titled ... | |
| song | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: What is the title of the song with these lyrics"I'm stuck on a feeling high on believin I'm in love ... A: Paula. You almost had me confused, saying STUCK and changing a few lyrics. The song is Hooked On A ... | |
| Who sang the Bob Merrill Song "Let Me In" | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: Okay, i know Bob Merrill wrote the song "Let Me In". i would like to hear the full verison. is ... A: Frank. There are several songs titled Let Me In. The one written by Bob Merrill has been recorded ... | |
| Who is artist and author of blues song and where can I download or buy? | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: I heard a black female blues vocalist singing the refrain, "I'm gonna copyright your love..." on ... A: Dana. I'm not sure who wrote it but a good guess is Big Bill Broonzy. The title is I'm Going To ... | |
| Some Old Lp's I Have | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: I have two old looking lp,'s that i think are worth something here they are: 1. A Lou Mason Record ... A: Lou Mason is a relatively obscure comedian. The market for his LPs will be limited and specialized. ... | |
| car/ motorcycle music | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: do you know the words to "Transfusion"? This driver gets into many accidents, and requests "I'm ... A: Elizabeth. Below are the lyrics, as I hear them, to Nervous Norvus' Transfusion. Tooling down the ... | |
| artist of the song "when" | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: There was a song called "When" in the early 60's that I want to hear again. I don't know the ... A: Ray. WHEN was released 6/23/58. It was recorded by the Kalin Twins (Herbert and Harold.) They had ... | |
| Song Title Search | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: We are trying to locate the lyrics/chords to an older song that went something like "I give you my ... A: Sharon. I'll give it a try. I know of two differentsongs titled Love Doesn't Grow On Trees. ... | |
| song Sherry Baby | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: When was this song first released and by who? A: G Tram. There have been a couple of songs titled Sherry Baby, but they are too new to be classified ... | |
| Flip side of | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: What was the flip side of the Cascades hit Rhythm of the falling rain? Was it On a Sunday we met? If ... A: Paul. It was not On A Sunday We Met. The flip side of Rhythm of the Rain (Valiant 6026) was Let Me ... | |
| African-American Male Vocalist - '60' - '70's | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: In the mid to late '60's, or possibly '70's there were two songs I remember vividly, but don't know ... A: Alfred, I'm stuck on "You're Just Too Good To Be True." The only song that comes to mind is "Can't ... | |
| Savecito the song by Malo from the 70's | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: I live in South Florida and never hear the song savecito by malo. Do you know why? Also is the ... A: Lynda. I would guess that not hearing Suavecito in South Florida is just bad luck, or perhaps your ... | |
| I believe in You | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: I fear I may have led you astray with misinformation; it's been 40+ years since I last heard the ... A: Srewart, thanks for clarifying. Without the group and the kazoo, I have some thoughts. I can't ... | |
| Song name. | 4/28/2009 |
| Q: do you know what is the name of this songs ? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMYn7ck0KqY thanks a ... A: Anderson. Shame that the guy who did a great job putting this together didn't identify the song. ... | |
| oldies question | 4/26/2009 |
| Q: I emailed another person on the website, but they werent able to help me with the answer so I am ... A: Julie. The classic version of Seventeen was written and sung by Boyd Bennett (And His Rockets) in ... | |
| Who sang | 4/25/2009 |
| Q: John, Hope you did not order from Amazon yet. I seen the DVD Rock Rock Rock and Teddy Randazzo ... A: Ed, in order to get this adventure completed, I have 3 possible solutions: 1. After I receive my ... | |
| Who sang "Won't You Give Me A Chance" | 4/24/2009 |
| Q: John, Hope you did not order from Amazon yet. I seen the DVD Rock Rock Rock and Teddy Randazzo ... A: Ed, thanks for the positive comments, and the warning. However I am still optimistic. If all else ... | |
| Who sang | 4/24/2009 |
| Q: Do you know who sang this 50 or early 60 song "Won't You Give Me A Chance?"....to be a part of you? ... A: Ed. My apologies, I should have looked more carefully. My LP on Vik has only 12 songs, not ... | |
| Song title/artist | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: "I am looking for an oldies song (not sure what year) that has you thinking throughout the entire ... A: Kim, the first one that comes to mind is The Naughty Lady of Shady Lane by the Ames Brothers. It ... | |
| What is this song? | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: I believe it was a B side of a 45. It had these bits and pieces of lyrics..“Well I’m going down to ... A: Milli. Your lyrics are close enough. I used to sing this with friends every day in store lobbies ... | |
| 60's oldies | 4/14/2009 |
| Q: What was the name of the group that sang the title song spelled out L-O-R-R-A-I-N-E. Not to be ... A: Charlie, thanks for following up. Makes me feel good that I was able to get it on the first try. ... | |
| Bill Dogett's Honky Tonk | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: I'm also a 50s music lover having grown up then. Honky Tonk is one of my favorites. Do you know the ... A: Pete. I'd better know, because Honky Tonk (1&2 together) is one of my all-time favorite ... | |
| 60's oldies | 4/11/2009 |
| Q: What was the name of the group that sang the title song spelled out L-O-R-R-A-I-N-E. Not to be ... A: Charlie, I pretty much used all of the sources that I know of. I also thought of versions by Ned ... | |
| 60's oldies | 4/11/2009 |
| Q: What was the name of the group that sang the title song spelled out L-O-R-R-A-I-N-E. Not to be ... A: Charlie. If it's the one that starts "Seated so close to you on a crowded subway car," it's by the ... | |
| English translation of German song SAILOR | 4/9/2009 |
| Q: Where czn I find it? I keep going to websites that say they have it but can't find the link. A: The Lolita version - originally entitled "Seemann (Deine Heimat Ist Das Meer)" - entered the German ... | |
| The Concords, from Brooklyn, New York | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: re:The Concords, formed in 1959, from Brooklyn, New York. Stu, I have an autographed photo of the ... A: Dena, I don't think that you addressed this to me, but it showed up, perhaps forwarded to the ... | |
| Looking for Sheet Music Rarity | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: Just following up on your communication with another oldies enthusiast. I am a saloon piano man ... A: Stephen. When you say....buy it....I assume you are asking for the sheet music. I am not a ... | |
| Song Artist | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: Who were the original singers/singer for the song "I Do Love You"? A: Syl, there are many different songs with the title I Do Love You. My favorite, and I think the one ... | |
| oldie | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: So, I've heard this song 1000 times and do not know the name of it or the artist. They only lyric I ... A: Joshua. I'm only guessing because there is not a lot to go on. There are hundreds of songs that ... | |
| Who sang this song | 3/21/2009 |
| Q: It had the phrase "In the name of the father" A: Yvette. There are many, many songs titled The Prayer. The one that starts out....In the name of ... | |
| my march 17 ? Re: "stranger" | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: john, thank you so much for your quick response. My time zone is central. Could you tell me where I ... A: Doug. Go to www.dogstarradio.com. Fill in the search info. Knowing it was 50s I thought of 2 ... | |
| who recorded | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: who originally recorded the song ''till'' (the moon deserts the sky) A: There may be earlier versions of Till, but the earliest that I recall was Tony Bennett in 1957. ... | |
| The 1930's | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: What were some popular songs (and by what artists) during depression of the 1930's? A: Luke, the music popular during the Great Depression was split between upbeat songs meant to cheer ... | |
| 1st vocal jazz group | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: I am researching the history of vocal jazz groups. Could tell me what group is considered to be the ... A: Rhea, Louis Armstrong is often credited as the first jazz singer. He established singing as a ... | |
| Whispering Bells | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: A small wager on this...The Dell Vikings recorded Whispering Bells in what year? THX paul A: Paul. Dell-Vikings : Whispering Bells. Short answer: 1956. Long answer: It was first released ... | |
| 1940 song?WE May Never Meet Again | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: I don't have alot of info @ this, but hope you can help. The song inI know we will never meet again. ... A: Sandy. The song is For All We Know. It was sung by Rosemary Clooney in the movie Mrs. Palfrey at ... | |
| song title & artist | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: I heard the end of an very catchy old song being played on the ABC radio Australia on Thursday 26 ... A: John "The Thing" was a hit novelty song by Charles Randolph Grean which got a lot of airplay in ... | |
| courting in the rain | 2/28/2009 |
| Q: my mother used to sing a song to us when we were little. courting in the rain , tex ritter sang it ... A: Jenifer, I searched unsuccessfully for official lyrics for Courtin' In The Rain. The only way I can ... | |
| 50s music | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for a song that includes the lyrics "I'll love you forever, please forget me never, our ... A: Lou. You got the lyrics very close. The title is Please Love Me Forever. The doowop version is by ... | |
| old song | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: There is an old song I hear every so often. The title seems to be "Dance in the Old Fashioned Way", ... A: Kathleen. Thank you for the positive feedback. I know of only one CD that contains this version, ... | |
| old song | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: There is an old song I hear every so often. The title seems to be "Dance in the Old Fashioned Way", ... A: Kathleen. Dance in the Old Fashioed Way was written by Charles Aznavour. It was recorded by ... | |
| 50s - 60s doo wop song | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: You might be the only person who can help me. I have tried Google, but no luck. I remember ... A: Neil. The title is Miss Annie. The original is from 1958 by thr Plurals. You can hear it on ... | |
| bobbi staff | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: where can i find out about her music and if she still sings? A: Marilyn. Bobbi Staff was a female Country singer born in Kingston, North Carolina in 1946. She ... | |
| artists | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know the artist/group, that sang So In Love and the artist/group, that Sang Waltz ... A: Mary Lou. Are you sure you don't mean the big hit So MUCH in Love by the Tymes?.....that would be ... | |
| rock a billy song | 1/28/2009 |
| Q: My wife was telling me about a song she heard on a rock a Billy station. She said the title was "red ... A: Don. There are songs titled Red Rover, Red Rover Rock and Red Rover,Red Rover. Each has been ... | |
| oldies music | 1/27/2009 |
| Q: i was tracking down one song and the group that sang it and i came across this site and very happy ... A: Ken, I stand corrected on the availability of those songs on uTube. Although Google lists them, ... | |
| Some Do-wop songs that feature female lead with male background harmony | 1/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a so- wop group that covers a lot of the old 58-63 era, but we have a female singer that ... A: Jim. Several male doowop groups had female singers, who occasionally took lead parts. Examples are ... | |
| Who sang this song | 1/24/2009 |
| Q: We have been trying to remember who did this song. I believe the name of it was "All these things" ... A: Mary. Yes, it is All These Things. Note that there are other songs with this title, but this the ... | |
| meet the supremes | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: i have found a faces copy of meet the supremes.mowtown 606. i have visited collector sites and ... A: Mark, as you probably know, the 1963 LP with the girls on the stools is the rare, most valuable one, ... | |
| late 40's song | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: Here is a really hard one for you. I'm 65 and my two older sisters (70 and 72) played early rock and ... A: William. The title is Sweet Mama Tree Top Tall. The version that I am familiar with is by the Deep ... | |
| Chords for Shoo Fly Pie | 1/4/2009 |
| Q: do you know the chords for Shoofly Pie and Apple Pandowdy? A: Jim. I'm not a musician, so my knowledge here is limited. I think the following is what you are ... | |
| Doo Wop | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: I have been looking for a particular song that I heard on a radio show in Naples, FL. The show was ... A: Carol, you've got me stumped. I know of 3 Little Joe and the Thrillers compilation CDs, with a ... | |
| Sunni Vanet, Darli, Rusty Miller | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: I appreciate the quick response. Maybe you can pt. me in another direction, as I am at the end of ... A: Don, I have forwarded your question to the Question Pool. It's a long shot, but you may hear from ... | |
| looking for a song | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: i used to play a song in the late 70s early 80s every day. I used to love this song so much. I can ... A: Mansour, a possibility for your mystery artist. Ronnie Milsap is blind, wears sunglasses, has long ... | |
| That Old Black Magic | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: What piece of music is the intro to Sammy Davis Jr's "That Old Black Magic" from? I think its a ... A: Toddrick. Sammy has a few versions Of That Old Black Magic, so I had to find the Decca one to ... | |
| oldes | 12/18/2008 |
| Q: I CANT SEEM TO FIND A COUPLE OF SONG NOT SURE WHO SINGS THEM -HEAVIHWLY FATHER /OLDES /GOSSPLE ... A: Marvin. Heavenly Father was sung by Edna McGriff. Easiest access is on the CD Jubilee Jezebels. ... | |
| Rare 1960s-1970s song - help define, recording available | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: Hallo John, I've got a recording of a song in English that my father copied to his reel tape ... A: Demid, sorry but I couldn't place it. I also doubt that it's the Searchers. It sounds like them ... | |
| last kiss | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: how can i listen to the song last kiss A: Vicky. Last Kiss was written and recorded in 1963 by Wayne Cochran & the C.C. Riders. It was ... | |
| What is this old song? | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: I don't know any of the words of it, but it begins with a very catchy little vocal intro. I'm ... A: Chuck. The first song that occurred to me was Breaking Up Is Hard To Do by Neil Sedaka, but it is ... | |
| Alfonso D'Artega and his music | 12/6/2008 |
| Q: Can't find much in the way of D'Artega's recorded music. He wrote lots of great stuff and we used to ... A: Ed. Here is what I have learned about Alfonso d'Artega: D'Artega, born of Spanish parents, came to ... | |
| Song title | 12/5/2008 |
| Q: I remember a title "Desire" or "Desiree" on a 45 with a red label, I think. Know I loved it. Can't ... A: Elizabeth. That red label, if original, was Everlast. Deserie was recorded in May 1957 by the ... | |
| 50's sock-hop music | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: During the 50's, high school dances always seemed to use the same song for the last dance of the ... A: Tom. My 3 favorite last dance songs were Goodnight My Love, by Jesse Belvin (used most often), ... | |
| Song Title | 11/29/2008 |
| Q: I would like to have the title of the song that has the lyrics "You and Me babe, You and Me, babe". ... A: Lena, the only song that I am familiar with that meets the description is You and Me, Babe by Dean ... | |
| unknown song | 11/28/2008 |
| Q: i have this song playing in my head over and over. the only part i know does "dum dum dum dum dum, ... A: Rob. Tough to answer without the tune. The first one that comes mind is The Dum Dum Ditty, done by ... | |
| Title of the song and Artist | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: I would like to know the title and the artist of a song, but I only have the following information: ... A: Rachitha. Usually, the question is ...the song starts with... Finishes with is a little harder. ... | |
| name this song if possible and artist | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: i can't give you to much to go on except its about having a party and some lines are lets have a ... A: Joey. The title is Hey Jean, Hey Dean by Dean & Jean from 1964. It goes like this: Well, it's ... | |
| Matilda | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: There was a re-make of the Harry Belefonte song, "Matilda". It was done in the 60's I believe, and ... A: Donna, Matilda was such a big hit for Harry Belafonte that he sort of owned it. It has been sung by ... | |
| Oldies Song | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: What is the name of a Black Group who sang The Way You Look Tonight in the Late 50' and Early 60's A: Pat. The Way You Look tonight was sung by the Jaguars, 1956. You are partially right, they were ... | |
| jimmy boyd | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: as a little girl in the 50's I had a 45 by Jimmy Boyd that went like this "playmate come out and ... A: Patricia. The title is Playmates, and it is cut #1 on the CD titled Jimmy Boyd and His Playmates. ... | |
| oldies song | 10/23/2008 |
| Q: in the album "60's 70's Time Life Music 100 Golden Oldies vol.3" there is a song soynding like "a ... A: Lida. I have many Time Life sets, but I am not familiar with that one, and it does not seem to be ... | |
| Ballin' the Jack | 10/15/2008 |
| Q: I know I am crazy (or at least my kids think I am). Somewhere I believe in the 70's some recorded ... A: Lisa. Ballin' The Jack was done many, many times in the 20s-40s. Fewer modern versions, none a big ... | |
| another question | 10/10/2008 |
| Q: there's another song i can't remember either. i think it's about some sort of automobile accident ... A: Jacquie. My first guess is Last Kiss by Wayne Cochran and also by J. Frank Wilson. Everyhing ... | |
| A SONG | 10/9/2008 |
| Q: i been lookin all over this computer for this song i heard like 2 weeks ago at work. one of the guys ... A: Alfonso, I don't have a definite answer. The song that comes to mind is Good Morning Heartache by ... | |
| help | 10/2/2008 |
| Q: I've been trying to identify this song that I used to love hearing on the radio. But I can't seem to ... A: Jacquie, the song is Come A Little Bit Closer by Jay and the Americans. I included the lyrics ... | |
| Rare Oldies Song | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: I am trying to find a particular artist (well, artists, really). I do not remember any of the ... A: Veronica. The only duo that I've heard of is Ingo and Floyd. That is Ingo, not Inga. They had an ... | |
| Looking for a artist | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: Do you know of ant artists that when they sing they sound like the everly brothers but maybe with ... A: Shawn, this may be a long shot but I have 2 ideas. Dave Edmunds and Nick Lowe have sung duets on ... | |
| looking for artist | 9/27/2008 |
| Q: looking for the song three wheels on my wagon A: Dawn. The title is Three Wheels on My Wagon, written by Burt Bacharach and Bob Hilliard. There are ... | |
| Music oldies | 9/26/2008 |
| Q: I am looking for the artist and the name of the song that has the words Good Nite My Love--Pleasant ... A: Karen, the title is Good Night My Love, and the original artist is Jesse Belvin. It was covered by ... | |
| "What the world needs now is love" | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: John, thanks again for the "mad lads". Everyone at my anniversary party fell inlove with their ... A: PS....You can see and hear it on YouTube. Go to Tom Clay. John | |
| organ oldie | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: Hallo John, I'm hardly searching for the title and the player of an instrumental oldie with hammond ... A: Ingrid, based upon your description, the only chance of my identifying the song would be to listen ... | |
| version of "summertime"? | 9/15/2008 |
| Q: I would love to know who performs the oldies version of "Summertime" that has a big band/scat sound ... A: Amylane. You don't mention if this is an instrumental or vocal, and if vocal, is it a male, female, ... | |
| Johnny??? | 9/12/2008 |
| Q: Hey!!! My Mom is so thrilled about the song I BELIEVE.... she asked for one more! Who sings the ... A: Yolanda. Glad we made Mom happy. Thanks for the feedback. This one.....not so sure. Carole ... | |
| 1950's Oldie song | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: I am looking for a song for my Mom. She doesn't know the name... all she knows is that it goes like ... A: Yolanda. The title is I Believe in You by the Innocents in 1961. This is the same group that ... | |
| LUCY | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: Back in 1960 in my hometown we had PARD (Park & Recreation Dept)dances on Monday and Friday nights ... A: Nancy. There are dozens of songs with that title, so it is difficult to guess which one you are ... | |
| Name of artist and song title | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: Would you happen to know the name of the female artist and the song title to a song she song that ... A: Nellie. Your lyrics are close, but it's not Billie Joe. The title is Killer Joe and it's by the ... | |
| who sang | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: could you please tell me who sang `hurtin` i think it was Ben E King in the 1960`s, look forward to ... A: Maxine. I don't believe Ben E. King ever sang Hurtin'. There are several songs by that title, by ... | |
| Oldies song I remember very little of | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: I heard a song on the radio recently, and by the time I got home, I remembered very little of the ... A: Ben, sorry but you guessed right...just not enough to go on. My wife thought I was nut walking ... | |
| lyrics | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: I am hoping you can help. I am looking for lyrics to a B-side song called one night one night by the ... A: Melissa. No sites seem list the lyrics to One Night, One Night, so I listened and transcribed them. ... | |
| Song artist | 8/9/2008 |
| Q: I am hoping you can help me with information I am looking for in relation to a song. Everyone I know ... A: Anne, I only recall one duet of a song titled The Two Of us. It is by Yarbrough and Peoples. I ... | |
| name for 50's tune | 8/8/2008 |
| Q: Oops I sent this question to the wrong guy. You're the right guy. This is surely early to mid 50's. ... A: Bob. I'm about 96.5% sure that you are referring to Gee by the Crows. It was recorded in 1953 and ... | |
| Do you know what song this is? | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: Are you familiar with a song that has the word "frenisie" in it? My mother remembers part of it - ... A: Dede. Your Mom is right about the 40's and the subject matter. The song is Frenesi. It has been ... | |
| Song: Turn Around | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: Hasn't anyone recorded this song changing it to a boy turning into a man? A: Peggy, I don't believe there is a version exclusively for a boy turning into a man. There is one ... | |
| name to song | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: I was asked to find out the name to an oldies (1940-50) song with your the greatest, your my one and ... A: Carol, I have sent your request to the question pool. I don't have the answer. The song that came ... | |
| who sings this oldies song? | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: I'm not sure of the title but lyrics go--me and you having a ball....yes love we won't spend our ... A: Monique, sorry but I can't place it. I did a little research but no results. The spoken part sounds ... | |
| music of the 70s | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: I have been searching high and low for a song from the 70s. I think it was called "merry go ... A: Ken, sorry but I don't know this one. I did a little research with your probable title. There are ... | |
| Lyrics and Name of 40s song | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: My Mom is 85. She remembers vaguely a song from the late 30s or early 40s which went something like ... A: Your Mom has a good memory. The song was a hit around 1940-41. It is called, B-I-Bi and sometimes ... | |
| type of song | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: What typy of song would you say "The Flight of the Bumblebee" by Harry James on trumpet ... A: Gene, I would eliminate Opera and Rock. Choosing between Classical and Jazz, I would go with Jazz. ... | |
| song "Turn Around" | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: I saw the lyrics to the song, "Turn Around" in reference to a daughter. I know I've heard it also ... A: I have never heard a version exclusively for a son. The one that has a verse for a boy, as well as ... | |
| name that group and lead singer | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: John, I recorded a song some years ago while listening to The Doo-Wop Shop on CBS-FM with Don K. ... A: Mike, glad you said not Little Anthony, as that is the one that I am familiar with. Smokey Robinson ... | |
| CAN'T REMEMBER A SONG TITLE OR ARTIST!!! | 7/9/2008 |
| Q: There was a song from long ago...I would guess 50s or 60s and I cannot figure out what it was. No ... A: Judy, the title is Peanuts (with an S) and the group is Little Joe and the Thrillers. Search Amazon ... | |
| Need Artist and Name of Song | 6/27/2008 |
| Q: The lyrics of the song are something like "limda limda li oh li lay which is repeated constantly ... A: Larry, sorry but I don't think I can help. The obvious first thought is Lola by the Kinks, but it ... | |
| Stuck in my head! | 6/26/2008 |
| Q: Okay so it's kinda a poppy song and it goes somewhat like... "And if you love me...." I have no ... A: Jacquelyn, the first two that come to mind are titled If You Love Me, one by Mary J.Blige and one by ... | |
| a song | 6/22/2008 |
| Q: I've been looking for a song for years........it was from the late 40's or early 50's. I can't give ... A: Val The one that I'm familiar with is a children's song called Going (or Goin') On A Picnic. It ... | |
| the astronauts band, from boulder, colorado | 6/17/2008 |
| Q: i would like to what happened to the band members, particularly bob demmon and stormy patterson. A: Ed, here is what I know about Demmon and Patterson. I don't believe that they still perform. In ... | |
| ARTIST | 6/13/2008 |
| Q: THE SONG SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW WAS RECORDED BY A SINGING GROUP IN THE 50'S. THE RENDITION WAS ... A: Ray. This is a tough one to answer because SO many groups recorded it. You don't mention how it ... | |
| Searching for a 40's song | 6/4/2008 |
| Q: My dad was in the British Royal Navy during the war. He always used to sing a song that had the ... A: Rita, I forwarded your question to the All Experts Question Pool where other Experts in this ... | |
| doo wop question | 6/4/2008 |
| Q: i am looking for the title and group who sang a song that starts out "i know a girl her name is ... A: Several hit songs called Lorraine or Darling Lorraine, such as Encounters, Excellents and ... | |
| song title and artist | 6/3/2008 |
| Q: part of lyrics....my love came tumbling down like raindrops A: Sue, I do not have an answer. Sorry it took a while, I did some research. I am familiar with Jesse ... | |
| NEED SONG TITLE AND ARTIST | 5/30/2008 |
| Q: 70's R & B Song, male or a group....lyrics are: "....you know you want to be loved, just like ... A: Diane, now I understand the 8 rating. Sorry, I did not realize that you wanted help finding a CD. ... | |
| lyrics | 5/29/2008 |
| Q: My family are arranging my aunties funeral and we can only remember some of the lyrics of a song we ... A: Dave, the song title is My Friend. I have heard it sung by Eddie Fisher, Vern Jackson, Vera Lynn and ... | |
| NEED SONG TITLE AND ARTIST | 5/28/2008 |
| Q: 70's R & B Song, male or a group....lyrics are: "....you know you want to be loved, just like ... A: Diane, I haven't heard it for a long time so I can't be positive, but I think that you are looking ... | |
| The Chordettes "Zorro" | 5/24/2008 |
| Q: John. I know "Zorro" was a hit in 1958, could you narrow the date down to which month(s)? A: Rich. Zorro (Cadence 1349) was recorded and/or released in April 1958. It showed up on the Top 100 ... | |
| can't remember name or artist | 5/23/2008 |
| Q: Oldies...I trusted you, for such a long , long time, and now your gone, telling me bye bye, so ... A: Janie. Thanks for enough lyrics to jog my memory. It is I Trusted You by Jimmy Clanton. He ... | |
| Oldies song/ Who sang it? | 5/22/2008 |
| Q: Please help me find this old song..Unknown female artist..my mother use to sing when i was a little ... A: Doris, sorry but this song is not familiar to me. I did a little research, using the four phrases as ... | |
| old song | 5/20/2008 |
| Q: I can't seem to find what group sang a song that went something like this....I hate to say it but I ... A: Arturo, without any additional lyrics, I must give you a multiple choice answer. The only song I ... | |
| Heard a song | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: I was listening to the radio the other day and i heard this song i thought it was called "The ... A: Patrick, sorry but I don't recognize this from the story line. There are many songs titled The ... | |
| lyrics | 5/11/2008 |
| Q: I think the song is from Petula Clark it starts off with "Sunshine, lollipops and rainbows are ... A: Delores, I think you are referring to Sunshine, Lollipops and Rauinbows. The lyrics are not ... | |
| Song title | 5/10/2008 |
| Q: Looking for a song with lyrics.....he was blacker than black, she was whiter than white OR words ... A: Lynn, the closest song that I know of is Brother Louie by The Stories, from 1973. I hope that's it ... | |
| Song from the 50's | 5/7/2008 |
| Q: I'm in search of a song from the "50's. Title "Because of You." I'd really appreciate receiving ... A: Colette. The 50's hit of Because of You was recorded by Tony Bennett. Lyrics below: Regards, John ... | |
| the song "more" | 5/4/2008 |
| Q: can you get me a list of singers who sang the song "MORE" A: Frank. "More" is the theme from the Italian movie Mondo Cane, from 1962, which was kind a gross-out ... | |
| Trying to find title of an old song | 5/3/2008 |
| Q: I remember hearing it on the regular AM Rock channels, but it had a country flavor, so it may have ... A: Jill. You were very close. The title is Wolverton Mountain. It was recorded, in the 40s and 50s, ... | |
| oldies | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: who was the performer of only you A: Robert, the hit version of Only You (And You Alone) was by Tony Williams and the Platters, in 1955. ... | |
| What was the song title? | 4/26/2008 |
| Q: In the early 60's there was a song that was popular in the Boise, Idaho market that had a lyric "you ... A: Al, I'd be guessing. There are dozens of songs (surprisingly) that refer to amoeba. Some of them ... | |
| trying to figure out an artist of a song | 4/18/2008 |
| Q: I heard a song this morning, sounded like Frank Sinatra, had a lot of horns in it sounded like ... A: Chris, I can't be sure, but here's my theory. What you have heard as Mama Mayhem may be Mama May ... | |
| song title | 4/15/2008 |
| Q: I HEARD AND USED TO SING THIS SONG AS A CHILD BUT CAN'T REMEMBER THE NAME OR ARTIST WHO RECORDED IT. ... A: Krista. The title is Brass Buckles. The original is by Suzanne Prentice. It may be hard to find. ... | |
| Comedy Song (1940's?) | 4/13/2008 |
| Q: Can you please identify a song with lyrics about Napoleon and Josephine saying something like ... A: John. The Original recording of Why Don't Women Like Me? was by George Formby in the 1930s (33?) ... | |
| Song title and artist | 4/9/2008 |
| Q: Lyrics below are from a song I downloaded from Limewire titled "Tonight You Belong To Me" performed ... A: Gary, I haven't heard that version so I cannot vouch for your lyrics. However the Skyliners do have ... | |
| MUSIC | 4/8/2008 |
| Q: WHO RECORDED OH NO NOT MY BABY & WHAT YEAR? A: Michael, my short answer to this one is at the end. "Oh No Not My Baby" was written by Gerry Goffin ... | |
| tony williams of the platters | 4/7/2008 |
| Q: plus the recordings he had made after this time. A: David, I've asked the same question of myself. If you search for Tony Williams, 95% of the listings ... | |
| 50's Instrumentals | 4/6/2008 |
| Q: Seeking name of group/composer/label: late 50's, "All Night Diner" and "Fried Eggs" A: Bob, sounds like you are looking for a single group. As far as I know, two different artists. All ... | |
| song title | 4/5/2008 |
| Q: I'm looking for a song title and I only have a few lyrics. "put your hand in mine. feels so divine. ... A: Jim, I don't think I know this one. The only song that comes to mind is No More Cloudy Days by the ... | |
| name of song and artist | 4/3/2008 |
| Q: I am trying to find an oldies (50's or 60s) song which has the words "saving all my love for you" ... A: Sherry, I've 2 heard songs other than Whitney's. One, Savin' (or Saving)All My Love For You, was ... | |
| old country song | 4/2/2008 |
| Q: The song is an old one some of the lyrics "sets a tiny little church," the beginning I think is ... A: Becky, I was still thinking about your lyrics. The Three Bells sung by the Browns (and many others) ... | |
| 1950s girl groups | 3/30/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could help me with a gender issues question re. girl groups of the 1950s and ... A: There doesn't seem to be a lot written about this subject. Following is an excerpt of some thoughts ... | |
| Bio & picture | 3/29/2008 |
| Q: Are there any pictures of the group THE CHESTNUTS, aka RUBY WHITAKER & THE CHESTNUTS? They sang WHO ... A: Milt, sorry this took a while. I was out for the day. I checked my doowop books and other ... | |
| Searching for a song and artist. | 3/27/2008 |
| Q: Sometime in either the late '50's or '60's a song came out that was about a couple walking through ... A: Sherin. The title is Ambrose, Pt.5. There were no earlier parts although she did a follow-up, and ... | |
| prom song | 3/24/2008 |
| Q: a song about going to the prom and when the guy arrives to pick up his date her parents ask how he ... A: Gail. You are looking for Laurie by Dickie Lee. Sometimes it is called Laurie (Strange Things ... | |
| I can't fiure out what song this is and REALLY want to know! | 3/23/2008 |
| Q: All I can remember is words i think from the chorus, and i'm not sure if they are right. i remember ... A: Aaron, I'm afraid I can't be of much help. From the lyrics, the first thing that popoed into my ... | |
| " you and i" song | 3/23/2008 |
| Q: can you pls email me the song "you and i" by shirley bassey? the lyrics is :You and I will travel ... A: jojo. Yes, a beautiful song. I first heard it sung by Petula Clark in the movie, Goodbye Mr. ... | |
| Need name of group | 3/21/2008 |
| Q: Am looking for the name of the group who sang "Which One Will It Be". Lyrics include- Dorothy, ... A: Larry. Cool song. There was a male vocal by Bobby Bare who sang All American Boy. I think the ... | |
| Amokeriki | 3/21/2008 |
| Q: Do you ever heard about a 50-s song called Amokeriki? It's about a place or village somewhere in ... A: Peter, with a slight spelling adjustment, you are probably refering to AMUKIRIKI. It translates as ... | |
| What female artist recorded "Wait for Me" | 3/19/2008 |
| Q: I know the Playmates sang "Wait for Me" but there was a version sang by a female artist in the 60's ... A: Maray, sorry but I can't be of much help. I am very familiar with the Playmate's song, but I don't ... | |
| fliip side | 3/19/2008 |
| Q: Thank you for your help A: Gloria. The original Canadian American Records 45 of Sleepwalk had All Night Diner as a flip side. ... | |
| Black Female singers of the the 40's and 50's | 3/14/2008 |
| Q: This is the first time I've reached out like this because I don't know where to start. During NFL ... A: Jay, I don't know of any female versions of Go, Boy, Go, although I guess their could be one. ... | |
| Black Female singers of the the 40's and 50's | 3/14/2008 |
| Q: This is the first time I've reached out like this because I don't know where to start. During NFL ... A: Jay, thanks for the clarification. It makes a big a big difference. Go, Boy, Go is by Frankie ... | |
| Black Female singers of the the 40's and 50's | 3/13/2008 |
| Q: This is the first time I've reached out like this because I don't know where to start. During NFL ... A: Jay. Sorry, but this doesn't ring a bell. I did a little research on the lyric, and tried some ... | |
| Doo Wop | 3/13/2008 |
| Q: I rerecorded an old tape I made in college (late 60's). Came across 2 songs but not the artist: 1. ... A: John, we communicated recently about Slow Dance/Ronnie & the Highlights. I just listened to a nice ... | |
| Doo Wop | 3/13/2008 |
| Q: I rerecorded an old tape I made in college (late 60's). Came across 2 songs but not the artist: 1. ... A: John. I can be of 1/2 help. The #2 song is IF. The pop version was by Perry Como. The doowop ... | |
| oldies | 3/12/2008 |
| Q: My daughter is having triplets, and I am looking for the lyrics to a song. I remember part of the ... A: Lisa: Sounds like 1-2-3 by Len Barry, although the lyrics are not identical to what you recall. I ... | |
| Can't Remember Who Sang This One | 3/12/2008 |
| Q: Looks like you're the guy who would know this. Been wracking my brain trying to remember who did ... A: Mitzi, it sounds a lot like "What's 'a Matter Baby" by Timi Yuro. Lyrics are below: Regards, John ... | |
| oldies | 3/11/2008 |
| Q: i'm looking for a female artist or group that sang a song with the lyrics "i'll give a penny for ... A: Donnie, sorry but I'm stumped. There are many songs with that line in them, and with that title, ... | |
| Song lyrics | 3/10/2008 |
| Q: I am looking for the complete lyrics to a song called PS I Love You (not the Beatles one!) Some of ... A: Sue, my favorite versions are doowop style by the Hilltoppers and by the Classics. Bette Midler and ... | |
| song title and writer | 3/10/2008 |
| Q: What is the name of this song and who wrote it? Thank you- Oh I wish that the stars were a million ... A: Marie, this is a mystery. The lyrics credited to Jim Reeves are below. They are similar to yours, ... | |
| song of the sixties | 3/9/2008 |
| Q: looking for the song title which might be fire and the artist who sang the song with the lyics "i ... A: Vickie, the song I'm thinking of is from the 90s, rather than the 60s, so it is WAY outside of my ... | |
| for your love | 3/1/2008 |
| Q: I know the ed townsend wrote and sand for your love. Do you know what other male singer sang this ... A: Roxanne, I have not seen this commercial. Can you tell me the product? I'll tell who I've heard ... | |
| words of song | 2/29/2008 |
| Q: I am looking for the words of a song from the late 1950"s its called Morgen, I belive it was ... A: Not sure if you wanted German or English, so I am sending both. The popular German version is by ... | |
| Lyrics | 2/27/2008 |
| Q: Please provide the lyrics to The Man that Got Away A: Pat, Judy Garlands version is as follows: Regards, John. The night is bitter, The stars have lost ... | |
| Need Artist | 2/26/2008 |
| Q: Need the artist to a slow doo wop type song entitled "It's Never Too Late To Fall In Love". A: Larry, sorry this delayed; I just returned from vacation. The only It's Never Too Late To Fall in ... | |
| Need Artist and Title | 2/26/2008 |
| Q: Would like to know the artist and the title for an oldies song with lyrics "boy you'll make a fine ... A: Larry, I'm not sure if it's the one that you are looking for, but the only Son in Law song that I ... | |
| vocal difficulty | 2/26/2008 |
| Q: My daughter is trying out for a play. Her part won't sing, but they all MUST sing in the audition. ... A: Spunky, ST sings a few songs in each movie. My concern is that almost all of the others are not ... | |
| vocal difficulty | 2/25/2008 |
| Q: My daughter is trying out for a play. Her part won't sing, but they all MUST sing in the audition. ... A: Spunky, sorry this was slow, I am away on vacation, and only now have brief computer access. LOVE ... | |
| friends song | 2/17/2008 |
| Q: I am looking for a song about friends from the 60's, I believe it has thanks for being a friend or ... A: Elaine, the most likely answer is Thank You for Being a Friend, written and recorded by Andrew Gold. ... | |
| lyrics to an oldie song | 2/10/2008 |
| Q: i think the title is pretty little angel eyes...i've looked everywhere and can't seem to find ... A: Arielle, Curtis Lee's version goes like this, with lots of extra Pretty Littles and BoBos going on ... | |
| Oldies Song Title and Artist | 1/28/2008 |
| Q: song lyrics has Baby come back, similar to song Player - but with a more doo wop base to it ANSWER: ... A: Bill, thanks a million for following up. So often, when I don't have an answer, I'm left wondering. ... | |
| Golden Moon song | 1/24/2008 |
| Q: It was a 1960's song in both english and japanese. I was told the singer was Rusty Richards. Nothing ... A: Jean-Pierre, Rusty Richards was a member of the Sons of the Pioneers and has an album called Country ... | |
| Oldies Song Title and Artist | 1/23/2008 |
| Q: song lyrics has Baby come back, similar to song Player - but with a more doo wop base to it A: Bill, I don't have a definitive answer. There are doowop songs called Baby Come Back by Lee Andrews ... | |
| Music Parody | 1/12/2008 |
| Q: I remember a parody, or novelty song from the early 60s that spoofed groups including Dion and the ... A: Bob, your quote is pretty accurate. You probably recall it because it is the last group parodied. ... | |
| need song title | 1/10/2008 |
| Q: I was looking for the title of the song with these lyrics... "if you want to be happy for the rest ... A: Pam. The title is If You Wanna Be Happy. The singer is Jimmy Soul. Don't bother with iTunes. If ... | |
| The fiveSharps | 1/7/2008 |
| Q: They recorded a song in 1952 called Stormy weather, the group got back togeathe in 1970's 75 I ... A: Gail. One of the true classics. A 45, at least an original, would be worth a fortune. For a CD, ... | |
| Song was song in the l950's or 1960's | 1/6/2008 |
| Q: Can you put a name to these lyrics Each time I hold someone new my heart grows old aching for you. I ... A: Frances, I'm glad that you identified the Kay Starr song. I was not familiar with it, but I am now. ... | |
| L-O-V-E | 1/5/2008 |
| Q: Who are all the artists that have sang the song L-O-V-E made the most popular by Nat King Cole? A: Aaron. I won't pretend to know ALL the artists, but I'll tell you the ones that come to mind. ... | |
| Oldies | 1/3/2008 |
| Q: The song "Good night my love, pleasant dreams,and sleep tight my love". From the 50's . Who wrote ... A: Ed. The title is Goodnight My Love. It was written by John S. Marascalco and George Motola. ... | |
| Organ instrumental | 1/2/2008 |
| Q: Need title and artist for organ instrumental from 50's??? I have a copy on a cassette but lost the ... A: Thurman, if you have iTunes, or want to sign up for free, go to iTunes STORE and search for Perez ... | |
| Organ instrumental | 1/1/2008 |
| Q: Need title and artist for organ instrumental from 50's??? I have a copy on a cassette but lost the ... A: Thurman, I'm afraid that you are right, that's not much to go on. The 12 123 12 123 could be the ... | |
| Need to Know Name of Song | 1/1/2008 |
| Q: lyrics, "Leroy boy is that you, I thought your crying days were through A: Ida, my first thouight was Leroy by Jack Scott, because that line sounds like it should fit, but ... | |
| Oldies Song | 12/15/2007 |
| Q: I would like to find out who the artist is for the song Lotty Miss Clotty. I am not sure if that is ... A: Karin. The correct title is Lawdy Miss Clawdy. Gary Stites sang it in 1960, and later Elvis, Carl ... | |
| Name of song and author please | 12/8/2007 |
| Q: "They say Red Ryder Rode A horse but it just ain't so, he drove a car and they say Cheyenne shot up ... A: Sorry Raymond, you've got me stumped. It made me think of Western Movies by the Olympics. They ... | |
| slower music of the Korean war | 12/7/2007 |
| Q: I am interested in finding some music of the Korean war era. The best example I can give is if you ... A: Brian, I haven't watched an episode of MASH for a quarter of a century, so I cannot comment on just ... | |
| Happy Holidays | 12/6/2007 |
| Q: I just heard a 60's style version of Happy Holidays by a all female group that was so June Taylor ... A: I don't have his album with that song on it, so I'm not sure if the vocalists are credited. However, ... | |
| question | 12/4/2007 |
| Q: do you no this song----it starts out like-----(last night at the dance i met laurie)another verse ... A: Dan, the title is Laurie (Strange Things Happen.) The hit was by Dickie Lee. There is also a ... | |
| need song title from partial lyric | 12/1/2007 |
| Q: Song begins with "there's a marshmallow moon in a velvet sky tonight"........possibly from the 40's ... A: Jeff. I'm not sure about about this, but I do know that Dinah Shore sang a song called Marshmallow ... | |
| trying to stump you! | 12/1/2007 |
| Q: Name the title and artist from these lyrics: ...."she's the graveyard filler of the West" hint: ... A: Russell, I guess you've got me partially stumped. The hint makes me think maybe Gabby Hayes or Patt ... | |
| song tital and srtist | 11/30/2007 |
| Q: My father used to sing part of this song in the catr in the rain It goes: "windshield ... A: David. I don't recall those exact lyrics, but I remember a Big Band Era song called Windshield ... | |
| barbara song | 11/26/2007 |
| Q: what different songs and singers made a record either titled barbara or the name barbara in it more ... A: Annie. The most popular was "Barbara Ann" by the Regents. The Beach Boys did a cover version of ... | |
| The Lrttermen-a capello | 11/24/2007 |
| Q: Where can I buy (What store) this song -I Believe - By The Lettermen? I searched and found Tom Jones ... A: Linda. Yes, the acapella version of "I Believe" is by the Lettermen. It is available on their "All ... | |
| 50s rock | 11/18/2007 |
| Q: In the mid 50s there was a rock song about a baby. Between some of the lines a baby would "sing" ... A: Mau. With that information, my best guess is "Baby Sittin' Boogie," by Buzz Clifford. It certainly ... | |
| Not sure of title, and no clue to artist or year | 11/17/2007 |
| Q: I am transfering some tapes I made off the radio 34 years ago off of an oldies station, I believe ... A: Joseph. And the next line goes: From the high school dance to the church on the hill I'm gonna ... | |
| Babysitting Boogie | 11/16/2007 |
| Q: I would like to know who sings and maybe the words to the 1960's song "Babysitting Boogie". thanks ... A: Patt. "Babysitting Boogie" was sung by Buzz Clifford in 1961. Lyrics follow. Regards, John ... | |
| Gospel | 11/13/2007 |
| Q: Back in the late 60,s there was a song about a great big wonderful god.It went something like: ... A: Dan, although "Great Big Wonderful God" has probably been sung in performance by several groups, I ... | |
| old standard lyrics | 11/12/2007 |
| Q: do you know a song that has [aprox]"the moment I wrapped my arms around you, I knew I'd always be ... A: Sylvia, you've got me stumped with those exact lyrics. The closest I can come is.... "For child I ... | |
| female singer | 11/11/2007 |
| Q: what female singer sang shrimpboats are coming +first A: Tom. The big hit of shrimp boats was by Jo Stafford, on the charts 1951-52. Dolores Gray also sang ... | |
| i have a question | 11/3/2007 |
| Q: hey i was trying to look for a song and i dont know what its called or who sings it but if you could ... A: The title of the song is "Cotton Fields." The Highwayman had the biggest hit version in 1961, but ... | |
| Music lyrics | 11/1/2007 |
| Q: I am looking for the lyrics of a song sung by Debby Reynolds in the movie Bundle of Joy. The words " ... A: Katie. I can give you partial lyrics, from memory. Better yet, the song title is "Lullaby in ... | |
| please help with song title and artist(s) | 10/30/2007 |
| Q: I grew up in the 1950's and have been looking for the title and artist of this tune for a long time. ... A: Kate. The only song I ever heard called "Did You Get My Message?" is by Jason Mraz, but I don't ... | |
| The 1950's song "I Understand" | 10/27/2007 |
| Q: I cannot remember who sang it and would love to hear it again...Thanks for helping!! A: Freeda. Ther are several versions of "I Understand." The one by the G-Glefs has the group singing ... | |
| Need to fine late50's or early 60's song | 10/26/2007 |
| Q: All I know is lyrics. "Turn around and you're two, turn around and you're four, turn around and ... A: The title is "Turn Around" sung by many artists, such as Perry Como, Kenny Loggins, etc., although ... | |
| oldies song title&artist | 10/25/2007 |
| Q: the lyrics I recall starts as; you can cry if you want to, because I,I,I don't love you (or ... A: Joey. You have good taste in music. Title: If You Want To Group: Carousels Label: Gone I love ... | |
| Birthday song | 10/23/2007 |
| Q: I would like to know who sang the birthday song "Its a hap hap happy birthday. May you live to be a ... A: Clyde, I don't think anyone ever had "hit" of this. It probably originated as "It's a Hap-Hap-Happy ... | |
| looking for lyrics to an oldie song "thats love" | 10/22/2007 |
| Q: John--I do alot of entertaining with my guitar and singing. I'm a "Baby Boomer" and I grew up among ... A: Ned, I think you are looking for "That's Love" by Paul Anka. I don't recall the lines that you ... | |
| mid 80's song | 10/22/2007 |
| Q: I think the name is all i want is you. The artist is badd or B.A.D.D. Can not find it anywhere. ... A: Sorry, you've got me stumped. Mid 80s is a little outside of my area of expertise. The closest ... | |
| Find Title & Lyrics to Song | 10/20/2007 |
| Q: I'm sorry that I'm not sure of all the words to this song but here goes: "They said we wouldn't ... A: Deborah, sorry, you've stumped me on this one. I had some thoughts but none too close. The ... | |
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John Congemi
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Expertise
I am a fan of all kinds of music, but my areas of expertise are in 1950-64 doowop, jazz, and top 40's music.
Experience
I grew up in New York listening to DJs Alan Freed, Jocko, Mort Fega (jazz), Alan Fredericks, Murray the K, Bruce Morrow, Clay Cole, William B. Williams, Wolfman Jack, Gus Gossert, Peter Tripp, Martin Block,Swing'n Slim. Extensive LP and CD collection.
Education/Credentials
Queens College and St. John's University MBA.
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