Finger Poppin' Time
Hank Ballard
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(Hey now, hey now, hey now, hey now It's finger pop poppin' time Finger poppin' poppin' time) I feel so good And that's a real good sign (Here comes May and here comes Sue Here come Johnny and Bobby too It's finger pop poppin' time) I feel so good And that's a real good sign (Here comes May and here comes Sue Here comes Johnny and Bobby too It's finger pop poppin' time) I feel so good And that's a real good sign (Hey now, hey now, hey now, hey now It's finger pop poppin' time Finger poppin' poppin' time) I feel so good And that's a real good sign
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Written by: Hank Ballard
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10 facts about this song
Song Creation"Finger Poppin' Time" was created and performed by Hank Ballard & The Midnighters. Hank Ballard, born John Henry Kendricks, was a significant rhythm and blues singer and songwriter who contributed significantly to the genesis of rock and roll.
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Release DateThe song was released in 1960 through King Records. It was one of the iconic tunes that helped define the upbeat mood of that year.
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Chart Performance"Finger Poppin' Time" landed in the top 10 in the Billboard Hot 100 chart and even peaked at #2 on the Billboard R&B charts.
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Grammy NominationNotably, "Finger Poppin' Time" was nominated for the inaugural Grammy Award for Best Rhythm & Blues Performance in 1961.
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Inspiring DanceAs the name suggests, the song inspired a new dance step, similar to today's snapping ones fingers to the beat of a song while dancing.
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Hank Ballard & The MidnightersThe band Hank Ballard & The Midnighters had a significant influence on the music industry with songs like "Finger Poppin' Time" and are known to have directly influenced many other iconic artists including James Brown and The Beatles.
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Ray Charles' ContributionWhile there is currently no public record showing that Ray Charles, an iconic figure in American music himself, played a role in the creation or performance of "Finger Poppin' Time," he and Hank Ballard were active in the same era and undoubtedly influenced many of the same trends in music.
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Music Style"Finger Poppin' Time" is especially known for its catchy, upbeat rhythm that is characteristic of the transition from rhythm and blues to rock and roll.
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Ballard's LegacyHank Ballard was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990. His song, "Finger Poppin' Time," has also been covered by countless artists and remains a popular dance tune.
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Cultural InfluenceThe song has been used in numerous films, televisions shows, and even video game soundtracks across decades, demonstrating its timeless appeal and cultural significance.
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