What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?
The Orioles
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Maybe it's much too early in the game Oh, but I thought I'd ask you just the same What are you doing New Year's New Year's Eve? Wonder whose arms are holding you so tight When it's exactly twelve o'clock at night Welcoming in the New Year New Year's Eve Maybe I'm crazy to suppose I'd ever be the one you chose Out of a thousand invitations You received Well, but just in case I stand one little chance Here comes the jackpot question in advance What are you doing New Year's New Year's Eve? Maybe I'm crazy to suppose I'd ever be the one that you chose Out of a thousand invitations You received Well, but just in case I stand one little chance Here comes the jackpot question in advance What are you doing New Year's New Year's Eve?
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Written by: Frank Loesser
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Chronology"What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?" was first released by The Orioles in November 1949, making it one of the earlier renditions of the song.
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LyricsComposed by Frank Loesser in 1947, the song is notable for its timeless questions about love and companionship during the holiday season.
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SongwritingThe song is considered complex and key-changing, which set it apart from other pop songs of its time.
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Chart PerformanceThe Orioles' version of the song charted twice in Billboard’s list, peaking at number nine on the R&B Jukebox chart.
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Band CompositionThe Orioles were an all-black band, making their success with this single a noteworthy achievement in the music industry during a time of racial segregation in the U.S.
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Vocal DistinctionSinging lead on "What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?" was Sonny Til, whose vocal style was known for its unique combination of gospel and blues influences.
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Band HistoryThe Orioles were one of the first successful post-war vocal groups and played a significant role in the formation of "doo-wop" style, influencing numerous artists that followed.
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Cover VersionsThe Orioles' rendition of "What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?" has been covered by numerous artists across different genres, demonstrating its enduring popularity.
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LegacyDespite not being a typical Christmas carol, the song is often played around the holiday season. The Orioles' version remains a classic and is still played on oldies and doo-wop radio stations.
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Music Style"What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?" is characterized by its slow, low-key, and intimate style, which became a signature of The Orioles' sound.
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