Bobby Sox to Stockings

Frankie Avalon

About Bobby Sox to Stockings

"Bobby Sox to Stockings" is a song written by Russell Faith, Clarence Kehner and Richard DiCicco and performed by Frankie Avalon. The song reached #8 on the Billboard Top 100 an #26 on the R&B chart in 1959. The song was arranged by Peter De Angelis. The song was ranked #70 on Billboard magazine's Top Hot 100 songs of 1959.


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1991
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When a girl changes from bobby sox to stockings
And she starts trading her baby toys for boys
When that once-shy little sleepyhead
Learns about love and its lilt
You can bet that the change
Is more than from cotton to silk

If a miss wants to be kissed instead of cuddled
And to this you are in doubt as what to say
When a girl changes from bobby sox to stockings
Then she's old enough to give her heart away

When a girl changes from bobby sox to stockings
And she starts trading her baby toys for boys
When that once-shy little sleepyhead
Learns about love and its lilt
You can bet that the change
Is more than from cotton to silk

If a miss wants to be kissed instead of cuddled
And to this you are in doubt as what to say
When a girl changes from bobby sox to stockings
Then she's old enough to give her heart away

Yes, she's old enough to give her heart away

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Frankie Avalon

Frankie Avalon (born September 18, 1940) is an American actor, singer, playwright, and former teen idol. more »

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Written by: CLARENCE WAY KEHNER, RICHARD DI CICCO, RUSSELL FAITH

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12 facts about this song

Release Date
"Bobby Sox to Stockings" by Frankie Avalon was released in 1959, representing the classic rock and roll era.
Chart Performance
The song earned a top spot in music rankings, reaching number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Track Theme
The song is about the transition of a young teen girl from wearing bobby sox, as a symbol of her youth and innocence, to stockings, indicative of coming of age and maturity.
Artist Recognition
The song helped to further solidify Frankie Avalon's legacy as a teenage idol during the late 1950s and early 1960s.
Song Writers
"Bobby Sox to Stockings" was written by Richard Faith and Robert Marcucci, who often wrote for Avalon. Marcucci was also Avalon's manager.
Album
The song was included on Frankie Avalon's self-titled album, which showcased his vocal talents beside his traditionally recognized teen idol image.
Track Duration
The song is approximately 2 minutes and 38 seconds long. Despite the short duration, it made a significant impact on the listeners and the music industry at the time.
Related Tracks
“Bobby Sox to Stockings” was released as a double A-side single record with “A Boy Without a Girl,” another popular song by Avalon.
Recording Studio
The song was recorded by Chancellor Records, a label that focused on teen idols, novelty songs and doo-wop music in the late 50s and early 60s.
Genre
The song fits into the genre of pop and rock and roll, that was highly popular during the late 1950s.
Live Performances
Frankie Avalon has performed the song "Bobby Sox to Stockings" in many of his concerts and appearances over the years. It remains one of his signature hits.
Legacy
The popularity of the song extended beyond its initial release, continuing to be played on oldies radio stations and at nostalgia-themed events. It continues to be remembered as a classic in the early rock 'n' roll era.

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