Teenage Heaven
Eddie Cochran
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I want a house with a pool Shorter hours in school And a room with my own private phone I wanna stay up all night See the big city lights No more troubles or worries at home Hmm, just gimme Some time on my hands I wanna make my own private plans Yeah, I want my own Coupe de Ville Make my dad pay the bill Yeah man, that's heaven to me Yeah, just gimme Some time on my hands I wanna make my own private plans Yeah, I want my own Coupe de Ville Make my dad pay the bill Yeah man, that's heaven to me Hmm, yeah man, that's heaven to me
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Written by: Eddie Cochran, Jerry Capeheart
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
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15 facts about this song
Release Information"Teenage Heaven" is a song by American rockabilly musician Eddie Cochran, released in 1959.
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Song's StoryThe song narrates the desirable lifestyle of a teenager from the perspective of a young man. He dreams of having a car, girl, and the freedom to enjoy life.
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Contribution to Pop CultureIts lyrics reflect the aspirations of American teenagers during the late 50s era, serving as a mirror to the culture and societal norms of that epoch.
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Movie Appearance"Teenage Heaven" first appeared in the popular 1959 teenage rebellion film "Go, Johnny, Go!" which starred Alan Freed and Chuck Berry.
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Songwriting CreditsThe song was written by Eddie Cochran and his girlfriend, Sharon Sheeley, an accomplished songwriter.
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Chart Performance"Teenage Heaven" did not chart when it was first released but it did become a favorite among fans of Eddie Cochran's music.
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Eddie Cochran's LegacyDespite Cochran's untimely death at the age of 21, his music, including "Teenage Heaven," continues to influence rock and roll.
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CoversThe song has been covered by multiple artists and bands over the years, illustrating its continuous influence on music and popular culture.
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Featured MusiciansConnie 'Guybo' Smith played the bass in this song, with Eddie Cochran himself playing the guitar part.
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Unique Song Composition"Teenage Heaven" features Cochran's innovative use of overdubbing, a technique he often used to layer multiple sound recordings into one track.
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The Album"Teenage Heaven" was included in Cochran's posthumously released album "Never to Be Forgotten" in 1962.
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Eddie Cochran's Style"Teenage Heaven," like most of Cochran's songs, boasted his distinctive rockabilly style, a sub-genre of rock and roll known for its blend of country and rhythm & blues.
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Song ProductionThe song was produced by well-known producer Eddie Ray and was released under the Liberty Records label.
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Music VideoThe music video footage of "Teenage Heaven" from the movie "Go, Johnny, Go!" still provides nostalgic value for the fans.
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Tragic ConnectionCochran's mention of a car in "Teenage Heaven" is rather poignant as he, himself, died in a car crash in England in 1960.
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