Down In the Alley

The Clovers

About Down In the Alley

"Down in the Alley" is a song released as a single by The Clovers in 1957. Elvis Presley recorded it in 1966. His version was included as a bonus track on his 1966 soundtrack album Spinout.


Year:
2014
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Janie, Janie, Janie, Janie, Jane Jane
Janie, Janie, Janie, Janie, Jane Jane
Down in the alley, just you and me
We're going bowlin' till half past three
Just rockin' and reelin', we'll get that feelin'
Down in the alley, oh baby gee

I plant you now and dig you later
'Cause you're a fine sweet potato
We'll have a ball and that ain't all
Down in the alley, just you and me

The clock is striking a mournful sound
This time of evening my love comes down
That's when I'm missin' your kind of kissin'
Down in the alley, that's where I'll be

Down in the alley, we sure have fun
We just get started 'bout half past one
So if you're 'round just come on down
Down in the alley and you will see

Janie, Janie, Janie, Janie, Jane Jane
Janie, Janie, Janie, Janie, Jane Jane
Janie, Janie, Janie, Janie, Jane Jane
Janie, Janie, Janie, Janie, Jane

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The Clovers

The Clovers are an American rhythm & blues group. more »

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Written by: CLOVERS, JESSE A. STONE

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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7 facts about this song

Historical Context
"Down in the Alley" is a rhythm and blues song released by the American group, The Clovers, in the mid-1950s. Known as one of the pioneering groups of the doo wop era, The Clovers were instrumental in shaping the sound of rhythm and blues during this time.
Song Version
The version of "Down in the Alley" that The Clovers performed is actually not the original. The song is a traditional folk song that was popular among blues musicians in the 1920s and 1930s.
Influence
The Clovers' rendition of "Down in the Alley" has been influential in the music world. It has been covered by numerous artists, including iconic performers like Elvis Presley and Bob Dylan.
Chart Performance
"Down in the Alley" may not have been on top of the charts when released by The Clovers, but its covers by heavyweight musicians have become quite popular.
Song's Legacy
Though not necessarily their most popular song, "Down in the Alley" has become a significant part of The Clovers’ musical legacy due to its subsequent reinterpretations by major artists.
Members of The Clovers
During the time of recording "Down in the Alley", The Clovers consisted of John "Buddy" Bailey, Harold Lucas, Matthew McQuater, Harold Winley, Billy Mitchell, and Thomas Woods.
Record Label
The song was released under the Atlantic Records label, known for producing many successful acts in rhythm and blues, rock and roll, and jazz.

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