Wildwood Days

Bobby Rydell

About Wildwood Days

"Wildwood Days" is a song released by Bobby Rydell in 1963. The subject of the song is Wildwood, New Jersey, a city famous for its nightlife, which was a popular location for rock and roll performances at the time the song was recorded. It eventually became the official anthem of the city as it was played on the boardwalk of Morey's Piers from time to time. The song was also featured in commercials for Wildwood. Rydell's version spent 9 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at No. 17, while reaching No. 14 in Australia, and No. 21 on Canada's CHUM Hit Parade. In 1966, Bobby Curtola released a version of the song, which reached No. 36 on Canada's "RPM 100". 


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Spring'll soon be gone (Wildwood days), summer's coming on (Wildwood days)
And I'm-a dreaming of (Wildwood days) lotsa summer love
And all I think about (Wildwood days) after school is out (Wildwood days)
Heading down the shore (Wildwood days) to have a ball once more

Whoa whoa whoa whoa those Wildwood days, wild, wild Wildwood days
Oh baby, every day?s a holiday and every night is a Saturday night
Oh those Wildwood days, wild, wild Wildwood days
And then those party lights wild, wild Wildwood nights.

Say baby you'll be mine (Wildwood days) cause it's kissing time (Wildwood days)
Gonna twist again (Wildwood days) like remember when 
Sleeping on the beach (Wildwood days) seven days a week (Wildwood days)
Rocking every night (Wildwood days) till the early bright

Whoa whoa whoa whoa those Wildwood days, wild, wild Wildwood days
My baby, every day's a holiday and every night is a Saturday night
Oh those Wildwood days, wild, wild Wildwood days
And then those party lights wild, wild Wildwood nights

Whoa whoa whoa whoa those Wildwood days, wild, wild Wildwood days
Oh baby, every day's a holiday and every night is a Saturday night

Oh those Wildwood days, wild, wild Wildwood days
And then those

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Bobby Rydell

Bobby Rydell (born Robert Louis Ridarelli, 26 April 1942, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American professional singer, mainly of rock and roll music. In the early 1960s he was considered a "teen idol". According to Allmusic music journalist Kim Summers, Rydell, whose interest in show business began at the age of four years, "is one of the most sought-after nightclub and concert acts in the US. His performance in Bye Bye Birdie and his recordings "Wild One" and "Volare" made him a famous performer in the 1960s. Rydell used his talents as an impersonator and drummer mostly in pursuing a musical rather than an acting career. more »

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Written by: DAVE APPELL, KAL MANN

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12 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Wildwood Days" was a song by Bobby Rydell, an American singer who rose to popularity during the early 1960s.
Release Date
The song was released in 1963 as one of the tracks on the album, titled 'Wildwood Days.'
Chart Performance
"Wildwood Days" peaked at the number 17 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 charts and was among Rydell's late-career hits.
Theme of the Song
The song is an ode to the summertime and beach vacations, specifically referring to the area of Wildwood, New Jersey, a popular vacation spot.
Song Writing
The song was written by Dave Appell and Kal Mann, two renowned American songwriters who were responsible for many of the biggest hits from the '60s.
Cover Versions
Though known primarily for Rydell's version, "Wildwood Days" has been covered by various artists, including Brian Hyland and The Dovells.
Pop Culture Reference
The song still resonates with many vacationers and remains a solid part of the Jersey shore and Wildwood's local culture, often getting played on local radio during the summer months.
Personal Connection
Rydell had a personal connection with the theme of the song as he hailed from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Wildwood, New Jersey, is a popular vacation destination for people from that area.
Album Performance
The album 'Wildwood Days' also features other hit singles by Bobby Rydell, such as 'Swingin' School' and 'Volare,' and the album itself had a significant sales success.
Style
The song carries Rydell's signature style, having a pop-rock tone combined with a big-band arrangement. This style was prevalent in Rydell's other big hits and was characteristic of the 'swingin' Sixties'.
Contribution to Career
"Wildwood Days" played a significant role in Bobby Rydell's rise to stardom. This track, among others, solidified his place in the American Pop industry.
Influence
By singing "Wildwood Days," Bobby Rydell helped to increase tourism to the Wildwood area in the '60s, with visitors hoping to experience the fun-filled beach days described in his song.

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