Be-Bop-A-Lula

Gene Vincent & His Blue Caps, Gene Vincent & the Blue Caps, Gene Vincent

About Be-Bop-A-Lula

"Be-Bop-A-Lula" is a rockabilly song first recorded in 1956 by Gene Vincent and His Blue Caps.


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Well be-bop-a-lula she's my baby,
Be-bop-a-lula I don't mean maybe.
Be-bop-a-lula she's my baby
Be-bop-a-lula I don't mean maybe
Be-bop-a-lula she's my baby love,
My baby love, my baby love.

Well she's the girl in the red blue jeans.
She's the queen of all the teens.
She's the one that I know
She's the one that loves me so.

Say be-bop-a-lula she's my baby,
Be-bop-a-lula I don't mean maybe.
Be-bop-a-lula she's my baby
Be-bop-a-lula I don't mean maybe
Be-bop-a-lula she's my baby love,
My baby love, my baby love.

Well she's the one that gots that beat.
She's the one with the flyin' feet.
She's the one that walks around the store.
She's the one that gets more more more.

Be-bop-a-lula she's my baby,
Be-bop-a-lula I don't mean maybe.
Be-bop-a-lula she's my baby
Be-bop-a-lula I don't mean maybe
Be-bop-a-lula she's my baby love,
My baby love, my baby love.

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Gene Vincent

Vincent Eugene Craddock (February 11, 1935 – October 12, 1971), known as Gene Vincent, was an American musician who pioneered the styles of rock and roll and rockabilly. His 1956 top ten hit with his Blue Caps, "Be-Bop-A-Lula", is considered a significant early example of rockabilly. He is a member of the Rock and Roll and Rockabilly Halls of Fame. more »

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Written by: Gene Vincent, Tex Davis

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14 facts about this song

Formation
"Be-Bop-A-Lula" is a rockabilly song that was released in 1956 by Gene Vincent and His Blue Caps.
Originality
The song is often cited as one of the first examples of rockabilly music, which is a blend of country and rhythm and blues.
Songwriters
"Be-Bop-A-Lula" was reportedly co-written in a hospital by Vincent and fellow patient Donald Graves. However, the songwriting credits were later assigned to Bill "Sheriff Tex" Davis and Vincent's manager.
Inspiration
The song is thought to have been inspired by a comic strip named "Little Lulu," hence the lyrics "Be-Bop-A-Lula."
Chart Success
The song was a major hit, peaking at No. 5 on the Billboard pop music chart and No. 8 on the R&B chart.
Influence and Legacy
"Be-Bop-A-Lula" is considered as one of the classics of rockabilly music and is often covered by numerous artists including the Beatles, Stray Cats and Queen.
Controversy
Despite its success, "Be-Bop-A-Lula" was initially banned by some U.S. radio stations, as they considered it as overly sexual.
Impact on Band
The song's success eventually led to Vincent and the Blue Caps being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Album Inclusion
"Be-Bop-A-Lula" was included in Vincent's debut album, "Bluejean Bop," which was released later in 1956.
Live Performances
Gene Vincent performed "Be-Bop-A-Lula" regularly in his concerts, and the song became his signature tune.
Song Preservation
In 2002, The U.S. Library of Congress added "Be-Bop-a-Lula" to the National Recording Registry, saying it was "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant."
Worldwide Recognition
The song became a hit in the United Kingdom, where Vincent was hailed as a pioneer rock and roll musician. It peaked at No. 16 on the UK Singles Chart in 1956.
Genre Classification
While commonly known as a rockabilly track, "Be-Bop-A-Lula" is also classified under other genres like rock and roll and country music.
Enduring Popularity
Decades after its release, "Be-Bop-A-Lula" is still frequently played on oldies and classic rock radio stations.

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