There's a Party Goin' On
Wanda Jackson
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Beefsteak Charly is a-throwing a feast Right around the corner down the road East And there's a party goin' on Ooh, there's a party goin' on We're gonna swing it, shake it, make it Shimmy till the break of dawn Now everybody grab your Sunday best Let's make it on down to Charly's nest 'Cause there's a party goin' on Ooh, there's a party goin' on We're gonna swing it, shake it, make it Shimmy till the break of dawn Well, you betcha yeah! So grab your shoes and baby grab your mink And leave those dishes on the kitchen sink 'Cause there's a party goin' on Ooh, there's a party goin' on We're gonna swing it, shake it, make it Shimmy till the break of dawn Yeah, yeah, yeah! You don't need a rocket to take you into space Just make it down to Charly's, he's a-saving you a place 'Cause there's a party goin' on Ooh, there's a party goin' on We're gonna swing it, shake it, make it Shimmy till the break of dawn We're gonna swing it, shake it, make it Shimmy till the break of dawn
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Written by: DON COVAY, JOHN BERRY
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7 facts about this song
Artist HistoryJody Miller is a country music singer known for her hits in the late 1960s and 1970s. Some of her popular tracks include "Queen Of The House" and "He's So Fine."
- Wanda Jackson, also known as the "Queen of Rockabilly," is one of the pioneering female rock and roll artists. She is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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Song Background"There's a Party Goin' On" is a song that was covered by both Jody Miller and Wanda Jackson. It was released by Jackson in 1961 and covered by Miller in 1972.
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Lyrics and CompositionThe song talks about a party where everyone is having fun, but the narrator is feeling left out as the person they desire is with someone else.
- It's an upbeat track which mirrors the jovial party scene but contrasts with the melancholic theme of the lyrics.
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Album Information"There's a Party Goin' On" is also the title name of Wanda Jackson's fourth studio album. The album, released by Capitol Records, gained significant popularity.
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Chart PerformanceWhile neither version charted on the Billboard Hot 100, they both became popular tracks in Miller and Jackson's discography, demonstrating both artists' versatility in covering different genres of music.
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InfluenceThe ability of both these strong female artists to succeed in the male-dominated music industry of the 1960s and 70s, is reflective in their performance of this song, and it contributed to paving the way for future generations of female artists.
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Song ReceptionThe song has been appreciated for its lively vibe and the touching portrayal of the less glamorous side of party life. Both versions are noted for the energetic performances of the artists.
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