Little Bitty Girl

Bobby Rydell

About Little Bitty Girl

"Little Bitty Girl" is a song released in 1960 by Bobby Rydell. The song spent 15 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at No. 19.


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In such a big, big world
Somewhere in this big big world
There`s got to be a Little Bitty Girl for me
I`ve got a big big love
For this Little Bitty Girl
So where in this big big world can she be?

I`ve searched high and low
In every place I go
I ask everyone I know
Where is this love for me?
I have such big big dreams bout
This Little Bitty Girl
So where in this big big world can she be?

In such a big, big world
Somewhere in this big big world
There`s got to be a Little Bitty Girl for me
I`ve got a big big love
For this Little Bitty Girl
So where in this big big world can she be?

I`ve searched high and low
In every place I go
I ask everyone I know
Where is this love for me?
I have such big big dreams bout
This Little Bitty Girl
So where in this big big world can she be?

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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: CLINT BALLARD JR., FRED TOBIAS

Lyrics © BEARDOG PUBLISHING COMPANY , HOLEE MUSIC

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13 facts about this song

Release and Album Information
"Little Bitty Girl" is a song by American singer Bobby Rydell and is one of his most popular songs. It was released in 1960 as a double side single with "Wild One" by Cameo-Parkway Records.
Chart Success
The song reached the number 19 position on the Billboard Hot 100 charts in the United States. Its success was relatively high for a single of that era.
Genre and Arrangement
As for the genre, "Little Bitty Girl" is a pop song with some early influences of rock-n-roll. The arrangement of the song is rich with vibrant horn sections, signature to Bobby Rydell's style.
Song Cover
In 2008, "Little Bitty Girl" was covered by Marc Martel, an alternative rock band from Canada.
Distinct Style
One of the distinct things about "Little Bitty Girl" is its upbeat tempo and catchy lyrics, something that was common in Rydell's songs.
Song Theme
The song conveys a story of a young man's affection for a very petite, charming girl which is a common theme in many pop songs of the 60s.
Song’s Legacy
"Little Bitty Girl" is considered one of the songs that built Bobby Rydell’s successful musical career. It is often included in his concert setlists and in compilations of his greatest hits.
Released Alongside Another Hit
The song was released as a ‘double A-side’ single with "Wild One." "Wild One" was a great success, hitting number two on the Billboard Hot 100.
Co-Writer
"Little Bitty Girl" was co-written by Kal Mann & Dave Appell, who were both well-known songwriters and producers during the 1960s and instrumental in establishing the Philadelphia Sound.
Rydell’s Young Age
At the time Bobby Rydell released "Little Bitty Girl," he was only 18 years old, establishing him as a teenage pop idol of the 1960s.
Cultural Influence
The song is seen as a reflection of the innocent, romantic ballads of the early 60s, often played at high school dances and on radio stations.
Impact on Rydell’s Career
Alongside hits like “Wild One” and “Volare,” "Little Bitty Girl" helped solidify Rydell’s presence in the U.S. music scene and contributed significantly to his career’s early success.
Personal Meaning
The song's subject matter of a young man in love with a small, "bitty" girl is said to have reflected Rydell's own preferences in women, as per some interviews he gave over the years.

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