16 Candles

The Crests

About 16 Candles

"16 Candles" is a 1958 song performed by The Crests and written by Luther Dixon and Allyson R. Khent.


Year:
2002
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Happy Birthday, happy birthday baby
Oh, I love you so
Sixteen candles make a lovely light
But not as bright as your eyes tonight
Blow out the candles
Make your wish come true
For I'll be wishing that you love me too

You're only sixteen but you're my teenage queen
You're the prettiest, the loveliest girl I've ever seen
Sixteen candles in my heart will glow
Forever and ever
For I love you so

You're only sixteen but you're my teenage queen
Oh, you're the prettiest, the loveliest girl I've ever seen
Sixteen candles in my heart will glow
Forever and ever
For I love you so
Oh, I love you so

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The Crests

The Crests were a New York R&B doo-wop group of the late 1950s and early 1960s. Their most popular song was "16 Candles," which rose to number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1959. It sold over one million copies, earning a gold disc. The interracial group had three black members (one female), one Puerto Rican, and one Italian-American. more »

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Written by: LUTHER DIXON, ALLYSON R. KHENT

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"16 Candles" was released by The Crests in 1958.
Genre Classification
The song is often classified under 'doo-wop,' a genre of music popular in the 1950s known for its rich vocal harmonies.
Chart Performance
"16 Candles" was a big hit and reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Notable Recognition
The song is one of The Crests' best-known hits, and has been widely covered and featured in numerous films and TV shows.
Influence on Culture
John Hughes' 1984 film "Sixteen Candles" was named after this song, highlighting the influence it had on pop culture.
Background of the Band
The Crests were one of the most successful interracial groups of the 1950s. The group had three African American members, one Puerto Rican, and one Italian American.
Lead Vocalist’s Contribution
Johnny Maestro (John Mastrangelo), lead vocalist of The Crests, was particularly praised for his strong and distinctive vocal delivery in "16 Candles."
Record Label
"16 Candles" was released by the record label Coed.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several artists, including The Stray Cats and Jerry Lee Lewis.
Legacy
In 2002, "16 Candles" was inducted into the Doo Wop Hall of Fame, recognizing its significance in doo-wop music history.

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