Be Young, Be Foolish, Be Happy
The Tams
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Be young, be foolish, but be happy Be young, be foolish, but be happy Don't let the rain get you down, it's a waste of time A waste of time Have your fun, live everyday in the bright sunshine The bright sunshine Well, it's the same old story all over the world Girl meets boy, and boy meets girl So be young, be foolish, but be happy Be young, be foolish, but be happy Don't let love slip away, slip away Live your life for today, for today Life is too short to worry about unimportant things Unimportant things Reach for the sky, touch your star, and then you find your dream Find your dream 'Cause dreamin' alone, it's a shame indeed But if you got love that's all you need So be young, be foolish, girl be happy Be young, be foolish, girl stay happy So be young, be foolish, girl be happy Be young, be foolish, girl stay happy So be young, be foolish, girl be happy Be young, be foolish, girl stay happy ...
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Written by: J COBB, J R COBB, RAY WHITLEY
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10 facts about this song
Track Origins"Be Young, Be Foolish, Be Happy" is a song performed by The Tams, a group known for its beach music during the 1960s.
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Release DetailsThe song was initially recorded and released in 1968.
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Songwriters"Be Young, Be Foolish, Be Happy" was written by Ray Whitley and J.R. Cobb. The latter was a member of the popular 1960s, 1970s group, the Atlanta Rhythm Section.
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Success in Chart RankingsDespite its popularity and being a signature song of the Tams, "Be Young, Be Foolish, Be Happy" did not initially achieve major chart success. It peaked at #61 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1968 and reached #26 on the UK Singles Chart when it was re-released in 1970.
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Cover VersionsThe song was covered by numerous other artists including Sly & the Family Stone, The Sensational Alex Harvey Band, and The Kingsmen.
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Feature in AdvertisementsIn 2007, the song featured prominently in a television commercial for the Australian health insurance fund Medibank Private.
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Recognition in Pop CultureThe song has now become synonymous with the 'Beach Music' scene, considered a classic of the genre.
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Album Details"Be Young, Be Foolish, Be Happy" was included in The Tams' 1968 album "A Little More Soul".
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InstrumentationThe song is notable for its upbeat rhythm, soulful vocal delivery, and lush instrumentation, including horns and string arrangements.
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Message and ThemeThe lyrics of the song convey a feel-good message, encouraging listeners to embrace youth and silliness, and to seek happiness in life.
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