Lollipops and Roses

Jack Jones

About Lollipops and Roses

"Lollipops and Roses" is a song composed by Tony Velona. The best-known version was a Grammy Award-winning recording by Jack Jones in 1962. The Jack Jones recording went to number twelve on the Easy Listening chart. The song was used for the end credits of episode 3 of season 2 of Mad Men.


Year:
1978
4:12
129 
#2

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Tell her you care, each time you speak,
Make it her birthday each day of the week,
Bring her nice things, sugar and spice things,
Roses and lollipops,
And lollipops and roses . . .

One day she'll smile, next day she'll cry,
Minute to minute, you'll never know why!
Coax her, pet her, better yet get her,
Roses and lollipops,
And lollipops and roses . . .

We try acting grown up, but as a rule,
We're all little children, fresh from school . . .

So, carry her books, that's how it starts,
Fourteen to forty, they're kids in their hearts . . .
Keep them handy, flowers and candy,
Roses and lollipops,
And lollipops and roses . . .

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Jack Jones

John Allan "Jack" Jones (born January 14, 1938) is an American jazz and pop singer, popular during the 1960s. Jones was primarily a straight pop singer (even when he recorded contemporary material) whose ventures in the direction of jazz were mostly of the big band/swing variety. Jones won two Grammy Awards. He continues to perform concerts around the world and remains popular in Las Vegas. Jones is widely-known known for his recordings of "Wives and Lovers" (1964 Grammy Award, Best Pop Male Performance), "The Race Is On", "Lollipops and Roses" (1962, Grammy Award, Best Pop Male Performance), "The Impossible Dream", "Call Me Irresponsible", "Lady", and "The Love Boat Theme". more »

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Written by: TONY VELONA

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12 facts about this song

Artist Background
Jack Jones is an American jazz and pop singer, popular during the 1960s. He is a two-time Grammy Award winner and was often associated with traditional pop standards due to his romantic image and smooth vocals.
Song Release
"Lollipops and Roses" was released in 1962.
Album Information
The song is the title track from Jones' "Lollipops and Roses" album.
Awards
Jones won his first Grammy Award - "Best Pop Male Performance" for this song in 1962.
Charts
Although the song was not a hit on the pop charts, it is often considered one of Jack Jones' signature songs.
Composer
The lyrics and music of "Lollipops and Roses" were written by Tony Velona.
Song Theme
The song has a romantic theme, which was common in the pop music of its time. It suggests that small, simple gifts can serve as important reminders of love and appreciation.
Other Notable Performances
Following Jones, the song was covered by several artists, including Paul Petersen, who included it in his 1962 album "Lollipops and Roses."
In Popular Culture
The song was featured in an episode of "Mad Men," a popular American television drama series based in the 1960s. This brought it back into the public consciousness for a time.
Live Performances
Despite its lack of chart success, "Lollipops and Roses" remained a staple in Jack Jones' live performances throughout his career.
Grammy History
Jones was the first artist to win a Grammy in the category "Best Solo Vocal Performance, Male" for this song.
Vocal Style
Jack Jones' rendition of "Lollipops and Roses" is noted for its smooth and rich vocal timbre, showcasing the singer's range and expressivity.

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