Swingin' School

Bobby Rydell

About Swingin' School

"Swingin' School" is a song released in 1960 by Bobby Rydell. The song was from the film "Because They're Young”. "Swingin' School" spent 12 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at No. 5, while reaching No. 11 in Flanders, No. 18 in Wallonia, and No. 44 in the UK's Record Retailer chart. Paired with its flip-side, "Ding-A-Ling", "Swingin' School" reached No. 1 in Australia and No. 2 on Canada's CHUM Hit Parade.


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Chicks (ah)
Kicks (ah)
Cats (ah)
Cool (ah)
Ah, school
Yeah, yeah, yeah
I go a swingin' school
(La, la-la-la, la, la, la)
Where the chicks are kicks
And the cats are cool
(La, la-la-la, la, la, la)
Well we dance the greatest
And we dress the latest
Whoa-whoa-whoa
I go a swingin' school
(Ah, Bobby, ah)
(Everythings cool), that's cool
(We're glad you go to a swingin' school)
My little chick is my heart's desire
(La, la-la-la, la, la, la)
Well the way we kiss
It puts the school on fire
(La, la-la-la, la, la, la)
Ah, chicks (ah)
Kicks (ah)
Cats (ah)
Cool (ah)
Yeah, school (aaah, ah, ah)
Yeah, yeah, yeah, well
(Whoa-oh, whoa-oh)
[Instrumental Interlude]
(Whoa-oh, whoa-oh)
(Ah
(Ah)
After school we have to rendezvous
(La, la-la-la, la, la, la)
Gonna plan all the things
That we're gonna do
(La, la-la-la, la, la, la)
Trade bookin' for cookin'
And I'll quit my lookin'
When our days at the school are through
(Ah, Bobby, ah)
(Everythings cool, that's cool)
(We're glad you go to a swingin' school)
We live and love by the golden rule
(La, la-la-la, la, la, la)
We're gonna settle down
At a swingin' school
(La, la-la-la, la, la, la)
Well have a house and car
A swimmin' pool
Whoa-whoa-whoa
I go a swingin' school
(La, la-la-la, la, la, la)
I said, a whoa-whoa-whoa
I go a swingin' school

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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: DAVE APPELL, BERNIE LOWE, KAL MANN

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Swingin' School" was sung by Bobby Rydell, an American singer, especially popular during the early 60s. He was known for his teen idol status, achieved through his charismatic performances and hit songs.
Song Release
"Swingin' School" was released in the year 1960. The song was featured on the popular teenage dance show 'American Bandstand,' significantly boosting its popularity.
Chart Performance
This song charted at number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it one of Bobby Rydell's biggest hits.
Song Theme
The song is a vibrant tune with lyrics about the enjoyment of being a teenager and going to a "Swingin' School". The upbeat track perfectly captures the essence of high school in the 60s.
Album Information
"Swingin' School" was featured on Rydell's third studio album, "Bobby's Biggest Hits," which was released in 1961.
Songwriter
The song was written by Kal Mann, Dave Appell, and Bernie Lowe, all who were significant players in the music industry and helped to shape the “Philadelphia sound.”
Genre Affiliation
The track belongs to the Rock and Roll genre, specifically the sub-genre known as "Teen Idol". It represents the youthful, fun-loving spirit of this sub-genre.
Live Performances
Bobby Rydell frequently included this song in his live concerts, often eliciting enthusiastic responses from his fans.
Cultural Impact
"Swingin' School" was notable for capturing the optimism and freedom associated with the early 60s youth culture in America. This song has been used in several movies and TV shows to evoke the energy of that era.
Cover Versions
Despite its success and fame, "Swingin' School" hasn't been covered by many artists, attesting to Bobby Rydell's unique performance that's hard to match.

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