Initially formed in 1955 as "The Juvenairs", their song, "Do the Bop," came to the attention of charismatic celebrity Dick Clark, who suggested that they rename it "At the Hop". The song was not initially a success. Yet, after being played on Clark's Bandstand, it was picked up by ABC-Paramount Records, and it then stayed at the top of the U.S. charts for seven weeks. It went on to sell over two million copies worldwide. The song was followed by the similar sounding "Rock 'n' Roll Is Here To Stay", which also made it into the Top 20 and has been later included in various collaboration albums just like "At the Hop".
In 1960, Danny and the Juniors were signed to Dick Clark's Swan Records label, and they released one more record, "Twistin' USA". It made it into the Top 40 and became their final hit single. They went on to release several more singles, but the group sadly were not able to repeat their earlier successes.
Dave White left the group in the early 60s to concentrate on writing and production. White was very successful in this venture, composing a number of hits, including "You Don't Own Me" for Leslie Gore (also famously covered in new wave style by Klaus Nomi) as well as "1-2-3" and "Like A Baby" for Len Barry. In the late 60s, the Juniors also appeared on Guyden Records, Mercury Records, and Capitol Records, where they re-recorded "Rock 'n' Roll Is Here To Stay" in 1968.
In 1976, "At the Hop" was re-issued, and it made its way into the Top 40 of the UK Singles Chart.
Danny Rapp was found dead in a hotel in Arizona on April 5, 1983, of an apparent suicide.
Members
Danny Rapp (born Daniel Earl Rapp, May 9, 1941, Philadelphia – died April 5, 1983) — lead vocalist
Joe Terry (born Joseph Terranova, January 30, 1941, Philadelphia – died April 15, 2019) — lead/baritone vocalist
Dave White (born Dave White Tricker, September 1, 1939, Philadelphia - died March 17, 2019, Las Vegas) — 1st tenor vocalist
Frank Maffei (born December 15, 1939, Philadelphia) — baritone/2nd tenor vocalist
Bobby Maffei — 1st tenor vocalist
Awards and recognition
Danny & the Juniors were inducted into The Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 2003, and the group was inducted into the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame on November 22, 2013.
I only have eyes for you
Danny & The Juniors Lyrics
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I can't see anyone but you
Sha bop sha bop
Are the stars out tonight
I don't know if it's cloudy or bright
I only have eyes for you dear
But I can't see a thing in the sky
I only have eyes for you
I don't know if we're in a garden
Or on a crowded avenue
You are here and so am I
Maybe millions of people go by
But they all disappear from view
And I only have eyes for you
In Danny & The Dreamers' song "Only One," the lyrics express a deep and intense love for someone. The singer describes their love as a "kind of blind love," indicating that they are completely focused on this one person and unable to see anyone else. The repetition of the phrase "I only have eyes for you" highlights the exclusivity and intensity of the singer's love.
The lyrics also depict a sense of detachment from the outside world. The singer wonders if the stars are shining or if it's cloudy and bright, signifying that they are so consumed by their love that they are oblivious to their surroundings. Similarly, the moon may be high, but the singer can't see anything else in the sky because their focus is solely on their beloved.
The lyrics further emphasize the depth of the singer's love by contrasting their presence with the millions of people passing by. While others may come and go, they quickly fade from view, as the singer's attention remains fixed on the person they love. This implies a sense of longing and devotion, as if nothing else matters when this person is around.
Overall, "Only One" portrays a love that is all-consuming, blinding the singer to everything and everyone except their beloved. It showcases a deep connection and the ability of love to create a sense of detachment from the outside world.
Line by Line Meaning
My love must be a kind of blind love
The intensity of my love for you is so strong that it blinds me to anyone else.
I can't see anyone but you
No one else captures my attention or affection except for you.
Sha bop sha bop
A playful phrase to express the joy and excitement of being completely focused on you.
Are the stars out tonight
I wonder if the stars are shining in the sky.
I don't know if it's cloudy or bright
My focus is solely on you, so I'm not aware of the weather conditions outside.
I only have eyes for you dear
You are the only person I am truly interested in and all my attention is directed towards you.
The moon may be high
Although the moon might be visible in the sky,
But I can't see a thing in the sky
I am so consumed with my love for you that everything else, including the moon, becomes invisible to me.
I only have eyes for you
My entire focus and attention are solely on you.
I don't know if we're in a garden
I am not aware of our surroundings or where we are.
Or on a crowded avenue
It doesn't matter if we are in a peaceful garden or a bustling street, because all that matters to me is being with you.
You are here and so am I
Both of us are present in this moment together.
Maybe millions of people go by
While countless individuals pass us by,
But they all disappear from view
They fade into the background and become insignificant compared to the significance you hold in my eyes.
And I only have eyes for you
My attention, affection, and devotion are exclusively reserved for you.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Al Dubin, Harry Warren
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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"It's Still Rock And Roll To Me"
What's the matter with the clothes I'm wearing?
"Can't you tell that your tie's too wide?"
Maybe I should buy some old tab collars?
"Welcome back to the age of jive.
Where have you been hidin' out lately, honey?
You can't dress trashy till you spend a lot of money."
Everybody's talkin' 'bout the new sound
Funny, but it's still rock and roll to me
What's the matter with the car I'm driving?
"Can't you tell that it's out of style?"
Should I get a set of white wall tires?
"Are you gonna cruise the miracle mile?
Nowadays you can't be too sentimental
Your best bet's a true baby blue Continental."
Hot funk, cool punk, even if it's old junk
It's still rock and roll to me
Oh, it doesn't matter what they say in the papers
'Cause it's always been the same old scene.
There's a new band in town
But you can't get the sound from a story in a magazine...
Aimed at your average teen
How about a pair of pink sidewinders
And a bright orange pair of pants?
"You could really be a Beau Brummel baby
If you just give it half a chance.
Don't waste your money on a new set of speakers,
You get more mileage from a cheap pair of sneakers."
Next phase, new wave, dance craze, anyways
It's still rock and roll to me
What's the matter with the crowd I'm seeing?
"Don't you know that they're out of touch?"
Should I try to be a straight 'A' student?
"If you are then you think too much.
Don't you know about the new fashion honey?
All you need are looks and a whole lotta money."
It's the next phase, new wave, dance craze, anyways
It's still rock and roll to me
Everybody's talkin' 'bout the new sound
Funny, but it's still rock and roll to me
- Billy Joel
Fred Fedak
Over 60 years old and still rockin'. None of today's music will ever achieve that.
HarrodsFan
Well said and true.
GlenGH
Keep on rocking my friend!
Steve Dwyer
Rock N Roll is here to stay and it will Never die!
Carlos Garibay
Steve Dwyer those words were true
Steve Dwyer
David Osterberg Danny and the juniors then Neul young
Airyana Waējah
It's Already Dead
Patriot 2000
@Airyana Waējah No it isn't, and never will be!
Chad Jefferson Davis White IV
(C) rap killed music
Danny Sordello
It was a wonderful time to be a teenager and be able to grow up with all that was coming our way! Thank you 50's and 60's rockers!