By the time he was 12 (1952), Avalon began making appearances on U.S. television for his trumpet prowess, and as a teenager, played with Bobby Rydell in a band known as Rocco and the Saints. In 1959, his songs "Venus" and "Why?" both went to number one on Billboard magazine's Hot 100. Indeed, "Why" was the last #1 hit of the 1950s.
During the 1960s, Avalon became known for his roles in the Beach Party film genre. Later, he became the U.S. national television spokesperson for Sonic Drive-In.
Dede Dinah
Frankie Avalon Lyrics
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Love my Dinah (Dede Dinah)
There ain't no girl that is fine-ah
Than my rockin', rollin' Dinah
Dede Dinah, Dede Dinah
Love to squeeze 'er (Dede Dinah)
Love to tease 'er (Dede Dinah)
'Cause my Dinah is-a mine-ah
Pretty Dinah, pretty Dinah
Bony Maronie, Peggy Sue
Ain't got that love so very tru-ue
But, with my Dinah, I sure knew
There's nothing for me she wouldn't do, do-do-do-do
Oh, that's my Dinah (Dede Dinah)
My own Dinah (Dede Dinah)
There's no girl I know can beat 'er
When it comes to bein' sweeter than my Dinah
Dede Dinah
Bony Maronie, Peggy Sue
Ain't got that love so very tru-ue
But, with my Dinah, I sure knew
There's nothing for me she wouldn't do, do-do-do-do
Oh, that's my Dinah (Dede Dinah)
My own Dinah (Dede Dinah)
There's no girl I know can beat 'er
When it comes to bein' sweeter than my Dinah
Dede Dinah
Dede Dinah, Dede Dinah
Dede Dinah, Dede Dinah
The lyrics to Frankie Avalon's song "Dede Dinah" express the singer's deep love and admiration for his girlfriend, Dinah. He sings about how no other girl can compare to her and how she is the sweetest and finest girl he knows. The repetition of her name in the chorus, "Dede Dinah, Dede Dinah," reinforces his affection for her.
He goes on to reference other popular songs of the time like "Bony Maronie" and "Peggy Sue," but asserts that they do not have the true love that he shares with Dinah. He claims that there is nothing she wouldn't do for him, which highlights her deep devotion to their relationship.
Overall, the song celebrates the joys of young love, and speaks to the popular culture of the late 1950s and early 1960s.
Line by Line Meaning
I love my Dinah (Dede Dinah)
I have strong feelings of affection towards my partner, Dinah.
Love my Dinah (Dede Dinah)
My love for Dinah is constant and unwavering.
There ain't no girl that is fine-ah
I have not met any other girl who is more attractive than Dinah.
Than my rockin', rollin' Dinah
Dinah is cool and hip.
Love to squeeze 'er (Dede Dinah)
I enjoy showing physical affection towards Dinah.
Love to tease 'er (Dede Dinah)
I enjoy playfully teasing Dinah to show my affection.
No one else can have my Dinah
I am possessive of Dinah and do not want anyone else to have her.
'Cause my Dinah is-a mine-ah
Dinah belongs to me and no one else.
Pretty Dinah, pretty Dinah
Dinah is beautiful.
Bony Maronie, Peggy Sue
Other girls named Bony Maronie and Peggy Sue are not important to me.
Ain't got that love so very tru-ue
My love for them is not as genuine as my love for Dinah.
But, with my Dinah, I sure knew
With Dinah, I am confident in our relationship.
There's nothing for me she wouldn't do, do-do-do-do
Dinah is willing to do anything for me.
Oh, that's my Dinah (Dede Dinah)
I am proud and happy to call Dinah my partner.
My own Dinah (Dede Dinah)
Dinah belongs to me and me only.
There's no girl I know can beat 'er
I have not met any other girl who is better than Dinah.
When it comes to bein' sweeter than my Dinah
Dinah is kind and affectionate.
Dede Dinah
Dinah is the one and only.
Dede Dinah
Dinah is the most important person in my life.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PETER DE ANGELIS, ROBERT P. MARCUCCI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Kartikeya Juneja
What a legend Frankie Avalon
Wendell Peters
Frankie Avalon, he is great! Great love songs too, and great memories, Jesus bless us all :)
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rockitradio
Another great selection NRRA!!!! We have made it our video pick of the week here at Rock-it Radio! Thank you for all you do keeping these vintage videos going!
Tonithenightowl
Always loved Frankie Avalon. He was handsome , charismatic and humble all at the same time. He connected with his audience. Sixty yrs later....his name is still known.
Rebel Baron
OMG this song brings back memories.
My cousins name was Diane and we used to sing this to her from the time she was a cute little toddler to a mature teenager.
vdubR borero
Man this sounds like a great ska song, very upbeat love it..
Mr. BLACKHAWK
It's a great jiving tune!
fullplate100
Have some musician friends who worked with him about a month ago. They say he was great, still singing his ass off! The consummate professional, at 75 yrs. old or so! I'm impressed!!