In 1960, the group known as The Four Lovers evolved into The Four Seasons, with Frankie Valli as the lead singer, Bob Gaudio (formerly of The Royal Teens) on keyboards and tenor vocals, Tommy DeVito on lead guitar and baritone vocals, and Nick Massi on bass guitar and bass vocals.
The Four Seasons and the Beach Boys were virtually the only American groups whose successful careers were not derailed when the Beatles and the British Invasion bands hit the States in 1964. In fact, 1964 ranks as the Four Seasons' biggest year of all, despite the insurgency from abroad, which attests to their durability and appeal among America's teenagers. That appeal stemmed from the Four Seasons' ability to complement spotless Italian-American doo-wop harmonies with the forceful falsetto and three-octave range of lead vocalist Frankie Valli - the other members were Bob Gaudio on keyboards and tenor vocals, Tommy DeVito on lead guitar and baritone vocals, Gerry Polci on drums, and Nick Massi on bass guitar and bass vocals. Frankie Valli and Tommy DeVito previously performed with Nick DeVito (Tommy's twin brother) and Hank Majewski as the Four Lovers. later on the Four Season where heavley shaped by the songwriting of band member Bob Gaudio, with arrangements and production that drew upon everything from Phil Spector's "Wall of Sound" to the danceable beat of Motown's pop/R&B singles. During a hitmaking streak that spanned the years 1962-68, the Four Seasons netted two dozen Top Forty singles, including the Number One hits "Sherry," "Big Girls Don't Cry," "Walk Like a Man" and "Rag Doll." They've sold over 100 million records worldwide, making them the most successful white doo-wop group in rock and roll history.
At their peak, the Four Seasons made recordings that expressed the tough-but-tender sensibility of their home turf in the Northeast much in the way the Beach Boys encapsulated the world of Southern California in harmony and song. In the words of Billy Joel, a longtime fan who grew up listening to them on Long Island, "The Four Seasons had wonderful chord progressions, beautiful writing, terrific production fantastic harmony, records that really spoke to us."
The band released their first hit "Sherry" in 1962. Under the guidance of producer/songwriter Bob Crewe, The Four Seasons followed up "Sherry" with several well-remembered hits, including "Big Girls Don't Cry", "Walk Like a Man" and "Candy Girl". In the mid 1960s, the British Invasion slowed down their career somewhat, but the Four Seasons released several more big hits in 1964, such as "Dawn", "Rag Doll", which was the first single on WABC Radio, New York to be "pick hit of the week" one week and the number 1 single the following week, "Big Man in Town", "Ronnie" and "Save It for Me". Nick Massi left the Four Seasons in 1965 and was replaced by Joe Long who became the mainstay on bass and backup vocals until 1976. Several more Top 10 singles followed, including "Let's Hang On", "Working My Way Back To You", "Can't Take My Eyes Off You", and "C'mon Marianne"; but by late 1967, the group's popularity was deteriorating, as public interest moved towards rock with a harder edge and more socially conscious lyrics. The band would, however, enjoy a brief revival in their popularity in the mid 1970s, with the hits "Who Loves You", "Swearin' to God", and their last number one hit "December, 1963 (Oh, What a Night)".
Sherry
The Four Seasons Lyrics
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Sherry, Sherry baby
Sherry baby (Sherry baby, Sherry baby)
Sherry, can you come out tonight? (come come, come out tonight)
Sherry baby (Sherry baby)
Sherry, can you come out tonight?
(Come out) where the bright moon shines
(Come out) we'll dance the night away
I'm gonna make you mine
Sherry baby (Sherry baby, Sherry baby)
Sherry, can you come out tonight?
(Come come, come out tonight)
(Come come, come out tonight)
You better ask your mama (Sherry baby)
Tell her everything is all right
(Why don't you come out?) (come out) with your red dress on
(Come out) Hmm, you look so fine
(Come out) Move it nice and easy
Girl, you'll make me lose my mind
Sherry baby (Sherry baby, Sherry baby)
Sherry, can you come out tonight?
(Come come, come out tonight)
(Come come, come out tonight)
Sherry, Sherry baby
The Four Seasons's song "Sherry" was released in 1962, and quickly became a hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The song's upbeat melody and catchy lyrics make it a classic for dancing and singing along to. The song tells the story of a young man named who is infatuated with a girl named Sherry. He asks her to come out and dance with him, promising to make her his. He tells her to come to his "twist party" where they can dance the night away under the bright moon shine.
The lyrics of "Sherry" illustrate a simple but timeless story of young love and infatuation. The repetition of the name "Sherry" and the phrases "Sherry baby" and "come out tonight" add to the song's catchy feel and make it easy to sing along with. The lyrics are lighthearted and fun, and the music itself is characterized by the band's harmonies and catchy falsetto vocals.
In short, "Sherry" by The Four Seasons is a classic 1960s pop song that tells the story of a young man who is smitten with a girl named Sherry. The song's upbeat melody, catchy lyrics, and sweet sentiment make it a timeless hit that's easy to sing and dance along to.
Line by Line Meaning
Sherry, Sherry baby
The singer is calling out to the girl named Sherry.
Sherry baby (Sherry baby, Sherry baby)
Repeating the name 'Sherry baby' to add emphasis to the name.
Sherry, can you come out tonight? (come come, come out tonight)
The singer is inviting Sherry to come out and have a good time tonight with him.
(Why don't you come out?) (come out) to my twist party
The party theme is 'twist' and the singer is inviting Sherry to attend it.
(Come out) where the bright moon shines
The party will be held outside where the moonlight is shining bright.
(Come out) we'll dance the night away
The singer plans to dance with Sherry all night at the party.
I'm gonna make you mine
The singer is interested in a romantic relationship with Sherry.
You better ask your mama (Sherry baby)
The singer is suggesting that Sherry seek her mother's permission to go out tonight.
Tell her everything is all right
The singer wants Sherry to reassure her mother that everything will be okay.
(Why don't you come out?) (come out) with your red dress on
The singer wants Sherry to wear a red dress to the party.
(Come out) Hmm, you look so fine
The singer compliments Sherry on her appearance.
(Come out) Move it nice and easy
The singer wants Sherry to dance slowly and enjoyably.
Girl, you'll make me lose my mind
The singer is deeply attracted to Sherry and her dancing.
Sherry, Sherry baby
The singer repeats Sherry's name again to make sure she hears him.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BOB GAUDIO
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@davehertle
I was feeding cows in the afternoon during the summer of 1962, when I first heard this song come over the radio. I remember here 60 years later just where I was, the direction in the barn I was moving, the angle of the sun coming into the barn. It was a moment etched on my soul.
@huntingfashiondolls3307
how beautiful!!! that means you are really living every moment
@bleesedbythebest
Beautiful!!
@tootsie3612
That's cool. I am named after this song, but I wasn't born until 1965. My Momma loved this song. My daddy liked Rhonda by the Beach Boys. He was on an aircraft carrier when I was born, so my Momma got her way. My MawMaw chose my middle name.
@SpeegBJ
@Sherry K Very nice name history there.
@SpeegBJ
Wow....I love this. I just finished an essay on Sherry, 1962 and what I was doing when this tune came into our lives. I was in Florida, frying bologna...moving into a little blue house..I wore a purple and white striped sundress. The visceralness of the music cannot be undone. Kudos to you.
@joebaumgart1146
I'm a 29 year old man, but when Frankie hits those High notes I get transported to the early 60's.
@joebaumgart1146
@Cringe Captor Shrekura first of what if I am. Second off how old are you? Grow up.
@mikebonora2238
Joe, I am 62 and grew up with this music, today's music is not anything like this. It was just simple lyrics of love and life, glad that you like this music era. And I don't get the gay thing from that knuckle head that responded to you.
@coldsoup7338
yo whats wrong with being gay? being gay isnt an insult, I'd be actually more insulted if you assumed im straight