1. The Regents were a doo-wop voc… Read Full Bio ↴At least 5 groups share this name:
1. The Regents were a doo-wop vocal group from New York in the late 1950s and early 1960s. They are best known for writing and recording the hit "Barbara Ann" in 1961, which reached #13 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and #2 when later covered by the Beach Boys in 1965 on their album, Beach Boys' Party!.
2. The Regents were a UK-based punk/new wave group from the late 70's. They had a #11 hit in 1980 with the single '7 Teen'.
3. The Regents was a Barbershop Quartet.
4. Regents is a hardcore band from Baltimore, MD
5. A Finnish surf rock band. http://www.theregents.info
#1 The Regents a doo-wop vocal group from New York in the late 1950s and early 1960s, with original members:
Ernie Maresca (replaced by Don Jacobucci)
Chuck Fassert (brother of "Barbara-Ann" author Fred Fassert)
Guy Villari (born 11 August 1942, Bronx, NY; died 21 September 2017, Middletown, NY)
Sal Cuomo
Tony Gravagna
They formed in the Bronx, New York, in 1959. Group members included Guy Villari on lead; Sal Cuomo, first tenor; Chuck Fassert, second tenor; Don Jacobucci, sax player/baritone; Tony Gravagna on bass.
An earlier version of the group from 1957 was called The Monterays, and included Villari, Cuomo, Fassert and Ernie Maresca (who later had a hit with "Shout! Shout! (Knock Yourself Out)", and also wrote songs such as the Regent's "Runaround" and "The Wanderer" recorded by Dion).
The group recorded demos in Bell Sound, Associated, and Regent Sound studios. They were signed to Seville Records as The Desires, however, none of the songs they recorded were released, until the group had success three years later as The Regents. The Regents' name came from a combination of recording a demo at Regent Sound studio, and the fact that Villari smoked Regents cigarettes.
In 1958 the group recorded Villari's "A Teenager's Love". At the same recording session they waxed "Barbara-Ann" in three takes. Shortly afterwards, Tony Gravagna, was installed into the group. Unable to secure a recording contract, they disbanded about a year later.
Eddie Jacobucci revived the Regents by accident. His group, the Consorts, lacked original songs for an audition, so they recorded a version of "Barbara-Ann". The owner of Cousins Records heard the track and decided to release the original version by the Regents. The original group reunited, and Cousins released "Barbara-Ann" in March 1961. It became a No. 1 record in New York; the demand was such that Cousins leased it to Roulette/Gee for worldwide distribution, and it reached #13 in the Billboard Hot 100. Their follow-up release, "Runaround", written by Maresca, went to #28 on the pop chart and #30 R&B. They released two more records for Gee, but after a royalties dispute with the record label, the group broke up.
They reformed in 1973 with Villari the only remaining original member. The group enjoyed success in concerts group and toured across the United States. In 1988 they were selected as one of only four "oldies" groups to appear on the Grammy Awards Show. The Cadillacs, The Flamingos and The Angels were the other three.
In 1995 a new group of Regents was formed. Along with Villari, Tony Valitutto, Frank Civatillo and Tony Cacace made up the vocals, while Richard Rogers, Joel DeRuggiero and Sal DiCicco provided the instrumentation.
Sunday Kind Of Love
The Regents Lyrics
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What kind of love is this that makes me want to jump and shout?
I want to know what kind of love is this that turns my heart inside out?
It's that itchy-twitchy feelin' that I have inside
Something overwhelming that I just can't hide
I want to know (oh, yeah) whoa, yeah (oh, yeah) whoa, tell me (oh, yeah)
(What kind of love is this?)
What kind of love is this?
What kind of love is this that haunts me every day?
I want to know what kind of love is this that makes me say the things I say?
Well, I'm walkin' around and grinnin' with my head in the air
The people think I'm crazy but I just don't care
I want to know (oh, yeah) whoa, yeah (oh, yeah) whoa, tell me (oh, yeah)
(What kind of love is this?)
What kind of love is this?
Well, I feel like a man in outer space
I'm actin' like a psycho case
Hey, girl, stop this feelin'
Look at me, you've got me rockin' and a-reelin'!
Yeah, what kind of love is this, aw, that shakes me up so bad?
I want to know what kind of love is this?, yeah, my situation is sad
Well, I just can't understand it, it just ain't real
I know no one has ever felt the way I feel
I want to know (oh, yeah) whoa, yeah (oh, yeah) whoa, tell me (oh, yeah)
(What kind of love is this?)
What kind of love is this?
(What kind of love is this?)
(What kind of love is this?)
(What kind of love is this?)
The lyrics to The Regents' song "Sunday Kind of Love" explore the intense emotions and confusion that come with experiencing a special kind of love. The singer starts by questioning the nature of this love that evokes such a strong desire to shout and jump. It's a love that turns their heart inside out, creating an overwhelming feeling that cannot be hidden. The lyrics express curiosity and a yearning to understand the depth and uniqueness of this love.
The second verse continues this exploration, describing how this love haunts the singer every day and affects their speech and demeanor. They walk around with a sense of contentment, seemingly appearing crazy to others, but they don't care about the judgments. The singer seeks answers about the mysterious love that has transformed their life so drastically.
In the final verse, the singer further emphasizes the impact of this love, describing how it shakes them up and leaves them in a sad situation. They admit to not fully comprehending it, as it feels surreal and beyond anything anyone has ever experienced before.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of awe and confusion towards a potent and transformative love, highlighting the singer's desire to understand and grasp its true essence.
Line by Line Meaning
Peaked at # 18 in 1962
The song reached its highest position on the music charts in 1962, reaching number 18.
What kind of love is this that makes me want to jump and shout?
What type of love is so exciting that it fills me with the desire to exclaim and celebrate?
I want to know what kind of love is this that turns my heart inside out?
I desire to understand the nature of this love that completely flips my emotions and makes me feel vulnerable.
It's that itchy-twitchy feelin' that I have inside
It's an intense and restless sensation that I experience internally.
Something overwhelming that I just can't hide
An overpowering emotion that I cannot conceal.
I want to know (oh, yeah) whoa, yeah (oh, yeah) whoa, tell me (oh, yeah)
I am eager to find out and have someone explain to me.
(What kind of love is this?)
What sort of love is this?
What kind of love is this that haunts me every day?
What type of love is so persistent that it torments me each day?
I want to know what kind of love is this that makes me say the things I say?
I desire to comprehend the nature of this love that influences the words I express.
Well, I'm walkin' around and grinnin' with my head in the air
I am strolling with a carefree attitude and a smile on my face, feeling light-hearted.
The people think I'm crazy but I just don't care
Although others may perceive me as eccentric, I am unconcerned about their opinions.
Well, I feel like a man in outer space
I experience a sensation similar to that of being in outer space.
I'm actin' like a psycho case
My behavior resembles that of someone who is mentally unstable.
Hey, girl, stop this feelin'
Hey, girl, put an end to this sensation.
Look at me, you've got me rockin' and a-reelin'!
Look at me, you have caused me to be filled with excitement and restlessness!
Yeah, what kind of love is this, aw, that shakes me up so bad?
Indeed, what type of love is this that profoundly unsettles my emotions?
I want to know what kind of love is this?, yeah, my situation is sad
I yearn to understand the nature of this love, as it has left me in a sorrowful predicament.
Well, I just can't understand it, it just ain't real
I simply cannot comprehend it, as it does not seem realistic.
I know no one has ever felt the way I feel
I am certain that no one else has experienced the same emotions as I have.
(What kind of love is this?)
What sort of love is this?
(What kind of love is this?)
What sort of love is this?
(What kind of love is this?)
What sort of love is this?
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOHNNY NASH
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Joe Dollinter
Thanks for posting this hard to find treasure, been looking for it forever/ Thanks so much ! JD
Zev Feldman
AWESOME COVER
John barnes
For Joe Dotinter, Joe this not hard to get, the CD of the Regents GEE album is out, there is a copy on my web site, if interested check it out, like you say a great song, and the Beach Boys version of Barbara Ann is second rate compared to the Regents.