The group's career:
Sisters Estelle (born 1941) and Veronica Bennett (born 1943), and their cousin Nedra Talley (born 1946), began singing together as teenagers in Washington Heights, Manhattan. Encouraged by their grandmother, they entered and won a talent show at the Apollo Theatre in 1959, as The Darling Sisters. Phillip Halikus saw their potential, became their manager, and promoted their early appearances at hops and charity shows.
In 1961, while standing in line at the Peppermint Lounge, they were mistaken for a singing trio that had not arrived and were ushered on stage. After performing Ray Charles' "What'd I Say", they were signed to appear regularly there and in Miami. Later that year, they danced in shows staged by disc jockey Murray the K, but, contrary to many sources, did not appear in the 1961 film Twist Around the Clock. They did get a record deal with the Colpix label, and, as Ronnie & the Relatives, released their first single "I Want a Boy". They also worked as backing singers for Bobby Rydell, Del Shannon, and Joey Dee & The Starliters. Renamed as The Ronettes, they issued several more singles with Colpix and recorded an album, unissued at the time, but had little early commercial success.
In 1963 they came to the attention of producer Phil Spector, who was looking for a new girl group to assume The Crystals' mantle. He was taken with Ronnie's voice and style, and signed The Ronettes to his Philles label. As Spector's new protégées, they were given a strong image as "bad girls", with beehive hairdos, heavy eyeliner, and tight skirts. Their first Philles single was "Be My Baby", co-written by Spector with Jeff Barry and Ellie Greenwich, and arranged and produced by Spector. It became a worldwide hit, reaching # 2 on the U.S. pop chart, # 4 on the R&B chart, and # 4 on the UK chart. The follow-up, "Baby, I Love You", had an even denser arrangement, featuring Leon Russell on piano, and backing vocals from Darlene Love and Cher, among others. It was slightly less successful, reaching # 24 in the United States and # 11 in the United Kingdom. The Ronettes also featured on Spector's album "A Christmas Gift for You".
Early in 1964 The Ronettes toured England with The Rolling Stones and met The Beatles. They continued to have hits with "(The Best Part Of) Breakin' Up" (# 39 U.S., # 43 UK), "Do I Love You?" (# 34 U.S., # 35 UK), and "Walking in the Rain" (# 24 U.S.), which won a Grammy for Best Sound Effects, the only one Spector ever received. However, their LP, "Presenting the Fabulous Ronettes featuring Veronica", only reached # 96 and other singles were less successful; musical tastes had moved beyond the girl group sound, and the Ronettes were unable to maintain their relevance. After criss-crossing the United States and Canada as one of the opening acts for the final concert tour of The Beatles, they disbanded at the end of 1966.
Later events:
Estelle Bennett and Nedra Talley each married and, in 1968, Ronnie Bennett married Phil Spector and retired from performance for several years. In 1971, under Spector's direction, Ronnie recorded "Try Some, Buy Some" for the Beatles' Apple label. This was her last charting record, reaching # 77 in the spring of 1971.
In 1973, as she and Spector were about to divorce, she returned to performing at Richard Nader's "Rock and Roll Revival" show at Madison Square Garden. Her new version of The Ronettes at that time included Denise Edwards and Chip Fields, and they issued two singles on the Buddah label.
In 1988, the original Ronettes sued Spector for nonpayment of royalties. In 2001, a New York court announced a verdict in favor of the Ronettes, ordering Spector to pay nearly three million dollars in back royalties; however, the judgment was later overturned on appeal. On February 11, 2009 Estelle Bennett was found dead at her home in Englewood, New Jersey. She was 67.
Awards and recognition:
The Ronettes were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 2004.
It was believed that Phil Spector, in his capacity as a member of the Board of Governors, deliberately prevented the Ronettes (and Darlene Love) from being nominated for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, although they had been eligible for a considerable period. The alleged reasons included the acrimonious divorce of Ronnie and Spector, in addition to the group having (unsuccessfully) sued Spector for back royalties. While Spector was awaiting trial on a murder charge and out on $1 million bail, the Ronettes were finally inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame at the March 12, 2007, induction ceremony held at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City. Keith Richards, a self-confessed longtime fan, inducted the trio. Ronnie Bennett (Spector) and Nedra Talley performed "Baby, I Love You," "Walking In the Rain" and "Be My Baby." Estelle Bennett was present to accept her award but did not perform.
Frosty the Snowman
The Ronettes Lyrics
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Was a jolly happy soul
With a corncob pipe and a button nose
And two eyes made out of coal
Frosty the snowman is a fairy tale they say
He was made of snow
But the children know
There must have been some magic in that
Old silk hat they found
For when they placed it on his head
He began to dance around
Oh, Frosty the snowman
Was alive as he could be
And the children say he could laugh and play
Just the same as you and me
(Frosty the snowman)
(Frosty the snowman)
He led them down the streets of town
Right to the traffic cop
And he only paused a moment when
He heard them holler "Stop!"
Frosty the snow man
Had to hurry on his way
But he waved goodbye saying
"Don't you cry, I'll be back again some day"
Oh, oh, oh oh, man
Oh, oh oh (Frosty the snowman)
Oh, (Frosty the snowman), oh oh (Frosty the snowman), oh yeah
(Frosty the snowman) don't cry, oh oh (Frosty the snowman), oh yeah
(Frosty the snowman) oh yeah, don't you cry
The Ronettes's song "Frosty the Snowman" tells the story of a happy snowman named Frosty who was brought to life by some magical force. The lyrics paint a picture of Frosty as a jolly and friendly character, with a corncob pipe and a button nose, and two eyes made out of coal. Although he was made of snow and considered a fairy tale, the children in the story know that he was brought to life one day by some magical force.
The song mentions that Frosty was brought to life by an old silk hat that was found, and when it was placed on his head, he began to dance around. The song highlights the playful and childlike nature of Frosty, showing that he could laugh and play just like any other child. He leads the children down the streets of town, but he had to hurry on his way and said goodbye, promising to come back again some day.
The song's catchy and joyful melody, along with its whimsical lyrics, has made it a beloved classic during the holiday season. It captures the magic and wonder of childhood, reminding us of the joy and excitement that comes with the winter holidays. "Frosty the Snowman" has become a staple in Christmas music and is often played on radios, in stores, and on popular music streaming services during the winter holidays.
Line by Line Meaning
Frosty the snowman
This is the title of the song and the subject being discussed
Was a jolly happy soul
Frosty is depicted as a joyful and cheerful being
With a corncob pipe and a button nose
Describing Frosty's physical features, adding to his character
And two eyes made out of coal
Continuing the description of Frosty's appearance
Frosty the snowman is a fairy tale they say
Acknowledging that Frosty is a work of fiction
He was made of snow
Explaining Frosty's origin as a snowman
But the children know
Indicating that children are the ones who believe in Frosty
How he came to life one day
Alluding to Frosty's magical transformation
There must have been some magic in that
Hypothesizing that magic played a role in Frosty's life
Old silk hat they found
Describing the magical item as an old hat
For when they placed it on his head
Implying that the hat was key to Frosty's animation
He began to dance around
Depicting Frosty's joy and liveliness
O Frosty the snowman
Similar to the first line, used as a transitional phrase
Was alive as he could be
Confirming Frosty's newfound life
And the children say he could laugh and play
Describing the childlike behavior that Frosty exhibited
Just the same as you and me
Comparing Frosty's life to that of a normal person
(Frosty the snowman)
Repeating the song's title for emphasis
He led them down the streets of town
Describing Frosty's actions as a leader
Right to the traffic cop
Showing that Frosty interacted with different people in the town
And he only paused a moment when
Implying that Frosty had to keep moving
He heard them holler "Stop!"
Using dialogue to add to the narrative
Frosty the snow man
A variation of the song's title
Had to hurry on his way
Further expressing the idea that Frosty had to keep moving
But he waved goodbye saying
Giving Frosty a chance to say farewell
"Don't you cry I'll be back again some day"
A comforting phrase from Frosty's farewell
Oh oh oh
Vocalizations that serve as a musical interlude
Oh oh oh
Continuing the interlude
Oh oh oh yeah
Ending the song with a catchphrase
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jack Rollins, Steve Nelson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@antonioelaventurero9117
Released in 1990
I saw it for the first time in 2008!!!!
(I was born in 1989)
And the ONLY reason I found out about it was from a trip down memory lane , looking up one of my favorite cartoons from my childhood in the 90s: ANIMANIACS!!
Upon reading about the different segments
" The GOODFEATHERS 🐦 🐦 🐦 was recurring segment of Animaniacs , that consisted of a pigeon trio that were obvious pigeon parodies of Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci, and Ray Liotta's roles in GOODFELLAS.
I Googled the movie, and the poster caught my eye! I had only known Robert De Niro and Joe Pesci from comedy roles ( Meet the Parents & Fockers
And Home Alone respectively)
So when I seen the rating and the word FUCK is used hundreds of times , that it was a violent movie.....
Eventually saw it, scared to death of De Niro and especially PESCI!!!
But....it was an insanely awesome movie!!
So Animaniacs was even better to look at again...from a different perspective!
It was cooler than what I remember.
As a kid, Cartoons are always entertaining. When you get older, some jokes or content make you wonder if cartoons are really for children,
When they make parodies/ references to R rated movies definitely not intended for kids.
When
@domrandazzo6119
Hey you! Come here! Come here you! Genius, this man is genius!
@XxowendanxX
Jimmyyy!!!.... Jimmmaaaayyy!!!
@markherron1407
Ray Conniff brought me here Blessings and Hugs 💜💜💜💜💜💜
@rogueplayer7245
Goodfellas brought me here, Love the song💯
@jasoneric6513
Rip to Ronnie Spector who passed away today at 78 . Thank you for the music Ronnie and for the beautiful Christmas 🎄 songs . . They will be enjoyed for many years to come
@jackie4428
BEST version of frosty the snowman
@andreisc9691
I agree Jackie my friend Clair loves this song
@ericdalhoff3507
@@andreisc9691 Jackie Vernon would be proud!
@XxowendanxX
Frawstie
@1959yankeefan
Greatest Christmas album ever produced. RIP Ronnie Spector. We love you.