From: hernando@cbnewsm.cb.att.com (howard.a.teitelbaum) Newsgroups: alt.rock-n-roll.oldies,rec.games.trivia Subject: RESULTS: Golden Oldies Lyrics Quiz #47 Message-ID: Date: 1 Sep 93 14:33:17 GMT Organization: AT&T RESULTS and ANSWER KEY for GOLDEN OLDIES LYRICS QUIZ #47 Congratulations to Jamie/John/Mitch, who nosed ahead of Barry & Joe by getting partial credit on one of the tie-breakers. This is the first time since we started incorporating tie-breakers (about 20 quizzes ago) that they helped determine the winner. Great job by both teams! There was an excellent third-place performance by the Marc/Bob/Dave team. Also, good showings on a tough quiz by Crandalls I, Crandalls II, the Schuberts, and Bonnie T. As always, thanks to everyone who entered! GOLQ#48 will be posted shortly by Rick Schubert. _____________________________________________________________________________ After each score below are two characters representing the two tie-breakers. A "+" indicates a tie-breaker answered correctly; a "-" indicates partial credit; an "x" indicates a totally incorrect guess; a "." indicates no guess. Place ID # on Score Name team Age(s) 01 460-. JL Jamie Lubin/John LoBrutto/Mitch Mirsky 3 40s 02 460.. BJ Barry Silk & Joe Haertel 2 41,42 03 400.. MD Marc Dashevsky, Bob & Dave Bluestein3 41 04 319.. NK Norm, Kathy and Carol 3 37,37,39 05 300.+ RS Ron & Sally Crandall 2 42,42 06 300.. RK Rick & Kathy Schubert 2 40,44 07 289.+ BT Bonnie Teitelbaum 1 43 08 219.+ GT The Genasys Team 4 various 09 189.. GB Glenn Barton 1 23 10 147.+ BL Bruce Long 3 46 11 119.. BM Bev, Mike, & Heather Team 3 40s 12 60.. DF Don Fausett 1 52 13 50.. SZ Stacy Zraly 1 24 14 10.. DO The Dutch Officials 2 33,35 ______________________________________________________________________________ The following table gives the individual scoring breakdown. A '-' is used to indicate that no guess was made for a question, whereas a zero indicates that a completely incorrect response was submitted. Song# ID 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ JL 20 20 20 20 20 0 20 20 20 0 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 BJ 20 20 20 20 20 0 20 0 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 MD 20 20 20 20 20 0 20 20 20 - 20 20 20 20 20 0 20 - 20 20 20 20 20 0 20 NK 20 - - 19 20 - 20 20 20 - 20 20 20 - - - 20 20 20 - 20 20 20 - 20 RS 20 - - 20 20 - 20 - 20 - - 20 - - 20 0 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 0 20 RK 20 20 - 20 20 - 20 20 20 - 0 - 20 20 20 - - - 20 - 20 20 20 0 20 BT 20 - - 19 10 - 20 - 20 20 - 20 20 20 20 - 20 - - - 20 20 20 20 - GT - 20 - - 20 - 20 - - 20 20 20 - 20 - 20 20 19 20 - - - - - - GB 20 20 - 20 - - 19 - - - - - 10 - 20 - - - - - 20 20 20 - 20 BL 20 20 19 19 10 - 0 - - - 10 19 10 - - - - - - - - 20 - - - BM 20 - - 19 20 - - - - - - 20 - - - - - - - - 20 0 20 - - DF - 20 - - - - 20 - - - 0 - - - - - - - 20 - 0 - - - - SZ 20 - - - - - 10 - - - - - 0 - - - - - 10 - - 10 - - - DO - 0 - - - - - - - - - 10 - - - - - - - - - - - - - ______________________________________________________________________________ GOLDEN OLDIES LYRICS QUIZ #47 ANSWERS: Answers are in the form: #number) Artist: "Title" (year) [peak Pop] {peak R&B} where "peak Pop" = Peak position achieved on the weekly Billboard Pop chart "peak R&B" = Peak position on the weekly Billboard Rhythm & Blues chart ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- You know it seems the more we talk about it It only makes it worse to live without it But let's talk about it #01) The Beach Boys: "Wouldn't it Be Nice" (1966) [8] [Team Jamie noted that it was co-written by the prolific Brian Wilson, and added that "I Write the Songs" (the Barry Manilow hit) was written by Beach Boy Bruce Johnston about Brian. Ron & Sally added that "Wouldn't it Be Nice" is the title of Wilson's recent autobiography.] Climb into my machine so we can cruise on out I know a swingin' little joint where we can jump and shout It's not too far back off the highway, not so long a ride You park your car out in the open, you can walk inside #02) Chuck Berry: "Carol" (1958) [18] {9} [Covered by Tommy Roe, #61 in 1964.] I gave my heart to you The one that I trusted You gave it back to me All broken and busted #03) The Blue-Belles: "I Sold My Heart to the Junkman" (1962) [15] {13} [Actually recorded by The Starlets.* They recorded it for the Newtown label while under contract to Pam Records; for legal reasons, Newtown listed one of its own artists, The Blue-Belles, on the label. (The Blue-Belles later charted as "Patti LaBelle & The Blue Belles".) The Starlets' only charted hit under their own name was "Better Tell Him No" (#38 in '61, on the Pam label). Team Jamie noted that The Silhouettes had a slow version of the song in '58, the Four Tunes did it in '54, and The Basin Street Boys prior to that. The Schuberts added that the Basin Street Boys version was from '46, the same year that the song was written by Leon Rene (who wrote, among other songs, "Gloria" and "When The Swallows Return To Capistrano").] *Jamie found one source that disputes this account.] Now things are dreary, baby And it's windy and cold And I stand alone in the rain Callin' your name #04) The Classics IV featuring Dennis Yost: "Stormy" (1968/69) [5] [Covered by Santana in 1979 (#32). Written by their producer Buddy Buie and lead guitarist James B. Cobb, adds Team Jamie. Minus one point for omitting "featuring Dennis Yost."] I remember her eyes Soft, dark, and brown Said she'd never been in trouble Even in town #05) The Critters: "Younger Girl" (1966) [42] [Written by John Sebastian, and originally recorded by his group, The Lovin' Spoonful. The Hondells' version charted around the same time, hitting #52. Jamie pointed out that the last line should be "OR even in town." (The Spoonful's version doesn't have the "Or," by the way.) Critters member Don Ciccone was later with the mid-'70s incarnation of The Four Seasons, and is a cousin of Madonna (Ciccone).] Why was I such a fool? I broke each golden rule But I have changed, you'll see Since you left me #06) Dion & The Belmonts: "Every Little Thing I Do" (1959) [48] Eeny meeny and miney moe Told me you didn't want me around no more Hoo-ee baby, hoo-ee Baby, don't you let your dog bite me #07) Fats Domino: "I'm in Love Again" (1956) [3] {1} [#1 on the R&B charts for 9 weeks. Covers by The Fontane Sisters (1956, #38), Rick Nelson (1963, #67), and Pia Zadora (1982, #45). Jamie adds: Written by Fats and his producer, Dave Bartholomew.] Tell her how I feel It shouldn't end this way Since you are all her friends She'll listen to whatever you have to say #08) Tommy Edwards: "Please Mr. Sun" (1959) [11] {18} [Covered by The Vogues in '66 (#48). As on all of his recordings, featured orchestra and chorus led by LeRoy Holmes. Three of Edwards' hits in 1958-59 ("Please Mr. Sun," "It's All in the Game," and "Morning Side of the Mountain") were re-recorded versions of hits he had in 1951-52. Team Jamie noted that Johnnie Ray also had a hit version of this song in '52.] My papa said "Come on home" My doctor said "Take it easy" Oh, but your lovin' is much too strong #09) Aretha Franklin: "Chain of Fools" (1967/68) [2] {1} [#1 on the R&B charts for 4 weeks. Other charted versions by Jimmy Smith (#100 in '68; instrumental version) and Little Caesar (#88 in '90). Joe Haertel and Team Jamie both noted that the song was written by Don Covay. Jamie added that Aretha has had more million-selling singles than any other woman in the history of recorded sound.] You're the reason I'm living Please don't break my heart in two 'Cause the love that I am giving Will always be with you #10) Gerry & The Pacemakers: "I'm the One" (1964) [82] The sun shines east The sun shines west But I know where the sun shines best #11) The Happenings: "My Mammy" (1967) [13] [Written in 1920 for the Broadway musical "Sinbad," this song had 5 charted versions in '21. Later, became the signature song for Al Jolson, who charted with it in 1928 and 1947. Barry pointed out that The Happenings and The Critters (song #05) are both from my home state (NJ) -- not an intended theme!] When my life is through And the angels ask me to recall The thrill of them all #12) Frank Ifield: "I Remember You" (1962) [5] [Originally from the movie "The Fleet's In." Jimmy Dorsey and Harry James each charted with this song in '42. Team Jamie notes that it was co-written by Johnny Mercer in '42, and that it hit #1 in the U.K., where it was the 1st million seller in the U.K. alone.] Take a good look at these tears in my eyes Baby, baby, these tears I can't hold inside Losing you would end my life, you see Because you mean that much to me #13) Gladys Knight & The Pips: "I Heard it Through the Grapevine" (1967/68) [2] {1} [#1 on the R&B charts for 6 weeks. In 1968/69, Marvin Gaye's rendition topped both the pop and R&B charts for 7 weeks. Unfortunately, "Gaye" doesn't fit alphabetically; also, in his version, the first two lines of this verse are different: I know a man ain't supposed to cry But these tears I can't hold inside Barry noted that the song was used in the soundtrack of the movie "The Big Chill." Jamie added that it was co-written by Barrett ("Money") Strong & Norman Whitfield, and that Marvin Gaye's version was recorded earlier, but due to a dispute with Motown it was released afterwards. The Schuberts noted that two other Motown artists recorded it before Gaye: Smokey Robinson & The Miracles were first (eventually releasing it on their 1968 LP "Special Occasion"), and The Isley Brothers were second (unreleased version). Other charted versions were by King Curtis (1968, #83, instrumental); Creedence Clearwater Revival (1976, #43; edited from 11-minute version on their '70 LP "Cosmo's Factory"); Roger (1981, #79, R&B #1); and, based on the Claymation characters in the TV ad, The California Raisins (voices of Buddy Miles and Alfie Silas; 1987/88, #84). The Schuberts also cited a number of non-charted versions by a plethora of performers.] What would I do if she should meet me And find me kissing you? She's always trusted me completely Her poor heart would break in two #14) Johnny Mathis: "What Will My Mary Say" (1963) [9] {21} [Whitburn lists the title as "What Will Mary Say"; the 45 is as above. Either answer got full credit.] Well, there's a brand new place I've found Where people go in from miles around They come from everywhere And if you drop in there You might see anyone in town #15) The Miracles: "Going to a Go-Go" (1965/66) [11] {2} [Covered by The Rolling Stones in '82 (#25).] A hot bowl of soup is waitin' A hot bowl of soup and a shave #16) The Monkees: "D. W. Washburn" (1968) [19] [Written by Leiber & Stoller, and originally recorded by The Coasters in October '67. Their version wasn't released until July '68 (after the Monkees' was already a hit), and never charted. Also appeared as the B-side on The Coasters' last chart entry, "Love Potion Number Nine" (#76 in 1971).] Don't you even try Tellin' me that you really don't want me to end this way 'Cause darlin', darlin', can't you see I want you to stay #17) The Moody Blues: "Go Now!" (1965) [10] [Original version (uncharted) was by Bessie Banks, who co-wrote it. Lead vocals on this one by Denny Laine, who later was with Wings (Paul McCartney's '70s band). Team Jamie wrote that Banks' version used cousins Cissy Houston & Dee Dee Warwick as background singers (Whitney's mother and Dionne's sister, respectively).] If I could take my pick of all the girls I've ever known Then I'd come and pick you out to be my very own #18) Ricky Nelson: "Never Be Anyone Else But You" (1959) [6] [The B-side, "It's Late," also charted at #9.] I thought I could live without romance Until you came to me But now I know that I will go on Loving you eternally #19) Elvis Presley: "I Want You, I Need You, I Love You" (1956) [1] {3} You hid your heart in a house of bricks And locked all the doors and windows I've already used a whole bag of tricks I can't find a way to get in, though #20) Sam the Sham & The Pharaohs: "The Hair on My Chinny Chin Chin" (1966) [22] [The sequel to "Lil' Red Riding Hood," featuring the same wolf character (the song even opens with the same wolf howl). As was its predecessor, this song is (loosely) based on a fairy tale (in this case, The Three Little Pigs). Whitburn misspells group's name as "Pharoahs."] Blue sky, sunshine Flowers blooming, children saying hello #21) Spanky & Our Gang: "Lazy Day" (1967) [14] [Lead singer Elaine "Spanky" McFarlane now sings with a re-constituted Mamas & Papas. Her namesake, George "Spanky" McFarland of the Our Gang/Little Rascals comedies, died earlier this summer.] I've given up my friends just for you My friends have gone, and you have too No peace shall I find Until you come back and be mine #22) The Supremes: "Come See About Me" (1964/65) [1] {3} [Covers by Nella Dodds (1964, #74) and Jr. Walker & The All Stars (1967/68, #24, R&B #8). Written by Holland/Dozier/Holland, of course.] Sunshine, blue skies Please go away My girl has found another And gone away #23) The Temptations: "I Wish it Would Rain" (1968) [4] {1} [Version by Gladys Knight & The Pips later in '68 hit #41 (R&B #15). Barrett Strong & Norman Whitfield were among the writers, adds Jamie.] Shimmy your shoulder Slop with your feet And wiggle your hips in time with the beat #24) The Vibrations: "The Watusi" (1961) [25] {13} [Not the same song as "The Wah Watusi" by The Orlons (used in GOLQ#9).] There's a man at my house, he's so big and strong He goes to work each day and he stays all day long He comes home each night looking tired and beat He sits down at the dinner table and has a bite to eat #25) The Winstons: "Color Him Father" (1969) [7] {2} [A tribute to a stepfather. Won the 1969 Grammy for Best R&B Song.] TIE-BREAKERS: I didn't mean to treat you wrong Please, please, come back home All I have is memories of you Please make my wish come true #T1) The Heartbeats: "Down on My Knees" (1958) [-] Did you ever see a man with no heart? Baby, that was me Just a lonely, lonely man with no heart 'Til you set me free #T2) The Hollies: "I'm Alive" (1965) [104] [A #1 hit in the U.K., but only "bubbled under" the U.S. pop charts. (From 1959 through 1986, Billboard included a subsidiary chart called "Bubbling Under the Hot 100," which listed anywhere from 5 to 36 positions beyond #100.)] ______________________________________________________________________________ The following table ranks the songs from most recognized to least recognized. The first column indicates the average number of points scored on that song (total points divided by number of entrants). For comparison purposes, tie-breakers are scored here on the usual 20-point scale. Avg. Song ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15.7 #01) The Beach Boys: "Wouldn't it Be Nice" (1966) [8] 14.9 #07) Fats Domino: "I'm in Love Again" (1956) [3] {1} 14.0 #04) The Classics IV featuring Dennis Yost: "Stormy" (1968/69) [5] 13.6 #22) The Supremes: "Come See About Me" (1964/65) [1] {3} 13.5 #12) Frank Ifield: "I Remember You" (1962) [5] 12.9 #05) The Critters: "Younger Girl" (1966) [42] 12.9 #21) Spanky & Our Gang: "Lazy Day" (1967) [14] 12.9 #23) The Temptations: "I Wish it Would Rain" (1968) [4] {1} 12.1 #19) Elvis Presley: "I Want You, I Need You, I Love You" (1956) [1] {3} 11.4 #02) Chuck Berry: "Carol" (1958) [18] {9} 10.0 #09) Aretha Franklin: "Chain of Fools" (1967/68) [2] {1} 10.0 #13) Gladys Knight & The Pips: "I Heard it Through the Grapevine" (1967/68) [2] {1} 10.0 #15) The Miracles: "Going to a Go-Go" (1965/66) [11] {2} 10.0 #17) The Moody Blues: "Go Now!" (1965) [10] 10.0 #25) The Winstons: "Color Him Father" (1969) [7] {2} 8.6 #14) Johnny Mathis: "What Will My Mary Say" (1963) [9] {21} 7.9 #11) The Happenings: "My Mammy" (1967) [13] 7.1 #18) Ricky Nelson: "Never Be Anyone Else But You" (1959) [6] 5.7 #08) Tommy Edwards: "Please Mr. Sun" (1959) [11] {18} 5.7 #20) Sam the Sham & The Pharaohs: "The Hair on My Chinny Chin Chin" (1966) [22] 5.7 #T2) The Hollies: "I'm Alive" (1965) [104] 5.6 #03) The Blue-Belles: "I Sold My Heart to the Junkman" (1962) [15] {13} 4.3 #10) Gerry & The Pacemakers: "I'm the One" (1964) [82] 4.3 #16) The Monkees: "D. W. Washburn" (1968) [19] 4.3 #24) The Vibrations: "The Watusi" (1961) [25] {13} 0.7 #T1) The Heartbeats: "Down on My Knees" (1958) [-] 0.0 #06) Dion & The Belmonts: "Every Little Thing I Do" (1959) [48] A few observations: * With the exceptions of songs #06 and T1 ("Every Little Thing I Do" and "Down on My Knees"), every song was solved by at least three entrants. #06 was a total stumper, while Team Jamie got the artist for #T1. I expected these to be among the most difficult. * The following songs did BETTER than I expected: #12, #05. * The following songs did WORSE than I expected: #09, #13, #17. -- Howard Teitelbaum (hat@floyd.att.com)