Newsgroups: rec.music.rock-pop-r+b.1950s,rec.music.rock-pop-r+b.1960s,rec.games.trivia,alt.rock-n-roll.oldies From: rick.schubert@SanDiegoCA.NCR.COM (Rick Schubert) Subject: RESULTS and ANSWER KEY for Golden Oldies Lyrics Quiz #101 (GOLQ101) Message-ID: Organization: NCR - San Diego Date: Thu, 12 Dec 1996 15:57:51 GMT RESULTS and ANSWER KEY for Golden Oldies Lyrics Quiz #101 (GOLQ101) Congratulations to the team of Barry Silk/Scooter Magruder/Joe Haertel on yet another perfect score. Close behind with outstanding scores were Really Rockin' In Boston; the team of Jamie Lubin/Norm Katuna/Steve Propes; and THE GYPSY'S CARAVAN & SCOTT. Other excellent scores were turned in by Michael Gessner/Dan DiNardo; Mike Weaver/Ben Bagdonas/George McClellan; Antonio Torralba/Dominic Begg/Ben Rowdon/Tunde; Lori Bailey/Ed Toutant/Rick Crane; the Delphi Trivia Club; Sounds Familiar; and The EJ'S & Co. Thanks to all who entered. GOLQ102 has just been (or will soon be) posted by T.P. Uschanov . -- Rick Schubert (rick.schubert@SanDiegoCA.NCR.COM) ______________________________________________________________________________ There is a "+" after Score below for each tie-breaker answered correctly; a "-" indicates partial credit. An "x" indicates a totally incorrect guess. A "." indicates no guess. Pos. # on Score ID Name E-mail address team age(s) 01 500++ BS Barry Silk, Scooter Magruder, Joe Haertel 3 40s 02 480x+ RR Really Rockin' In Boston 5 40s,50 T03 460++ JN Jamie Lubin, Norm Katuna & Steve Propes 3 50-54 T03 460++ GY THE GYPSY'S CARAVAN & SCOTT 5 21+ 05 440x. MF Michael Flint 1 45 06 380++ MD Michael Gessner and Dan DiNardo 2 - 07 380x+ OT Mike Weaver, Ben Bagdonas, George McClellan 3 50+ 08 350.. AT Antonio Torralba, Dominic Begg, Ben Rowdon and Tunde 4 25-47 T09 320.. LB Lori Bailey, Ed Toutant, Rick Crane 3 40s T09 320.. DC Delphi Trivia Club (Rich, Nicklaz, Diane1, Billp49, ArleneJ, Anthony,Doug,Mini,Howard) 9 30s-50s 11 310.. RA Sounds Familiar , Ron Anderson 1 - 12 300.. EJ The EJ'S & Co.: Ellis, Jeff, Jim, Jake, Bill, Mitch, 12 30+ Ange, Vinnie, Ron, Nancy, Denise, Kelly 13 286.. WB Sanford Stein, Paul Hallaman (AKA The WIcked Boys) 2 46 14 280.. JP Jyrki Ilva, Pekka Halonen 2 28,28 15 279x. TA Team Asia (Mitch and Barry) 2 45,44 16 260+. RS Ron & Sally Crandall 2 45,45 17 250.. TP T P Uschanov 1 18 240.. WV Wendy Vickers 1 41 19 239.. LE L'Equipe (Peter Cussons, Bob & Dee Harrold, Margaret 5 40+ Thomas and Denis Menard) 20 230.. LP Len Ellis and Paul Ellis [The LPs] 2 48&46 21 190.. GC Gregory Chambers 1 43 T22 180.. HB Howard Teitelbaum & Bonnie Teitelbaum 2 38,46 T22 180.. GT The Genasys Team 5 various T22 180.. AE Are & Elle 2 40s 25 170.. BL Bruce Long 2 50 T26 160.. LL Lee Lester, Pete Chalmers et al 4 45 T26 160.. DT Dave Tartaglia 1 43 T26 160.. DG The Old Folks at DG 4 Various 29 157.. EM Evelyn Martinez 1 46 30 128.. TC Team Corning 3 various T31 120.. WM Will McCorry 1 39 T31 120.. EH Hymie! 1 26 33 111.. SF Samantha Franklin 2 34 110.. TO Tom O'Connor 2 30s T35 60.. DO Dutch Officials Team 3 20s-30s T35 60.. DE David A. Ewing 1 41 37 12.. MM Marc Meltzer 1 23 ______________________________________________________________________________ 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. Scores for tie-breakers are denoted as above. Song# TT 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 12 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- BS 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 ++ RR 20 20 20 20 - 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 x+ JN 20 20 20 20 20 0 20 20 20 20 20 0 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 ++ GY 0 20 20 20 - 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 ++ MF - 20 20 20 20 0 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 - 20 20 20 20 x. OT 20 20 20 20 20 0 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 - 0 20 0 0 20 20 0 20 20 20 20 x+ MD 20 20 20 20 0 0 20 20 20 20 20 0 0 20 20 20 0 0 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 ++ AT 20 20 20 0 0 0 20 20 20 20 20 0 20 20 0 20 0 0 20 20 20 10 20 20 20 .. LB - - 20 - - - 20 20 20 20 20 - 20 - 20 20 20 20 20 - - 20 20 20 20 .. DC 20 20 - - - - 20 20 20 - 20 - 20 20 20 20 - - 20 20 20 - 20 20 20 .. 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BL 10 - 20 - - - - 20 20 - 20 - - - - 20 - - 20 - - - - 20 20 .. LL - - 20 - - - 20 - 20 - 20 - - - - 20 20 - 20 - - - - - 20 .. DT 0 20 20 - - - - 10 - - 10 - 0 - - 20 - - 20 - - 10 10 20 20 .. DG - - 20 - - - - - 20 - - - 20 - - 20 - - 20 - - - 20 20 20 .. EM - 20 17 - 0 - - 10 - - 10 - - - - 20 - - 20 - 10 - 10 20 20 .. TC - - 20 - - - - 8 10 - - - 0 - - 20 - - 20 - - - 20 20 10 .. WM - - 20 - - - - 10 - - 10 - - - - 20 - - 20 - - - 20 - 20 .. EH - - 20 - - - - - - - - - - - - 20 - - 20 - - - 20 20 20 .. SF - - 17 - 0 - - 10 10 - 20 - - - - 7 - - 20 0 - - - 20 7 .. TO - - 20 - - - - - 10 - - - - - - 20 - - 20 - - - 20 20 - .. DO - - - - - - - - 20 - - - - - - 20 - - 20 - - - - - - .. DE - - 20 - - - - - - - - - - - - 20 - - - - - 0 20 - - .. MM - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12 - - - - - - - - - .. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TT 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 12 _____________________________________________________________________________ GOLDEN OLDIES LYRICS QUIZ #101 ANSWERS: Answers are in the form: #number) Artist: "Title" (year[s]) [peak pos. on Billboard Chart] {peak R&B} _______________________________________________________________________________ Golden Oldies Lyrics Quiz #101 (Songs #01 - #25 were from 1955 through 1969) _______________________________________________________________________________ We-e-ll, there once was a boy from the town of Napoli Who sang out a song so very soft and tenderly He met a little girl with a flower in her hair So he sang a song and now they're such a happy pair #01) Anka, Paul: "Let The Bells Keep Ringing" (1958) [16] {-} [Jamie said it was written by Paul.] Whoa, Darlin' Where have you been? I've been longin' For you all my life Whoa-oh, Baby I never felt this way before #02) Capris: "There's A Moon Out Tonight" (1960/61) [3] {11} [The Capris were originally called The Supremes but soon changed their name based on a car model that was out the year they were formed (1957). They originally recorded and released "There's A Moon Out Tonight" on Planet Records in 1958, but it was a total flop. The group disbanded soon after this. In 1960 a customer brought a copy of the record into Time Square Records in New York City and sold it to an employee there, Jerry Greene, for $.50 as credit against more expensive records. Jerry Greene brought it to a DJ, Allen Fredericks' to play on his "Night Train" radio show. Fredericks played it and announced that Time Square Records would pay $1.00 a copy. Instead, almost 100 people called wanted to buy the record. Jerry Greene bought out Planet's stock of this record. When he sold out all these copies, he bought the masters of the record. He formed Lost Nite Records and pressed 330 copies on red plastic vinyl. These sold so fast that this tiny new record company couldn't keep up with the demand, so Greene turned the record over to Old Town Records for distribution. It was as a result of this release that the record charted, hitting the charts for the first time on 12/31/60. The record was also released on Trommers Records in 1961, but I don't know how this fits into the story. Once the song became a hit, the Capris reformed and recorded several other songs. Antonio mentioned some of the above and added that the group was lead by Nick Santamaria and that they also recorded originally (but not this song) on Sabre.] Every boy wants a girl He can trust to the very end #03) Christie, Lou: "Lightnin' Strikes" (1965/66) [1] {-} [Hymie and the EJs each said that this was his only #1. The EJs added that it was a million seller. Howard stated that the song features uncredited backing vocals by The Angels. Ron Anderson said this song was performed on "American Bandstand" on Saturday, January 8, 1966.] At the end of the day, the time comes they must part The strains of regret, tear away at his heart And late in the night as he sleeps on his bed Visions of her sweet charm, how they dance in his head And before you know he is buying a ring To capture forever that sweet darling thing #04) Cooke, Sam: "When A Boy Falls In Love" (1965) [52] {-} [Barry and Jamie each said that the song was first recorded two years earlier by Mel Carter, his first charted hit (#44).] I've dated so many chicks But I still get my kicks From the girl I love best Better than all the re-e-est #05) Danny & The Juniors: "Dottie" (1958) [39] {-} [The Oldtunes stated: It is a little known fact that this song was once recorded by our own Ben Bagdonas. As he relates it, the production values left a little to be desired since it was done at a 25 cent recording booth in a NYC bus station. Fame can be so elusive. Four teams guessed Dion as the artist for this, two guessing The Wanderer," one guessing "Sandy," and the fourth specifying no song -- I guess these are Dion-like lyrics.] Just can't believe that this could end I know I'll never love again You'll ask me to be just a friend It's as plain as can be I can see, I can see #06) Davis, Skeeter: "My Last Date (With You)" (1960/1) [26] {-} [Barry mentioned that this was originally an instrumental by Floyd Cramer ("Last Date"), that Skeeter co-wrote the lyrics, and that the song was produced by Chet Atkins.] And you should see cherries do fits, oh yeah When they're picked to be the taste on his lips, oh yeah And I know how happy, his clothes must be That's how it feel when he's close to me (close to me) #07) Essex: "A Walkin' Miracle" (1963) [12] {11} [The main reason I used these lyrics is that, after many years of having heard the song, I understood them for the first time just recently. I think they are great lyrics and used them for that reason. I thought that perhaps they may be tough lyrics because other people may not have understood them, either, but either they have understood them or else I gave enough familiar lyrics since quite a few teams identified the song.] If you should awake in the still of the night Please have no fear For I'll be there You know I care Please give your love to me, Dear (give your love) #08) Fleetwoods "Goodnight My Love" (1963) [32] {-} [Barry said that it was originally recorded by Jesse Belvin in 1956. The EJs wrote: Most of us would cite Belvin's 1956 recording as the definitive version, a #7 hit on the R&B chart, although it didn't make the Pop chart. The Fleetwoods' recording was the group's last to make the Hot 100. Others who charted with this standard include: The McGuire Sisters (1956), Ray Peterson (1959), Ben E. King (1966), and Paul Anka (1969). Antonio wrote: Written by John Marascalco ("Rip it up", "Good Golly Miss Molly", ...) and George Motola. Original rendition by Jesse Belvin, closing radio theme of Alan Freed's on WABC in New York. Other hits: The McGuire Sisters, Ray Peterson, Paul Anka. Other covers: Bobby Vinton, The Tymes , The Tamerlanes, Tavares and Paula Abdul (in a Disney compilation). The Fleetwoods were from Olympia, Washington. The song's advice ("sleep tight, my love") was lost on Jesse Belvin's driver. According to Ray Charles: "In 1959 ... I had hired a driver named Charles Shackelford. He was a nice guy, but he always wanted to be around when we were playing a gig ... I wanted him to be getting his sleep back at the hotel so he'd be able to drive when the gig was over ... but Charles never paid me no mind ... A couple of times when he was driving, I noticed the car swerving ... after some incidents like that I let Charles go ... About four or five weeks later I learned that he'd found a gig driving for another singer, Jesse Belvin. One night in Arkansas when Charles was driving, he got into a wreck and he and Jesse were killed".] I'll bet she's not like me She's out and fancy free Flirting with the boys with all her charms But I still love her so And, brother, don't you know I'd welcome her right back here in my arms #09) Gibson, Don: "Oh Lonesome Me" (1958) [7] {-} [Jamie said this was written by Don. It was the "B" side of "I Can't Stop Lovin' You," which only made it to #81. Ron Anderson said this song was performed on "American Bandstand" on Wednesday, March 26, 1958 (American Bandstand and TV debut for Don). The EJs: wrote: Written by Don Gibson; produced by Chet Atkins. Gibson's first and biggest hit, it was #1 on the Country chart for 8 weeks. In 1960, Johnny Cash also recorded it. Antonio mentioned Johnny Cash's version and also mentioned one by Neil Young (in "After the Gold Rush").] We're gonna move it slow When lights are low When you move it slow It sounds like a moan #10) Impressions: "It's All Right" (1963) [4] {1} He, he buys you diamonds Bright, spark-e-ling diamonds But believe me Hear what I say That he can give you the world but he'll never love you the way I love you #11) King, Ben E.: "I (Who Have Nothing)" (1963) [29] {16} [Several teams gave Terry Knight and the Pack as either their answer or co-answer, and this answer is also correct as it fits alphabetically. Several other teams gave Tom Jones as the answer, and although he does fit alphabetically, he charted with this song in 1970 (#14) thus is not eligible for the GOLQs. The EJs mentioned Tom Jones' version and also mentioned charted versions by Liquid Smoke (1970) and Sylvester (1979). Mitch stated: Terry Knight was a DJ at various Detroit area stations in the early 60s. He had a few hits with the Pack in 1965-66. There was some talk then about his joining the Rolling Stones. I don't know if this was just hype or a real possibility. He currently hosts a talk show on KFBK in Sacramento. Jamie added that producers Leiber & Stoller were among the writers.] She smiles your way through a window You smile right back she runs away You wish little girls'd sit still just a little bit longerrrr Longerrr #12) Lovin' Spoonful: "She Is Still A Mystery" (1967) [27] {-} [Ron Anderson said this was the last top 40 song for the group.] There's fryers, broilers A-Detroit barbecue ribs But the treat of the trade Is when they serve you all those fine, eight beats #13) Miller, Chuck: "The House Of Blue Lights" (1955) [9] {-} [This was a #8 in 1946 for Freddie Slack and His Orchestra (vocals by Ella Mae Morse), whose version is listed as a candidate (chronologically #4 out of their 50 candidates) for the first Rock 'n' Roll song in the book "What Was The First Rock 'N' Roll Record" by Jim Dawson and Steve Propes. The EJs stated that this song was written by Freddie Slack and mentioned his version and added that the Andrews Sisters also recorded it in 1946. The EJs also said that this was Miller's first and biggest hit. Antonio mentioned much of the above and also mentioned versions by Asleep at the Wheel and, recently, by Jerry Lee Lewis in his latest album ("Young blood").] I remember what made her come to me (I remember what made her come to me) The guy next door had money, you see (The guy next door had money, you see) Oh, you know, he buys his woman everything, yeah (He buys his woman everything) He buys her cars and clothes and diamond rings (Cars and clothes and diamond rings) #14) Miracles: "A Love She Can Count On" (1963) [31] {21} Her gown of lace Hung on the chair The pretty gown She'll never wear Never wear #15) Outsiders: "Girl In Love" (1966) [21] {-} [Two teams guessed different songs by Patti Page. I've never used one of her songs on a GOLQ, and I probably never will.] So, Baby, until then Lock me away And don't allow the day Here inside Where I hide #16) Peter And Gordon: "A World Without Love" (1964) [1] {-} [Ron Anderson said that it their first hit and their only Number 1 song. The EJs said that it was written by Paul McCartney; that Paul was dating Peter's sister, actress Jane Asher; that this was Peter And Gordon's first and biggest hit, their only #1 song in both the U.S. and U.K; and that it was also recorded by Bobby Rydell in 1964. Jamie said it was written by Lennon & McCartney (both he and the EJs are right in that it was written by McCartney but credited to Lennon & McCartney). Antonio wrote: Peter Asher's red-haired sister (Jane) was dating Paul McCartney, so the duo obtained three unrecorded Lennon-McCartney compositions, including this one (which did not have a bridge until the recording session). The song was turned down by Billy J. Kramer (another Brian Epstein protege). It became the first #1 hit by a British group other than the Beatles in the U.S. (but, with these connections, you could dispute that).] Nobody loves me Because nobody knows me Nobody takes The time to go slowly #17) Posey, Sandy: "Single Girl" (1966/7) [12] {-} Everyone is warm inside Their houses in the snow The mercury is dropping down To minus 10 below #18) Roe, Tommy: "It's Now Winters Day" (1966/7) [23] {-} [Jamie said it was written by Tommy. Ron Crandall said that Roe has been quoted as saying that he was very proud of this song because it was his only successful ballad. It is quite different than his other songs such as "Dizzy" and "Jam Up And Jelly Tight."] Don't take your lo-o-ove Away from meee Don't you leave my heart in misery If you go Then I'll be blue #19) Sedaka, Neil: "Breaking Up Is Hard To Do" (1962) [1] {12} [Hymie said that this was his first #1 song and that he recorded a new version of this in 1975. Dave Tartaglia said that the new version was his (Dave's) choice for Best remake by an artist of his own earlier hit. Ron Anderson said this song was performed on "American Bandstand" on Tuesday, October 16, 1962. The EJs said that it was produced by Al Nevins and Don Kirshner; that it was Sedaka's first #1 song; that in 1975, during his comeback, he recorded a new slower version which also made the Top 10 (#8); and that these artists also charted with the song: The Happenings (1968), Lenny Welch (1970), and The Partridge Family Starring Shirley Jones Featuring David Cassidy (1972). Antonio mentioned the new version and added that it was written by Neil and Howard Greenfield; that other recordings of it were by Johnny Preston, The Carpenters, Brian Poole and the Tremeloes, Shelley Fabares, The Four Seasons; and that a parody of the song was used by the American Comedy Network when Ma' Bell was broken up into separate companies as "Breaking up is hard on you (a/k/a Don't take Ma Bell away from me)."] Won't you come on home Ain't you gonna marry me (yeah yeah yeah) My folks all wanna know When the wedding's gonna be They're making plans Shakin' hands I've been waitin' so long Has something gone wro-ong #20) Shirelles: "Big John" (1961) [21] {2} Darling, can't you see That I'm going over sea-eas For two, three, four years Don't know how long it will be-e-e So hear, hear my plea And come marry, marry me Befo-ore it's too la-a-ate #21) Six Teens: "A Casual Look" (1956) [25] {7} [Antonio stated that it was a favourite of the Beach Boys, who included it in their "15 Big ones" covers album and asked "Where can you find the song?" T.P. wrote: There was an (even) better version of this song on the Modern label by Little Clydie. Clydie, whose real name was Thelma Cooper, also recorded my all-time favourite black female rock 'n' roll record, "Big Rock Inn", on Dot, as Dolly Cooper.] Do you have that rundown feeling? Does your heart go reelin'? Are you nervous, jumpy, or on the edge? Is it neuritis, neuralgia, a head cold distress? Or maybe it's your sinus drainage Do you have tired blood, beriberi? Or maybe you're a little overweight #22) Stevens, Ray: "Jeremiah Peabody's Poly Unsaturated Quick Dissolving Fast Acting Pleasant Tasting Green And Purple Pills" (1961) [35] {-} [Ron Anderson and the EJs each said this was his first charted song. Ron added that this was the song with the longest title of any charted song. Michael Gessner also stated this, adding that it is 104 characters, with second place being the 1979 song "Life During Wartime...." by Talking Heads (94 characters). Ray was born Ray Ragsdale.] I can fly like a bird in the sky I can buy anything that money can buy (Whoa) I can turn a river into a raging fire I can live forever if I so desire #23) Temptations: "I Can't Get Next To You" (1969) [1] {1} [This was #1 on the Pop charts for 2 weeks and #1 on the R&B charts for 5 weeks. Jamie, Antonio, and The EJs each said it was written by Barrett Strong & Norman Whitfield and produced by Norman Whitfield. The EJs added that this is the group's biggest hit, #1 on both the Pop and R&B charts; and that it was also recorded by Al Green in 1970.] Well it's too baaad And it's too saaad But I'm in love with youuu You loved me Then you snubbed me #24) Welch, Lenny: "Since I Fell For You" (1963/64) [4] {NC} [Jamie said that it was arranged & conducted by Archie Bleyer and that it was written by Buddy Johnson who recorded it with his sister Ella around 1946. Jyrki mentioned their version as well as versions by Dinah Washington, The Spaniels, Bobby Bland and Laura Lee, among others. Other great, but uncharted, versions are by The Harptones, Wilbert Harrison, and Roy Hamilton. Ron Anderson added that it was the first top 40 hit and only top 10 song for Lenny Welch. Antonio quoted Dr. John (Mc Rebbenback): "This song was originally recorded by Buddy and Ella Johnson. [Dr. John's version] is my sentimental tribute to Annie Laurie. Some say it's Paul Gayton's song, and I understand. Paul used to play at the brass Rail on Canal Street. Annie Laurie would sing with his band. Well, I had a terrific crush on Annie as a kid -the way he sang it, it really moved me ... It's more bluesy than, say, how Lenny Welch cut it, or anybody else, anybody except Annie. Most people don't realize it originated in New Orleans. I've been trying to find a copy of Annie's record for 20 years ..."] But I love her She loves me Oh how happy now we can be Makin' love underneath the apple tree #25) William, Larry: "Bony Moronie" (1957/8) [14] {4} [Jamie said that it was written by Larry. Ron Anderson added that Larry committed suicide on January 2, 1980 at age 44. The Appalachians recorded a folk version of this song (which I find hard to imagine), #62 in 1963. Antonio wrote: Larry Williams' second hit with a girl's name in the title (before Moronie came Fannie, and after came Lizzy). Very famous in Mexico and Spain as "Popotitos", by the Teen Tops, who specialised in translating every single roc'n'roll hit into Spanish with a great sound. Johnny 'Guitar' Watson -Larry's guitar player in his British tours of the early 60's and duet partner in the late 60's in the Okeh label- died last year. One of the oldies that came out of the radio installed in "Christine", the car in the Stephen King novel / John Carpenter movie.] _____________________________________________________________________________ Tie-breakers: Ladies and Gentlemen, Children, too It's time for us to do a show for you We're gonna turn all around, we're gonna touch the ground We're gonna Shim-Sham Shimmy all around We're gonna Shim-Sham Shimmy all over the stage We're gonna Shim-Sham Shimmy 'til we get paid #T1) Andrews, Lee, & The Hearts: "Glad To Be Here" (1958) [-] {-} [Jamie said that this is the opening theme song on the Doc South Oldies Show.] Tell me what I've done Tell me what I've said I guess I used my heart Instead of using my head Knowing that I love you How could you break my heart? Can't stand it any longer Wond'ring why we're apart #T2) Harptones: "My Memories Of You" (1954,1956) [-] {-} [Jamie stated that it was written by group member Raul Cita. The Chantels recorded a beautiful version of this song in 1958 with the title "Memories Of You." The Oldtunes said that a group called Donnie and the Dreamers charted with a song of the same name (#79 in 1961), but they didn't know (nor do I) if it is the same song. Does anyone know?] ______________________________________________________________________________ This chart ranks the songs/artists from most recognized to least recognized. The second number on the line denotes the average number of points scored on that song (total points divided by number of entrants, to 2 decimal places). For comparison purposes, tie-breakers are scored here on the usual 20-point scale. Rank Avg. Song 01 19.43 #16) Peter And Gordon: "A World Without Love" (1964) [1] {-} 02 18.38 #19) Sedaka, Neil: "Breaking Up Is Hard To Do" (1962) [1] {12} 03 18.22 #03) Christie, Lou: "Lightnin' Strikes" (1965/66) [1] {-} 04 16.41 #25) William, Larry: "Bony Moronie" (1957/8) [14] {4} 05 16.22 #24) Welch, Lenny: "Since I Fell For You" (1963/64) [4] {NC} 06 15.65 #23) Temptations: "I Can't Get Next To You" (1969) [1] {1} 07 14.32 #09) Gibson, Don: "Oh Lonesome Me" (1958) [7] {-} 08 12.92 #08) Fleetwoods "Goodnight My Love" (1963) [32] {-} 09 12.70 #11) King, Ben E.: "I (Who Have Nothing)" (1963) [29] {16} 10 10.00 #07) Essex: "A Walkin' Miracle" (1963) [12] {11} 11 9.59 #22) Stevens, Ray: "Jeremiah Peabody's Poly Unsaturated ..." 12 8.65 #10) Impressions: "It's All Right" (1963) [4] {1} 13 7.57 #20) Shirelles: "Big John" (1961) [21] {2} 14 7.30 #17) Posey, Sandy: "Single Girl" (1966/7) [12] {-} 15 7.03 #02) Capris: "There's A Moon Out Tonight" (1960/61) [3] {11} 16 6.49 #13) Miller, Chuck: "The House Of Blue Lights" (1955) [9] {-} T17 5.95 #01) Anka, Paul: "Let The Bells Keep Ringing" (1958) [16] {-} T17 5.95 #15) Outsiders: "Girl In Love" (1966) [21] {-} T17 5.95 #18) Roe, Tommy: "It's Now Winters Day" (1966/7) [23] {-} 20 5.68 #21) Six Teens: "A Casual Look" (1956) [25] {7} T21 4.86 #04) Cooke, Sam: "When A Boy Falls In Love" (1965) [52] {-} T21 4.86 #14) Miracles: "A Love She Can Count On" (1963) [31] {21} 23 4.32 #12) Lovin' Spoonful: "She Is Still A Mystery" (1967) [27] {-} T24 3.24 #05) Danny & The Juniors: "Dottie" (1958) [39] {-} T24 3.24 #T2) Harptones: "My Memories Of You" (1954,1956) [-] {-} 26 2.70 #T1) Andrews, Lee, & The Hearts: "Glad To Be Here" (1958) [-] {-} 27 2.16 #06) Davis, Skeeter: "My Last Date (With You)" (1960/1) [26] {-} Reactions: I was *shocked* that "Oh Lonesome Me" was identified by about 75% of the teams; I had expected that to be one of the harder songs. I had also expected "The House Of Blue Lights" to be one of the harder songs, and it was much higher on the recognition list than I had expected. I had also expected "Big John" to be somewhat lower. On the other hand, I had expected "There's A Moon Out Tonight" to be much higher on the list and the same for It's All Right" to a somewhat lesser extent. I had also expected "She Is Still A Mystery" to have done a little better. All three of these were recycled songs, so perhaps the easier lyrics were already taken the first time they were used. I also had expected "My Memories Of You" to have been identified by a few more teams because it is a doo-wop classic. I had expected "My Last Date (With You)" to be one of the tougher songs, but I had expected it to be better recognized than several other of the songs. I wasn't sure what to expect from "Girl In Love" and "It's Now Winters Day," so I was pleased that they were both identified by a fair number of teams. Overall, I think the quiz may have been a bit harder than I had expected, but that's a common Quizmaster's lament. ______________________________________________________________________________ -- Rick Schubert (rick.schubert@SanDiegoCA.NCR.COM)