Venus

Song Info:
"Venus" by Frankie Avalon was released in January 1959. The song was written by Ed Marshall and Peter DeAngelis and was first recorded by Avalon for his self-titled album. It became a major hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and staying there for five weeks. "Venus" was Avalon's biggest hit and one of the most popular songs of 1959.

Artist Bio:
Frankie Avalon, born Francis Thomas Avallone on September 18, 1940, is an American singer, actor, and former teen idol. He started his career as a musician in the late 1950s, achieving success with hits like "Venus" and "Why." Avalon also appeared in a number of popular films, often alongside Annette Funicello, in the 1960s. He continued to perform and act throughout the following decades, maintaining a successful career in the entertainment industry.