The Loco-Motion

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Year
1962
Peak Position
#1
Weeks on Chart
16
Total Ratings
0

Song Info:
"The Loco-Motion" is a song recorded by American singer Little Eva, which was released as a single in 1962. The song was written by Gerry Goffin and Carole King, and it quickly became a hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. "The Loco-Motion" has since been covered by numerous artists and has become a popular dance anthem.


Artist Bio:
Little Eva, born Eva Narcissus Boyd, was an American singer known for her hit song "The Loco-Motion." She was discovered by songwriters Gerry Goffin and Carole King while working as a maid for their publisher, and they wrote the song specifically for her. Little Eva's recording of "The Loco-Motion" became a massive success, launching her music career. Despite the song's popularity, she struggled to replicate its success with her subsequent releases. Little Eva continued to perform and record music throughout the 1960s and 1970s, but "The Loco-Motion" remained her biggest hit.

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