Louie Louie by The Kingsmen

Song Info:
"Louie Louie" by The Kingsmen was released as a single on November 6, 1963. The song was written by Richard Berry in 1955 and became popular after The Kingsmen's rock version was released. Despite its simple structure and lyrics, the song's unclear diction caused some controversy and led to an FBI investigation into its supposedly obscene content.

Artist Bio:
The Kingsmen were an American garage rock band formed in Portland, Oregon, in 1959. The band's lineup consisted of Jack Ely, Lynn Easton, Mike Mitchell, Bob Nordby, and Dick Peterson. Their version of "Louie Louie" became their biggest hit, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The Kingsmen continued to release music throughout the 1960s, but "Louie Louie" remained their most well-known song. The band's raw and energetic style influenced the development of garage rock and punk rock.