The Jolly Green Giant

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Year
1965
Peak Position
#4
Weeks on Chart
12
Total Ratings
0

Song Info:
"The Jolly Green Giant" by The Kingsmen was released as a single in 1965. It was written by the band's lead singer, Jack Ely, and produced by Jerry Dennon. The song became a commercial success, reaching the top 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and solidifying The Kingsmen's reputation as a prominent garage rock band of the 1960s.


Artist Bio:
The Kingsmen were a rock band formed in Portland, Oregon, in 1959. They are best known for their hit song "Louie Louie," which was released in 1963 and became a controversial hit due to its indecipherable lyrics. The band's lineup changed over the years, but some of the original members included Jack Ely, Lynn Easton, Mike Mitchell, Don Gallucci, and Bob Nordby. The Kingsmen were known for their energetic live performances and their raw, garage rock sound that was influential in the development of punk rock.

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