The Crystals - Da Doo Ron Ron

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Phil Spector produced this. He originally had singer Darlene Love record it at Gold Star studios in Los Angeles. After singing lead on the Crystals' previous hits "He's a Rebel" and "He's Sure the Boy I Love," Darlene Love received session fees. After singing on this, she preferred to be signed to an artist's contract. Spector responded to her demand by erasing her vocals and flying in Crystals lead singer Dolores "La La" Brooks to replace the lead vocal. The backup vocals were provided by The Blossoms, Darlene Love, and Cher. (thanks, Jerro - New Alexandria, PA)

Jeff Barry and Ellie Greenwich wrote this. The refrain of "da doo ron ron" came from nonsense syllables they stuck in as space filler.

This became one of the most popular American Pop songs of the period in England. It was covered by all manner of acts on-stage and on-record. (thanks, Edward Pearce - Ashford, Kent, England, for above 2)

Although it has not been confirmed, legend has it that Sonny Bono was one of the many vocalists who sang backup for this song. Bono was a record producer at the time and knew Phil Spector.

A version by Shaun Cassidy reached US #1 in 1977. Other artists who have covered this song include The Carpenters, Billy J. Kramer and the Dakotas, Jack Nitzsche, The Raindrops, and The Searchers. (thanks, Jerro - New Alexandria, PA, for above 2)

Vintage The Crystals - Da Doo Ron Ron Featured in a '82 documentary HERE

The Crystals - Da do ron ron

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