About the song Big Girls Don’t Cry – Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
“Big Girls Don’t Cry” is a 1963 song written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, and originally recorded by American pop group Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. The song is a ballad with a doo-wop sound, and it features Valli’s signature falsetto vocals.
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The lyrics tell the story of a young man trying to reassure his girlfriend that everything will be alright, despite the challenges they face. The song’s message of hope and optimism resonated with audiences around the world, and it became a massive hit, reaching number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number 2 in the United Kingdom.
The song’s impact
“Big Girls Don’t Cry” was one of the most successful singles of the 1960s, and it helped to establish Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons as one of the leading pop groups of the era. The song’s enduring popularity has led to numerous covers, including versions by The Beach Boys, Stevie Wonder, and Cher. It has also been featured in numerous films and television shows, such as “Grease” and “The Sopranos”.
The legacy
“Big Girls Don’t Cry” is a timeless classic that continues to be enjoyed by listeners of all ages. It is a reminder that love and resilience can overcome any obstacle.
Here are some notable accolades for “Big Girls Don’t Cry”:
- In 2004, “Big Girls Don’t Cry” was ranked number 274 on Rolling Stone’s list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.
- In 2010, the song was selected by the Library of Congress for preservation in the National Recording Registry, for being “culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant.”
- In 2014, the song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
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Big Girls Don’t Cry – Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons Lyrics
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