About the song
Background and writing
“Be My Baby” is a song written by Ellie Greenwich, Jeff Barry, and Phil Spector, and recorded by the American girl group the Ronettes. It was released as a single on Philles Records in August 1963.
Background and writing
“Be My Baby” is considered to be one of the greatest pop songs of all time. It has been covered by many artists over the years, including The Beatles, The Beach Boys, and Madonna. The song has also been used in several films and television shows, including “Dirty Dancing” and “The Sopranos.”
The Ronettes
The Ronettes were an American girl group that was formed in New York City in 1959. The group consisted of lead singer Ronnie Spector (née Veronica Bennett), her sister Estelle Bennett, and their cousin Nedra Talley.
The Ronettes had a string of hit singles in the 1960s, including “Be My Baby”, “Baby, I Love You”, and “(The Best Part of) Breakin’ Up”. The group was also successful on the album charts, releasing two top ten albums in the United States.
The Ronettes disbanded in 1967, but they have reunited for several special projects since then. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2007.
Conclusion
“Be My Baby” is a classic pop song that has stood the test of time. It is a beautiful and innocent ballad about young love. The Ronettes’ version is the definitive version of the song and it is considered to be one of the greatest pop songs of all time.
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