Let Her Dance
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"Let Her Dance" is a song by The Bobby Fuller Four. It was the group's fourth single under Del-Fi Records
, and the first to achieve success.
"Let Her Dance" is actually a modified version of an earlier Bobby Fuller
song, "Keep on Dancing." The modifications came as a result of Bob Keane
, who slowed it down and added a bottle-tapping rythmn to it (inspired by Randy Fuller tapping to the song with a beer bottle). In addition, Randy was also responsible for remaking the bass line. Bobby, however, hated the song once it was finished, prefering the Tex-Mex
sound of the original.
The single was first released in June on 1965 on Mustang Records, backed with "Another Sad and Lonely Night." While becoming a local hit on the Los Angeles charts, it underperformed on the national charts, barely missing the Top 100 at #133. It was re-released multiple times afterwards (including a release by Liberty Records
), but it did little to change its chart status. Despite this, it remained a popular song for the group, and was performed live on Shivaree
and Where the Action Is
. It was also released on the LP KRLA King of the Wheels
in 1965, and later I Fought the Law
in 1966.
and Bobby Fuller Drive (featuring Randy Fuller of the original Bobby Fuller Four).
Del-Fi Records
Del-Fi Records was a record label based in Hollywood, California and owned by Bob Keane. The label's first single released was no 4101 "Caravan" by Henri Rose released in 1958; however, the label was most famous for signing Ritchie Valens. Valens' first single for the label was "Come On Let's Go"...
, and the first to achieve success.
"Let Her Dance" is actually a modified version of an earlier Bobby Fuller
Bobby Fuller
Robert Gaston "Bobby" Fuller was an American rock singer, songwriter, and guitar player best known for his singles "I Fought the Law" and "Love's Made a Fool of You," recorded with his mid-1960s group, the Bobby Fuller Four....
song, "Keep on Dancing." The modifications came as a result of Bob Keane
Bob Keane
Bob Keane was an American musician, producer and owner of the record label Del-Fi Records. He was perhaps best known for being the producer and manager of Ritchie Valens.-Early years:...
, who slowed it down and added a bottle-tapping rythmn to it (inspired by Randy Fuller tapping to the song with a beer bottle). In addition, Randy was also responsible for remaking the bass line. Bobby, however, hated the song once it was finished, prefering the Tex-Mex
Tex-Mex
Tex-Mex is a regional American cuisine that blends food products available in the United States and the culinary creations of Mexican-Americans influenced by the cuisines of Mexico.Tex Mex may also refer to:...
sound of the original.
The single was first released in June on 1965 on Mustang Records, backed with "Another Sad and Lonely Night." While becoming a local hit on the Los Angeles charts, it underperformed on the national charts, barely missing the Top 100 at #133. It was re-released multiple times afterwards (including a release by Liberty Records
Liberty Records
Liberty Records was a United States-based record label. It was started by chairman Simon Waronker in 1955 with Al Bennett as president and Theodore Keep as chief engineer. It was reactivated in 2001 in the United Kingdom and had two previous revivals.-1950s:...
), but it did little to change its chart status. Despite this, it remained a popular song for the group, and was performed live on Shivaree
Shivaree
Shivaree may refer to:* Shivaree , a clamorous salutation made to a newlywed couple* Shivaree , an American band formed in 1997* Shivaree , a play by William Mastrosimone...
and Where the Action Is
Where the Action Is
Where the Action Is or ' was a music-based television variety show in the United States from 1965–67. It was carried by the ABC network and aired each weekday afternoon...
. It was also released on the LP KRLA King of the Wheels
KRLA King of the Wheels
-Personnel:The Bobby Fuller Four*Bobby Fuller - guitar, lead vocals*Dwayne Quirico - drums*Jim Reese - guitar, backing vocals*Randy Fuller - bass guitar, lead and backing vocals...
in 1965, and later I Fought the Law
I Fought the Law (album)
-Personnel:The Bobby Fuller Four*Bobby Fuller - guitar, lead vocals*Dwayne Quirico - drums*Jim Reese - guitar, backing vocals*Randy Fuller - bass guitar, lead and backing vocals...
in 1966.
Legacy
Being a local hit, the Bobby Fuller Four made a jingle for a Gallenkamp Shoes advertisement, singing to the tune of "Let Her Dance." "Let Her Dance" was also featured on the soundtrack of Fantastic Mr. Fox, as well as many greatest hits albums of the Bobby Fuller Four. The song was also covered by Phil SeymourPhil Seymour
Phil Seymour was an American power pop drummer, singer, guitarist and songwriter, best known for the singles "I'm On Fire" and "Precious to Me". He had a major role in the seminal pop group Dwight Twilley Band...
and Bobby Fuller Drive (featuring Randy Fuller of the original Bobby Fuller Four).
Bobby Fuller Four line-up
- Bobby FullerBobby FullerRobert Gaston "Bobby" Fuller was an American rock singer, songwriter, and guitar player best known for his singles "I Fought the Law" and "Love's Made a Fool of You," recorded with his mid-1960s group, the Bobby Fuller Four....
- vocals, guitar - Randy Fuller - backing vocals, bass guitar
- Jim Reese- backing vocals, guitar
- DeWayne Quirico - drums
Chart positions
| Chart (1965) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Singles Chart | 133 |