Short Shorts
The Royal Teens
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[Chorus] Catch a falling star and put it in your pocket Never let it fade away Catch a falling star and put it in your pocket Save it for a rainy day For love may come and tap you on the shoulder some starless night Just in case you feel you want to hold her You'll have a pocketful of starlight [Chorus] For love may come and tap you on the shoulder some starless night Just in case you feel you want to hold her You'll have a pocketful of starlight (Pocketful of starlight, hm,hm,hm,hm,hm,hm) [Chorus] (Save it for a rainy, save it for a rainy, rainy, rainy, day) For when your troubles start multiplyin' and they just might It's easy to forget them without tryin' With just a pocketful of starlight [Chorus] (Save it for a rainy day) Save it for a rainy day
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Written by: Tom Austin, Bill Crandall, Bill Dalton, Bob Gaudio
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Short Shorts" was released by The Royal Teens in 1958.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in February 1958, making it a significant hit for the band.
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Creative InspirationThe song was inspired by a girl in short shorts who caught the attention of the band when they were driving around Fort Lee, New Jersey.
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Composition and Length"Short Shorts" is a simple tune, mostly instrumental, with an iconic chorus. It runs for approximately 2 minutes and 38 seconds.
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SongwritersThe song was co-written by the band members, namely Bob Gaudio, Tom Austin, Bill Crandall, and Billy Dalton.
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Later Success of GaudioBob Gaudio later went on to become a member of the popular band 'The Four Seasons' and co-wrote many of their biggest hits.
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Cultural ImpactThe song has been celebrated for its catchy rhythm and is considered a classic of 1950s rock and roll music.
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Commercial UseIn the 1980s, "Short Shorts" was used in a series of commercials for Nair, a brand of hair removal products, making the song popular again among a new generation.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several artists since its release, including Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys.
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Band’s Only Major Hit"Short Shorts" was the only major hit for The Royal Teens, despite their attempts to replicate this success with similar tunes.
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Song's LegacyMore than six decades later, "Short Shorts" is still recognizable and often played on oldies radio stations, cementing its role in pop culture history.
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TV and FilmsThe song has also been featured in various films and television shows like "American Graffiti" and "Happy Days," increasing its popularity among mass audiences.
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