Bristol Stomp
The Dovells
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The kids in Bristol are sharp as a pistol When they do the Bristol Stomp Really somethin when they join in jumpin When they do the Bristol Stomp Whoa, whoa they start spinnin every Friday night They dance the greatest and they do it right Well, it's the latest it's the greatest sight to see The kids in Bristol are sharp as a pistol (Whoa, oh, oh) When they do the Bristol Stomp (Whoa, oh, oh) Really somethin when they join in jumpin (Ah-ah-ah, whoa) When they do the Bristol Stomp Whoa, whoa it started in Bristol at a dee jay hop They hollered and whistled never wanted to stop We pony and twisted and we rocked with Daddy G The kids in Bristol are sharp as a pistol When they do the Bristol Stomp (Whoa, oh, oh) Really somethin when they join in jumpin (Ah-ah-ah) When they do the Bristol Stomp (Duh-duh-doo) It's got that groovy beat That makes you stomp your feet Come along and try Gonna feel fine And once you dance with me You'll fall in love you see The Bristol Stomp will make you mine All mine The stars are spinnin every Friday night They dance the greatest if they do it right But it's the latest it's the greatest sight to see The kids in Bristol are sharp as a pistol When they do the Bristol Stomp (Whoa, oh, oh) Really somethin when they join in jumpin When they do the Bristol Stomp It started in Bristol at a dee jay hop They hollered and whistled Never wanted to stop We pony and twisted And we rocked with Daddy G The kids in Bristol are sharp as a pistol When they do the Bristol Stomp (Whoa) Really somethin when they join in jumpin (Ah-ah-ah) When they do the Bristol Stomp Feel so fine Oh, got to say, please, mine I'm talkin (when they do the Bristol Stomp) Mine baby (kids in Bristol...)
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Written by: DAVE APPELL, KAL MANN
Lyrics © Spirit Music Group
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10 facts about this song
Historical Significance"Bristol Stomp" was released in 1961 as a single by The Dovells, not by Dion. The song instantaneously became an anthem of the early-'60s dance-craze era.
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Peak Chart PositionThe hit single reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in October 1961 and became a gold record due to its immense popularity.
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Inspiration Behind the Song"Bristol Stomp" was written by Dave Appell and Kal Mann, inspired by the teenagers who were doing a dance known as the "Stomp" at the Goodwill Fire House in Bristol, Pennsylvania.
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Album ContainmentThe song is featured on the Dovells' debut album titled "You Can't Sit Down," which was released in 1963.
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Dance Craze Impact"Bristol Stomp" not only described a specific dance but also significantly impacted the dance craze era of the early '60s.
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Dion's InvolvementContrary to common belief, Dion was not associated with "Bristol Stomp." Dion was a successful pop singer during the same period but had no connection to this song.
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Song’s InfluenceThe Bristol Stomp dance was reportedly so popular that over 10,000 teenagers would gather at the Bristol comets clubhouse to indulge in the fun.
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Cover Versions"Bristol Stomp" was covered by various artists in varied styles over the years, notably Chubby Checker, the British group The Pirates, and California Pop band The Love Generation.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song reflect the craze and joy that teenagers felt while performing the dance. The words "The kids in Bristol are sharp as a pistol, When they do the Bristol Stomp" cemented the Bristol Stomp's place in dance history.
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LegacyEven decades after its release, "Bristol Stomp" is still considered a classic song from the dance craze era and is often played on oldies music radio stations.
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