Chubby Checker & California Jubilee – Let’s Twist Again

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About The Song

“Let’s Twist Again” is a rock and roll song written by Kal Mann and Dave Appell, and originally recorded by Chubby Checker. The song was released in 1960 and reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.

The song is about the dance craze of the same name, which was popularized by Checker’s previous hit, “The Twist”. The song’s lyrics encourage listeners to get up and dance the twist.

“Let’s Twist Again” was a major hit around the world, and it helped to solidify Checker’s status as a rock and roll icon. The song has also been covered by many other artists, including The Beatles, Elvis Presley, and The Beach Boys.

The Twist and “Let’s Twist Again”

The twist is a simple dance step that involves twisting the hips and turning the body from side to side. The dance was popularized by Chubby Checker’s 1959 hit song, “The Twist”.

The twist was a major cultural phenomenon in the early 1960s. The dance was seen as a symbol of youthful rebellion, and it was embraced by people of all ages and backgrounds. The twist was also responsible for a surge in sales of dance records and clothing.

Chubby Checker

Chubby Checker is an American singer and dancer. He is best known for his two hit singles, “The Twist” and “Let’s Twist Again”.

Checker was born Ernest Evans Jr. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on October 17, 1941. He began singing and dancing in his childhood, and he was discovered by Dick Clark in 1958.

Checker’s first hit, “The Twist”, was released in 1959. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, and it won a Grammy Award for Best Rock and Roll Vocal Performance.

Checker’s second hit, “Let’s Twist Again”, was released in 1960. The song also reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, and it made Checker a household name.

Checker’s career continued throughout the 1960s, but he never again had the same level of success as he did with “The Twist” and “Let’s Twist Again”. He continued to perform and record music throughout the 1970s and 1980s.

In 1988, Checker was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. He is also a member of the Philadelphia Music Alliance’s Walk of Fame.

Legacy

“Let’s Twist Again” is a classic rock and roll song that helped to solidify Checker’s status as a rock and roll icon. The song is still popular today, and it continues to be a favorite among dancers of all ages.