Very interesting story behind how Fabares ended up singing her Johnny Angel song. Recorded in 1961 when she was only 16. The song was released in 1962, reached the number 1 hit song on Billboard's Hot 100 on April 7, 1962 after a 15 week run on the Billboard chart, and sold over a million copies earning her a gold record status..
I was just 7. I remember Shelley. She was daughter Mary on The Donna Reed Show. You are right, my friend, those were times when decency ruled. Not like now. @@ChillyChase
I was not born yet either, (seven years before I was born) but I just know times were far nicer and simpler than today. Also, that may have been 62 years ago to be exact(it’s June 2024 as I comment) but I can still recognize “Christine Armstrong, Coach Hayden Fox’s girlfriend and subsequent second wife,” ha ha(reference to Shelley Fabares having played Hayden’s girlfriend Christine on Coach, of course.) Such a great singing voice.
Entertainment wise, yes. Family wise , yes, but JFK, RFK, MLK, Vietnam, Cold War, race riots, drugs, hippies, protests,and KKK. I remember the 60s as well, and for entertainment a family they were great...but. 50s:Cold war, Korea. 70s:Vietman, Watergate, Oil embargo. 80s: Beruit, Wars in Central America, Iran/Contra, Terrorism, Greneda, And we wont talk about the 2000s. Always something. The difference between 50s & 60s and others years? God and family were prominent in the American fabric. There will always be trouble, but we can get back to a safer place. 2 Chonicles 7:14 "If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land."
Lyndon "Butcher" Johnson took us into that Vietnam disaster in an attempt to divert attention from his domestic policy failures. Two thirds of the local class of 66's males went to Vietnam, and 15% of them died there -- for nothing.
If you’re referring to actor Craig T Nelson (who played Coach Hayden Fox, opposite Christine, played by Shelley Fabares on Coach), he’s 80 now; he turned 80 on April 4.
For me this is Shelly's song, Karen Carpenter may have had a better voice, but it is young girl's song as it is a dreamy song, and so for me Shelly Fabares sings it better.
Women nowadays would be horrified by this song they would be really terrified. Back when a woman would actually have to tell you their feelings before they ever open their legs because you actually had to marry them before they even thought of going that far.
When there was polite behavior, good manners along with class, unlike today..
This wonderful song came out the year I was born!
60's music was the best. We lived in a great era.
We were lucky!! ; )
early 60's. 50's too
AMEN ❤❤❤❤❤
Current music is awful... And a major contributor to the state of the culture at the moment
Unbelievable the beauty of those lovely 40's, 50's, 60's and 70's women.
Spot on ❤
80ties ...90nties...100dreds...110dredtens...120twenties ....and last but not least guys and gals ( oops ) the 178ers!!!! 😊😊😮😢
Whatever "women" are today, lol.
Very interesting story behind how Fabares ended up singing her Johnny Angel song. Recorded in 1961 when she was only 16. The song was released in 1962, reached the number 1 hit song on Billboard's Hot 100 on April 7, 1962 after a 15 week run on the Billboard chart, and sold over a million copies earning her a gold record status..
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The beaming expression on the middle-aged broad was too much for me to bear....
When times were much nicer and kinder.
I was not born yet i can believe it. These are the worst time ever. No more fun days.
I was just 7. I remember Shelley.
She was daughter Mary on The
Donna Reed Show. You are
right, my friend, those were times
when decency ruled. Not like
now. @@ChillyChase
I was not born yet either, (seven years before I was born) but I just know times were far nicer and simpler than today. Also, that may have been 62 years ago to be exact(it’s June 2024 as I comment) but I can still recognize “Christine Armstrong, Coach Hayden Fox’s girlfriend and subsequent second wife,” ha ha(reference to Shelley Fabares having played Hayden’s girlfriend Christine on Coach, of course.) Such a great singing voice.
This is what a true music video should look like. Not like the garbage MV's of today. Couchgrouch
Both of my parents were high school seniors at the time(not the same high school); they met in college.
What did we do wrong, the 60s were so perfect.
Entertainment wise, yes. Family wise , yes, but JFK, RFK, MLK, Vietnam, Cold War, race riots, drugs, hippies, protests,and KKK.
I remember the 60s as well, and for entertainment a family they were great...but.
50s:Cold war, Korea.
70s:Vietman, Watergate, Oil embargo.
80s: Beruit, Wars in Central America, Iran/Contra, Terrorism, Greneda,
And we wont talk about the 2000s.
Always something.
The difference between 50s & 60s and others years? God and family were prominent in the American fabric. There will always be trouble, but we can get back to a safer place.
2 Chonicles 7:14
"If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land."
Lyndon "Butcher" Johnson took us into that Vietnam disaster in an attempt to divert attention from his domestic policy failures. Two thirds of the local class of 66's males went to Vietnam, and 15% of them died there -- for nothing.
Chances are I saw this episode of The Donna Reed Show when it first aired. My parents always watched that program.
That was February 1, 1962. I can't remember seeing that episode then, but I remember my cousin getting the 45 record when it first came out.
Beautifully done ! I love the expressions on Donna Reeds face ! Thank You for this Video .
Glad you enjoyed it
I love the expressions on Donna Reeds face! But does she speak jive? Couchgrouch
A 79 old man likes the song.
Love this song shelley fabares such a talent Donna Reed show 60s one day at a time 70s coach 80s❤😊
If you’re referring to actor Craig T Nelson (who played Coach Hayden Fox, opposite Christine, played by Shelley Fabares on Coach), he’s 80 now; he turned 80 on April 4.
She's super lovely at the moment she's singing.
I am amazed to remember how this song resonated with me when I was a 16-year-old boy. Or did I just think it was one of those pretty, girl songs?
I remember this episode and the hit song.
Love this song grew up on it
Have an original 45 playing on my jukebox. Love it when she sings it just for me!❤️
I love this song.
Impresionante la actuacion de Donna Reed..Excelente muy bueno expectacular....QEPD.
Hey, Lee, I grew up with "Itsy Bitsy." R.I.P. You were one of the great ones!
I haven't heard this since I was a little kid.
For me this is Shelly's song, Karen Carpenter may have had a better voice, but it is young girl's song as it is a dreamy song, and so for me Shelly Fabares sings it better.
great song
Johnny Angel
A great song
linda
Awesome
The people looked healthier back then
Beautiful song
I’m Johnny angel ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Nice song and god she is so pretty. But those girls in the background barley open their mouths.
That's because the girls on the record are The Blossoms
When women were WOMEN!
NAH. with all due respect .
Women nowadays would be horrified by this song they would be really terrified. Back when a woman would actually have to tell you their feelings before they ever open their legs because you actually had to marry them before they even thought of going that far.