I am hearing a lot of humility from incredibly talented lyricists, musicians, and vocalists who created an incredible song which resonated with so many people. That is what makes it so much more special, knowing that these artists can articulate their thoughts at the time, without ego or narcissism that we see today from less talented "artists".
I just found out now when I watched this, a woman wrote the lyrics about a guy having his first experience making love. It figures, the words are so innocent and beautiful painting a picture of a man's happy memory of having his first experience making love to a woman. And her husband, Bob Guadio wrote the music. Best pop song of all time in my opinion.
OMG, this is a Dutch treat for me. Gerry was in my graduating class at Passaic High School in NJ and the subtitles are in Dutch! I speak and read Dutch because my parents were Dutch. What a great interview and back story to the Four Season's biggest hit without Frankie doing the lead vocals. Gerry nailed this and remains my favorite Four Seasons song.
Part of what makes that song so epic are the various voices in different parts, it keeps it from getting stale. Gerry's lead vocals were the best call ever made! He should have done more singing in his career, his voice was a hidden diamond, not to mention Mr. Cicconi (can't remember his first name). It was just a perfect blend of all their different tones and styles. Judy's lyrics were perfection! I had just hit puberty when this song came out and it never felt like anything but innocence to me. It's just one of those serendipitous things that was always meant to be. 100% hit song!
Good LORD. I can barely walk and chew gum and that guy is singing like THAT whilst playing the drums? Sheesh, I am seriously impressed. Awesome song, though memories of singing it in the car as a kid have a whole new light... 😳
*One of those songs that never gets old. So catchy & upbeat & still to this day makes you roll the window down & crank up the volume every single time you hear it.* 🎵🎹💃🔊🥁🎤🎵
Jimmy Lewis It’s the only song I know, other than things like Do They Know It’s Christmas or We Are The World, to have as many as three solo vocal sections (verses sung by Gerry Polci, “I got a funny feeling when she walked in the room” by Frankie Valli and “I felt a rush like a rolling ball of thunder” by Don Ciccone).
@@bossdog1480 This was NOT the only song that all 3 sang on. Buy the HELICON L.P. You will hear them on other songs too. Put a little away, and The new york street song. Used the same vocal format.
"Late December, back in '63", my parents got married. They're in their mid to late 70's now -- 6 kids, 18 grandkids, and 6 great-grandkids -- AND STILL GOING STRONG. ❤✊
lmao I was born in May 1963...had several friends in the next class...born in August 1964....9 months after "late December, back in '63". Had some fun when the song came out...when we were in Catholic grammar school in the Bronx.
When this song came out, somebody at a party I was at was telling people it was about going to see Barbra Streisand in concert for the first time. Because of Gerry, this was my favorite song. Love his voice.
The drummers voice just meshed to well with that song..... Actually I never cared that much for Frankie Valli but I fell in love with the drummer's voice
Gerry seems like such a great guy! He has a sort of inner calm and kind aura about him. And he absolutely nailed the song! Stunning performance! But the part that always gives me goosebumps is where the late great Don Ciccone sings "I felt a rush like a rolling ball of thunder..."
I was 11 years old when this song hit the radio stations and I've been listening to it on and off ever since for 45 years... I had no idea it was about THAT!
I bought this and later played it at a party at my house on my last day of school ,the school was short of kids that day and police were called! 1976 , fantastic memories, fantastic tune!
Jerry perfected that song !!! I've listened to that song since I was 16 and Love It.....And Jerry is still good-lookin since the day he recorded it !!!! And I'm 55 now :) !!!!! Good luck to you guys!
I love this song, absolutely in the top 5 of all time. I remember when it would come on the radio as a kid and I would jump up and down. It has stood the test of time!
I have LOVED this song & the melody since first hearing it as a little girl....I was born in 64 & I thought this came out when I was in grade school! We would hear it played on the radio on the bus rides home from school! (I always listened to lyrics...if I couldn’t hear them & If I could not hear the lyrics...then I never listened again to that type of music, when I had a choice!) I got very good vibes from this music & I have always been very, very sensitive to music! But I always seemed to know the meaning was beyond my experience, but I just loved it & I still do! So glad it was part of my experience growing up! ♥️ I agree...there was an innocence about it & I GOT that as a girl! I was innocent & the song really resonated with me as a child! (On Feb 1st 2020, I just found out my biological father was a Lead Musician & Lead Guitarist from another band & found out sometimes he stil plays in the DC/Maryland area! Wish I had some of his talent, but nope! Just music appreciation! 🤷🏻♀️)
This song is a coming-of-age story. It doesn't have to be sex. It could just as easily be a first kiss. it gives me the same vibe as Smashing Pumpkins - 1979.
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was definately coming of age for me, not in a specifically sexy sense so much as "growing into music"
A simply perfect song....the marriage of a catchy hook, infectious groove, and sumptuous harmonies, to go with lyrics that are so resonating and call upon individual nostalgia, instantly. I put this up there with the Beegees," Too Much Heaven," as a perfect song, top to bottom. Bonus points for having the vision to cast the drummer in the lead singing role.
NO!!!!!!!! What happened was that in 1974 Bob Gaudio had a NEW four seasons that was separate from Frankie Valli!!!! Valli had his own record contract then. The four seasons were going on their OWN!!!!!! Gerry Polci and Don Ciccone were to be the voice of the four seasons!!!!!!!! THAT"S WHY GERRY is on LEAD VOCALS!!!!!! Go buy the four seasons HELICON L.P. You will SEE what i am talking about!!!!!!!!
@@broncodeviltexas Frankie Valli was in effect a "GUEST" on the four seasons records from 1975-1977. Look up FRANKIE VALLI on PRIVATE STOCK RECORDS, 1974-1978.
@@eugeneschulte4950 Frankie was part of the group. He sang lead on Who Loves You on the same album. The drummer sang more because of Valli's hearing loss.
I love them both frankie and the drummer they complement each other man truly I loved that song back in the 70s in Adelaide south Australia I was 11 years old back then when that came out in the summer time it was a no1 hit in Australia for weeks
Loved this song. I was a teenager with my first taste of freedom with my first Girlfriend when this came out. In the front bench set of my Ford Falcon we listened and sang this and other songs. We still do it today 40 plus years later. I’m a blessed man.✊
Thorny Turtle Ranch Yes I married my GF from 10th grade and she’s kept me 😁 Like I said I’m blessed, when people ask I say I hit the Lottery over 40 years ago. The best Lottery. Hope you did the same or close to it.
Bonnie Newpane I’m not a car guy. I like a good running car with ac and a radio. I had enough 2k cars when we was raising our kids. But I’ve always turned my head and admired the Falcons I’ve seen over the years. Not many out there. You have a great day. 👋👋👋
You got Frankie Valli and you choose the drummer to sing lead? He nailed it! A true classic. Stands the test of time. Didn't know the drummer sang the lead on it. As a drummer, I approve.
What a story on such a great song!!!! I believe the song December 1963 oh what a night was on the billboard chart for over 50 weeks due to its return in 1994. This makes it one of the longest running chart singles ever!!!! The 4 SEASONS are one of the greatest bands around and thanks for posting.
This song always brings back some great memories. In late December of ‘63, I was a senior in high school, and had just turned 17. I had been going steady with a lovely young lady for many months. We had some wonderful times together. Young love! We, of course, ended up marrying other people as often happens. We still keep in touch. This song always brings a wonderful part of my past front and center.
First saw this song on TV at my aunt's house in about '76 or '77. I was about 11 or 12 and I was transfixed. Loved it then and have ever since. Gerry's vocal is SO solid and right for the song. It's an iconic 70s vocal implanted in our psychis. I'd call it a disco hit....... if 1974's Rock Your Baby was the 1st disco song 🤔😂
Gerry has an amazing voive.
You mean voice check ya spelling
I am hearing a lot of humility from incredibly talented lyricists, musicians, and vocalists who created an incredible song which resonated with so many people. That is what makes it so much more special, knowing that these artists can articulate their thoughts at the time, without ego or narcissism that we see today from less talented "artists".
IMO , Gerry's vocals absolutely made this song so good. Amazing voice.
I just found out now when I watched this, a woman wrote the lyrics about a guy having his first experience making love. It figures, the words are so innocent and beautiful painting a picture of a man's happy memory of having his first experience making love to a woman. And her husband, Bob Guadio wrote the music. Best pop song of all time in my opinion.
Solid drummer with a great voice, I'm sorry that he didn't sing more songs.
Judy Parker We thank you sweetheart for giving us this great song. And you are as Beautiful as ever xx.
OMG, this is a Dutch treat for me. Gerry was in my graduating class at Passaic High School in NJ and the subtitles are in Dutch! I speak and read Dutch because my parents were Dutch. What a great interview and back story to the Four Season's biggest hit without Frankie doing the lead vocals. Gerry nailed this and remains my favorite Four Seasons song.
You were everything he dreamed you'd be
Thanks Judy for the catchy lyrics! One of my favorite song of all time!
Agreed
Part of what makes that song so epic are the various voices in different parts, it keeps it from getting stale. Gerry's lead vocals were the best call ever made! He should have done more singing in his career, his voice was a hidden diamond, not to mention Mr. Cicconi (can't remember his first name). It was just a perfect blend of all their different tones and styles. Judy's lyrics were perfection! I had just hit puberty when this song came out and it never felt like anything but innocence to me. It's just one of those serendipitous things that was always meant to be. 100% hit song!
Gerry Polci seems like a class act , very humble . As do the rest of the people in this video . Great story great song .
These guys were clearly in it for the music, not ego or fame.
It's hard to believe Gerry is now 70
Gerry and I from the great Passaic High School class of 1970!
Unsung masterpiece. Gerry Polci, you are quite an underrated talent. Just adore this happy song, and think I was born in the wrong era. :0)
I was born in '66, but I lived the situation in this song many times in my youth. It's perfect.
Good LORD. I can barely walk and chew gum and that guy is singing like THAT whilst playing the drums? Sheesh, I am seriously impressed. Awesome song, though memories of singing it in the car as a kid have a whole new light... 😳
Gerry Polci my childhood crush:)
*One of those songs that never gets old. So catchy & upbeat & still to this day makes you roll the window down & crank up the volume every single time you hear it.* 🎵🎹💃🔊🥁🎤🎵
Yep!
The intro with the drums n piano are amazing n when the bass comes in n complements the voice it’s gold. 100% gold
A true classic. Stands the test of time. Didn't know the drummer sang the lead on it.
Jimmy Lewis It’s the only song I know, other than things like Do They Know It’s Christmas or We Are The World, to have as many as three solo vocal sections (verses sung by Gerry Polci, “I got a funny feeling when she walked in the room” by Frankie Valli and “I felt a rush like a rolling ball of thunder” by Don Ciccone).
Probably the only time Frankie let the others sing. The 3 different voices meld really well.
@@bossdog1480 BOB GAUDIO'S FOUR SEASONS are singing!!!!!!!!
@@bossdog1480 This was NOT the only song that all 3 sang on. Buy the HELICON L.P. You will hear them on other songs too. Put a little away, and The new york street song. Used the same vocal format.
@@eugeneschulte4950 Thanks for the update.
At age 48 I find so much enjoyment immersing myself in the soundtrack of my youth.
UA-cams true value is in videos like this.
"Late December, back in '63", my parents got married. They're in their mid to late 70's now -- 6 kids, 18 grandkids, and 6 great-grandkids -- AND STILL GOING STRONG. ❤✊
Boy. didn't they have a holiday?
Mormons, huh?
Nope. Not Catholic, either. Just regular people.
lmao I was born in May 1963...had several friends in the next class...born in August 1964....9 months after "late December, back in '63". Had some fun when the song came out...when we were in Catholic grammar school in the Bronx.
Thats amazing 💙💙
When this song came out, somebody at a party I was at was telling people it was about going to see Barbra Streisand in concert for the first time. Because of Gerry, this was my favorite song. Love his voice.
The drummers voice just meshed to well with that song.....
Actually I never cared that much for Frankie Valli but I fell in love with the drummer's voice
Always had such a crush on Gerry Polci. It didn’t matter that I was 11 years old when they recorded the song, lol.
Gerry seems like such a great guy! He has a sort of inner calm and kind aura about him. And he absolutely nailed the song! Stunning performance!
But the part that always gives me goosebumps is where the late great Don Ciccone sings "I felt a rush like a rolling ball of thunder..."
This song hit the charts just as I hit puberty in 1975 when I was 10yrs old.
I absolutely love this song. Everything about it, always makes me feel happy and love dancing to this one
The drummer was absolutely fated to sing this lyric..no one else could have quite delivered what his tone did.
Great song so many memories
I love the way his voice slides into the notes. I don't know of anyone else who sings quite like that.
I always liked this song given I was born in December, 1963.
As a child of the 70’s it’s one of those songs that just bring back good feelings like pictures bring back memories.
Thank you Judy, GerryBob, and the Four Seasons! One of the greatest songs ever! And, an unforgettable piano lick! Bravo!
I was 11 years old when this song hit the radio stations and I've been listening to it on and off ever since for 45 years... I had no idea it was about THAT!
I bought this and later played it at a party at my house on my last day of school ,the school was short of kids that day and police were called! 1976 , fantastic memories, fantastic tune!
Jerry perfected that song !!! I've listened to that song since I was 16 and Love It.....And Jerry is still good-lookin since the day he recorded it !!!! And I'm 55 now :) !!!!! Good luck to you guys!
Brilliant rhythm/song and lyrics... thanks to Judy, the vision all males have,
Gerry just has this spark and charisma besides his obvious world class drumming and wonderful voice!
I love this song, absolutely in the top 5 of all time. I remember when it would come on the radio as a kid and I would jump up and down. It has stood the test of time!
Gerry looks great , I absolutely love this song.
One of my most favorite songs. I still hyped every single time I hear it - thank you!
Fantastic band. Fantastic song. Such a great era in the history of music. 👍👍🇦🇺
Such a great song and the whole group just nailed it. One of my favorites.
A beautiful beautiful classic. I listen 🎧 to it again and again !!!!!Loving it from Kenya 🇰🇪!!!EastAfrica 🎸
I have LOVED this song & the melody since first hearing it as a little girl....I was born in 64 & I thought this came out when I was in grade school! We would hear it played on the radio on the bus rides home from school! (I always listened to lyrics...if I couldn’t hear them & If I could not hear the lyrics...then I never listened again to that type of music, when I had a choice!) I got very good vibes from this music & I have always been very, very sensitive to music! But I always seemed to know the meaning was beyond my experience, but I just loved it & I still do! So glad it was part of my experience growing up! ♥️ I agree...there was an innocence about it & I GOT that as a girl! I was innocent & the song really resonated with me as a child!
(On Feb 1st 2020, I just found out my biological father was a Lead Musician & Lead Guitarist from another band & found out sometimes he stil plays in the DC/Maryland area! Wish I had some of his talent, but nope! Just music appreciation! 🤷🏻♀️)
What a fantastic song! 3 great singers singing it as well!
This song is a coming-of-age story. It doesn't have to be sex. It could just as easily be a first kiss. it gives me the same vibe as Smashing Pumpkins - 1979.
was definately coming of age for me, not in a specifically sexy sense so much as "growing into music"
Greatest song ever written, thank you Judy Parker!
a song close to my heart, came home from boot camp Dec. 1963...4 of us went to a cat house in Joliet ILL....oh what a night..
A simply perfect song....the marriage of a catchy hook, infectious groove, and sumptuous harmonies, to go with lyrics that are so resonating and call upon individual nostalgia, instantly.
I put this up there with the Beegees," Too Much Heaven," as a perfect song, top to bottom.
Bonus points for having the vision to cast the drummer in the lead singing role.
Oh what a song, and one that still sounds just as good today as when it first came out. Just amazing and I love it!
One of the most eventful times of my life. Late December 1963. A great month for me! And therefore this is one of my favorite songs.
Oh my, what an incredible song! Takes me back to when I was just a boy and I loved it from the very first time I heard it!
My first record...a 45. Guess I had good taste as a child. :)
The Bass line is truly classic
a perfect pop song. all the melodies are good -- from bridge to chorus to backing parts.
OMG!! I have always loved LOVED this song and had no idea whatsoever that Frankie Valli did not sing lead vocals in Summer of 63 😳
Another great song with a great back story....
Late December back in '63 was when I was born.
You got Frankie Valli and you choose the drummer to sing lead? He nailed it!
NO!!!!!!!! What happened was that in 1974 Bob Gaudio had a NEW four seasons that was separate from Frankie Valli!!!! Valli had his own record contract then. The four seasons were going on their OWN!!!!!! Gerry Polci and Don Ciccone were to be the voice of the four seasons!!!!!!!! THAT"S WHY GERRY is on LEAD VOCALS!!!!!! Go buy the four seasons HELICON L.P. You will SEE what i am talking about!!!!!!!!
@@eugeneschulte4950 Frankie sang backup on the record.
@@broncodeviltexas He was a FOUR SEASON on the record.
@@broncodeviltexas Frankie Valli was in effect a "GUEST" on the four seasons records from 1975-1977. Look up FRANKIE VALLI on PRIVATE STOCK RECORDS, 1974-1978.
@@eugeneschulte4950 Frankie was part of the group. He sang lead on Who Loves You on the same album. The drummer sang more because of Valli's hearing loss.
Great song! Beautiful!
One of my favorites, why don't we have great music like this now!
Sweetest story told by some of the sweetest people, especially the drummer. Dreamy! 😍💋😍
It was great to see Frankie take a back seat on a song. It showed even he would submit to the logic of a great song.
So wonderful again, ty. I didn't know the lady was involved, keep going! This was a very important song for me as a teenager, ty again
Always loved that tune.....such great leads.
I love them both frankie and the drummer they complement each other man truly I loved that song back in the 70s in Adelaide south Australia I was 11 years old back then when that came out in the summer time it was a no1 hit in Australia for weeks
It's one of those songs that can brighten up a day -
always loved it, still do, always will!
Oh what a Song.
Epic.
I remember this song-reminds me of first grade 1976. Oh what a year!
Loved this song. I was a teenager with my first taste of freedom with my first Girlfriend when this came out. In the front bench set of my Ford Falcon we listened and sang this and other songs. We still do it today 40 plus years later. I’m a blessed man.✊
So you are saying that you married your first and only girlfriend? How cool.
Thorny Turtle Ranch Yes I married my GF from 10th grade and she’s kept me 😁 Like I said I’m blessed, when people ask I say I hit the Lottery over 40 years ago. The best Lottery. Hope you did the same or close to it.
Ford falcon I had a 1961 white Ford falcon with blue interior great car great car
Bonnie Newpane I’m not a car guy. I like a good running car with ac and a radio. I had enough 2k cars when we was raising our kids. But I’ve always turned my head and admired the Falcons I’ve seen over the years. Not many out there. You have a great day. 👋👋👋
Love these series of videos - really educating me on the genius of songwriters as well as the haphazard ways a classic comes together.
like others have said, " i kinda thought it ended much too soon" has a whole new meaning!
😂😂😂😂
Great story... great song... great lyrics. 👍
Great song...by the drummer no less. Wow.
A song of true genius in every way. Wonderful singing. I loved it when I was a kid in Baltimore, and I still love it.
I was in ninth grade when this song came out. I knew as soon as I heard it, it was going to number one.
Gerry's not "an accomplished singer"?? Seriously? He's amazing!
Yeah, that was a weird comment. I assume he meant that Gerry wasn't 'well known' at the time (which he wasn't). But man, he sure had the voice!
He just meant he hadn’t officially released or done anything note-able yet. Didn’t mean he wasn’t a “good” singer
Wasn't at the time he said
@@klangstrumI disagree, he had that flexible, sexy tenor that carried the tune perfectly.
Brilliant song!
Oh what a song.
This may have goofy lyrics but it really worked and became a classic.
What a fantastic song!!❤️❤️
that was a eureka moment, "Oh What A Night", a great song!
I am more than glad they did this song!
Really enjoyed that. Lovely - thanks guys! ❤️
You got Frankie Valli and you choose the drummer to sing lead? He nailed it!
A true classic. Stands the test of time. Didn't know the drummer sang the lead on it.
As a drummer, I approve.
Great song
Amazing track, as a edm producer, i loved it. Glad that I catched this interview before they pass away. Thank you. Thanks Gregg
Breaking some sexual barriers back then.
HELL, I want my 70s back!!
Yes!!! Another favorite!!
"Flappers flipping on the floor"? Now I really want to know what the original lyrics were.
oh my God how my seven-year-old self absolutely loved this song when it came out, I could never get enough of it I still feel that way
What a story on such a great song!!!! I believe the song December 1963 oh what a night was on the billboard chart for over 50 weeks due to its return in 1994. This makes it one of the longest running chart singles ever!!!! The 4 SEASONS are one of the greatest bands around and thanks for posting.
I never realized that this song was about a young mans experience with a woman. I just loved the song very much.
I LOVE your videos! More please 😁
Love this series and this is one of my faves in the whole series.
One of the best rock and roll great Melody great Groove wonderful song very underrated song
Jose Arriola is it underrated tho
GREAT GREAT SONG
This song always brings back some great memories. In late December of ‘63, I was a senior in high school, and had just turned 17. I had been going steady with a lovely young lady for many months. We had some wonderful times together. Young love! We, of course, ended up marrying other people as often happens. We still keep in touch. This song always brings a wonderful part of my past front and center.
Still a great song. RIP Judy Parker Gaudio.
First saw this song on TV at my aunt's house in about '76 or '77. I was about 11 or 12 and I was transfixed. Loved it then and have ever since. Gerry's vocal is SO solid and right for the song. It's an iconic 70s vocal implanted in our psychis. I'd call it a disco hit....... if 1974's Rock Your Baby was the 1st disco song 🤔😂
Billboard 100 hit for a full year
I love this SO much!