You can't say enough how much this music means to us older folks who lived and grew up with it. At all the parties, kids would bring their latest 45's and it was always a great time for all. Thanks to all Doo Wop groups that made it happen.
Rest in peace Eugene Pitt. 🙏 1960 smashing hit (My True Story). Brooklyn born although several personnel changes Eugene kept his original 1960 hit My True Story song 🎵 that filled your soul and heart with memories ❤ as you sit and listen original recording and live performances Eugene always kept his signature hit close to his original recording. My True Story will never get old to listen. Enjoy the Late Great Eugene Pitt and his Jive Five.
Thanks for the friendship of 55 years, hangin`, recording sessions, gigs, the music and the bond, Sam. What memorable times, thanks for memories Eugene "Sampson" Pitt.
Oh what a voice!!! I grew up in late 60 and was into rock and soul. So a resturaunt I go to plays doo wop so the rest is history. If it sounds good, I listen.💖💝😘😘😘😘🥰😍
NO ONE AND I MEAN NO ONE CAN SING THIS LIKE EUGENE PITT. I LOVE HIS HIGH NOTES. WHAT A SINGER. MY TRUE STORY IS ONE OF THE BEST EVER. I COULD LISTEN TO EUGENE 24/7.
Schrooms73 Saw them in concert 2016 he was on a cane that night. My heart is broken didn't know about his passing, could you please give me some details about it.
Don't have much info, other that he died at 80 years of diabetes complications. Saw him in person a number of times also and always put on a great show. Thanks for your comments.
I was seven years old when this song was release. My sister was 12 years older then me. So alot of songs I remember because of her. This was one of my favorites. The Jive 5 still have the it factor they still sound good.Those were song that made you feel good. I miss those feelings.
'Her name was Sue, yes, His name was Earl, His love was Lorraine, she's a wonderful girl' On this day in 1961 {August 25th} the Jive Five performed "My True Story" on the Dick Clark ABC-TV weekday-afternoon program 'American Bandstand'... At the time the song was at #21 on Billboard's Hot Top 100 chart, three weeks later it would peak at #3 {for 2 weeks} and it spent 19 weeks on the Top 100... And on September 5th, 1961 it reached #1 {for 3 weeks} on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart... The Brooklyn, NY quintet had three other Top 100 records, "Never, Never" {#74 in 1961}, "What Time Is It?" {#67 in 1962}, and "I'm A Happy Man" {#36 in 1965}... Lead singer and founding member Eugene Pitt will celebrate his 80th birthday in three months on November 6th {2017}...
I have the original on a 45 and I've seen numerous renditions of the Jive Five singing My True Story -- but this rendition is without a doubt (at least IMO) the best one of all that I've seen. Eugene really gets down at the end that it gave me chills!
I love, love, love, those Jive FIVE , one of the best ole school groups still performing, remember the singing and harmonizing on the street corners back in the day, thats when singing was singing, and love was loving, thanks so much for the post and memories Mr. Schrooms u truly know your music, I enjoyed . 😉😉😀💕👍👍
Schrooms73 ....Thank you so much.This was excellent...I saw just watched one where he is much older but does not look it and the voice just keeps on going...tugging at the heartstrings....looks great as he grows older...Keep up the good work...Thanks
Mali B. Letchworth. 8. 12. 16. l love the oldies..Doo all..will never go out of styles. wish there were more..much more..oldies concerts,dances like there were once upon a time.. in Austin Texas. I love to dance(pretty good)..sing( not so good) Thank you for these beautiful songs,choreography...😄🙌👗👠👜🎤🎶🎤🎶
I married a man who was a friend of a man that LOVED me and I had no clue. He told his friend he was going to get me back -we married and remained married til DEATH.
IN MY OPINION GREATEST LEAD GROUP/LEAD OF THE 60'S. EVEN IN 2015 GENE STILL HAS IT, ANOTHER ONE WHO STILL CAN REACH THOSE NOTES IS TIMOTHY WILSON(TINY TIM AND THE HITS/WEDDING BELLS)
Eugene I met you at Ronnie Italianos wake, you were a real gentleman, miss you.🎼🎶👍❤️
You can't say enough how much this music means to us older folks who lived and grew up with it. At all the parties, kids would bring their latest 45's and it was always a great time for all. Thanks to all Doo Wop groups that made it happen.
Doug C o didn’t grow up with this but I lissnd 2 oldeez & it also holdz my soul,..
Rest in peace Eugene Pitt. 🙏 1960 smashing hit (My True Story). Brooklyn born although several personnel changes Eugene kept his original 1960 hit My True Story song 🎵 that filled your soul and heart with memories ❤ as you sit and listen original recording and live performances Eugene always kept his signature hit close to his original recording. My True Story will never get old to listen. Enjoy the Late Great Eugene Pitt and his Jive Five.
Miss you so much, hope the rest of the group is still singing the great songs you guys made.🎶🎼❤️👍👍😂
Great heartbreak song..
Thanks for the friendship of 55 years, hangin`, recording sessions, gigs, the music and the bond, Sam. What memorable times, thanks for memories Eugene "Sampson" Pitt.
Thank You Mr. Eugene Pitt & Jive 5🎙🎧🎤
From Algeria ... this tune is Fantastic. Thank You brother🥇🥇🥇
Oh what a voice!!! I grew up in late 60 and was into rock and soul. So a resturaunt I go to plays doo wop so the rest is history. If it sounds good, I listen.💖💝😘😘😘😘🥰😍
Today we lost one of the best, Mr Pitt...we all loved him. His Group. R&B. May he RIP.🌈
This music will never die. I listen to it constantly. Love this group
Jive Five, you truly are sensational. In person you are very, very, special to the musical industry. Keep it up, the public needs your music.
BEAUTIFUL - - HELLO FROM HOLLYWOOD JOE !
Great song. Brings back so many good memories. RIP Frank Pitt I miss you very much. Best dad in the world 😢
Outstanding. Mr. Neville did a good job on this, too.
I was THE JIVE FIVE in Staten Island in 1961
been listening to this song for over fifty years and it still moves me.
It doesn't get much better than this!
NO ONE AND I MEAN NO ONE CAN SING THIS LIKE EUGENE PITT. I LOVE HIS HIGH NOTES. WHAT A SINGER. MY TRUE STORY IS ONE OF THE BEST EVER. I COULD LISTEN TO EUGENE 24/7.
R.I.P. Eugene, Thanks for your great music.
Schrooms73
Saw them in concert 2016 he was on a cane that night. My heart is broken didn't know about his passing, could you please give me some details about it.
Don't have much info, other that he died at 80 years of diabetes complications. Saw him in person a number of times also and always put on a great show. Thanks for your comments.
YOUR DAD & BIRDIE 1974 😢"F" me up shattered me that moment .
We listened to the best back then.
RIP Gene Pitt! Just ward the news today. Thanks for the music and god bless your family and fans!
John
When did he pass, I didn't hear about it. Could you please give me the details. Saw them in concert 2016 he was on a cane.
One of my favorites… I adore this melody.🎩🗝🙏🏼🎶
I was seven years old when this song was release. My sister was 12 years older then me. So alot of songs I remember because of her. This was one of my favorites. The Jive 5 still have the it factor they still sound good.Those were song that made you feel good. I miss those feelings.
'Her name was Sue, yes, His name was Earl,
His love was Lorraine, she's a wonderful girl'
On this day in 1961 {August 25th} the Jive Five performed "My True Story" on the Dick Clark ABC-TV weekday-afternoon program 'American Bandstand'...
At the time the song was at #21 on Billboard's Hot Top 100 chart, three weeks later it would peak at #3 {for 2 weeks} and it spent 19 weeks on the Top 100...
And on September 5th, 1961 it reached #1 {for 3 weeks} on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart...
The Brooklyn, NY quintet had three other Top 100 records, "Never, Never" {#74 in 1961}, "What Time Is It?" {#67 in 1962}, and "I'm A Happy Man" {#36 in 1965}...
Lead singer and founding member Eugene Pitt will celebrate his 80th birthday in three months on November 6th {2017}...
GREATEST GROUP AND LEAD OF THE 60'S! EUGENE STILL HAS IT NOW IN 2017 TG
I have the original on a 45 and I've seen numerous renditions of the Jive Five singing My True Story -- but this rendition is without a doubt (at least IMO) the best one of all that I've seen. Eugene really gets down at the end that it gave me chills!
Beautiful harmony. I love Doo Wop. I can listen to Doo Wop all day. the words have so much meaning. Nothing like music in this day and time.
One sad-ass story which Jive Five made a winner.Great stuff for a lot of us.
this is the best rock and roll song ever...
The last 1 min. and 25 sec. on this song by Eugene Pitt just sends romance chills out!
Yes he did like he never got over it i can relate
It breaks my heart knowing Pitt is gone. What wonderful songs he left behind for us to forever enjoy. RIP
Superb performance of an incredible tune by one of THE greatest groups there ever was or will be.
la mejor etapa de mi vida y de mi hermano luis la vivi con esta musica gracias
I love this song, because I lost a girl to a friend, but GOD blessed me with a much better woman!
GUESS WE ALL HAVE HAD A "MY TRUE STORY". LOVE GENE PITT! NO ONE CAN SING THIS LIKE HIM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOVEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE
This song and performance is so beautiful and heartfelt, it still moves me and gives me a sad feeling in my gut. These guys are awesome.
I love, love, love, those Jive FIVE , one of the best ole school groups still performing, remember the singing and harmonizing on the street corners back in the day, thats when singing was singing, and love was loving, thanks so much for the post and memories Mr. Schrooms u truly know your music, I enjoyed . 😉😉😀💕👍👍
Ellen Reed forever and ever
Schrooms73 ....Thank you so much.This was excellent...I saw just watched one where he is much older but does not look it and the voice just keeps on going...tugging at the heartstrings....looks great as he grows older...Keep up the good work...Thanks
This is mucho nice Mr. Pitt you will be in our hearts for ever thank you for those lelodies.
Thanks very much.
one of the greatest songs ever!
Love u guys, so happy I was a part of yhat te.love sll your songd, oh my nz me I'd lorraine lol
Another great song by a great group.
Thanks Schrooms 73 for sharing this great song!!!
What a voice....love his music...💜💙💚
I love this song since i met it.
gene pitt a super talent.
Yes no question about that
Live and magnificent. It happened to me. No more tears, no more tears. . .
I love, love LOVE this song! Thank you for sharing! :)
I loved 45s. I miss them. Cd’s are not the answer to every thing....
Schrooms, You always find the best renditions to share. We are grateful to you!
Thank you Peter. It's appreciated.
FABULOUS. Sorry I didn't even know it existed till today when a dear friend sent the link. Thank you Miles!. Love Jayadev
God, I do love Doo Wop. Music for the ages.
This was a great song RIP Mr Pitts.
Miss you Eugene, think of you often.
Excellent video, great performance
miss you so much eugene pitt
Thanks Schrooms73 for sharing this great song. I luv this and "What Time Is It?"
You're welcome. Glad you enjoyed it.
OKIE DOKIE I did enjoy it!!!!!
Love...this is real music!
I love this song.
Ahhhh the music and the memories...Thank you!
What a classic!
EXCEPTIONAL !!!
Great song from the mid sixties, when I first heard it
Just great
Mali B. Letchworth. 8. 12. 16. l love the oldies..Doo all..will never go out of styles. wish there were more..much more..oldies concerts,dances like there were once upon a time.. in Austin Texas. I love to dance(pretty good)..sing( not so good) Thank you for these beautiful songs,choreography...😄🙌👗👠👜🎤🎶🎤🎶
When music was great.
I married a man who was a friend of a man that LOVED me and I had no clue. He told his friend he was going to get me back -we married and remained married til DEATH.
no me canso de escuchar esta cancion desde venezuela
The way music should be!
Old "Cool"... They still sound great.
Bellissimo!
Eugene Rocks !
my grandmother seen this group and got a picture with eugene pitt
Great tune
WoW that was seriously good!
thanks very much for posting.
Words could never express the love I feel for the music of the sixties. Thank you very much for making it possible . God bless you.
"WE ALL HAVE A TRUE STORY"💞
Beatrice Best...Gold Suit, far left. You will be missed!!! 💖
Class !!
Love It, the BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Signature doo wop performance by a band whose name will live forever.
IN MY OPINION GREATEST LEAD GROUP/LEAD OF THE 60'S. EVEN IN 2015 GENE STILL HAS IT, ANOTHER ONE WHO STILL CAN REACH THOSE NOTES IS TIMOTHY WILSON(TINY TIM AND THE HITS/WEDDING BELLS)
GREAT WHAT CAN I SAY
LIVE AWESOME SONG
We can always depend on this uploader Schrooms73 for posting the very best of the best ... and in sync, too!
This was a UGHA aka United In-Group Harmony production.
It get's no better than this.
Now I need a drink! :)
love it
Grandes!!!!!!
RIP Mr Pitt
This music told a story. Not today's bullshit
Ain,t it great!!!!
You're Welcome. Glad you enjoyed them.
@Cooper on my head Yep still kicking Still looking for good tunes.
The band is really dragging this! But the quality of the Eugene and the lads is still fantastic! Love this song sooo much! Thanks!
In 1961 at Woodrow Wilson JHS Clifton NJ, Who did you want to Dance with to this great, great song?
Mr Halpbern.
You are Welcome. Glad you enjoyed this.
Sue or Lorraine? I dont know, but this is my absolute favorite "do wop" song of ALL time!