Test 2 Songs Flashcards
Who wrote The Twist?
Chubby Checker
What is significant about the Twist?
It’s a dance. A black singer sang to a white audience.
Who wrote Will you love me tomorrow?
The Shirelles
What is significant about will you love me tomorrow?
About a one night stand. AABA[break]A
Who wrote I want to hold your hand?
The Beatles
What is significant about I want to hold your hand?
Beatles are all young boys. Wrote songs for America in mind.
Who sang Mr. Tambourine Man?
The Byrds
What is significant about Mr. Tambourine Man?
It was written by Bob Dylan. The Byrds did it as a cover.
Who wrote Good Vibrations?
The Beach Boys
What was significant about good vibrations?
It was unpredictable music - not like other pop songs in this time.
Who sang Fast Car?
Luke Combs
Tracy Chapman
What is significant about Fast Car?
Luke combs cover. White man singing a black woman’s song.
