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He's a Rebel

The Crystals · 1962

50 min · 20 tracks · R&B

A vibrant blend of girl group harmonies and upbeat rhythms that capture youthful rebellion and romance.

He's a Rebel is an album by The Crystals, released in 1962. A vibrant blend of girl group harmonies and upbeat rhythms that capture youthful rebellion and romance. The album features the iconic title track, which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and became a defining song of the early 1960s pop scene. It is celebrated for its innovative production techniques and has been influential in shaping the sound of subsequent girl groups. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does He's a Rebel sound like?

A vibrant blend of girl group harmonies and upbeat rhythms that capture youthful rebellion and romance. Rooted in R&B.

What makes He's a Rebel by The Crystals notable?

The album features the iconic title track, which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and became a defining song of the early 1960s pop scene. It is celebrated for its innovative production techniques and has been influential in shaping the sound of subsequent girl groups. Released in January 1962, 'He's a Rebel' marked The Crystals' commercial breakthrough following their earlier hits. This album solidified their place in the burgeoning girl group movement, showcasing their unique sound produced by Phil Spector, who was rising to prominence in the music industry during this period.

How many songs are on He's a Rebel?

He's a Rebel has 20 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

Tracklist

20 tracks·50:11

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 He's a Rebel Standout 2:26
  • 2 Uptown 2:20
  • 3 Another Country - Another World 2:59
  • 4 Frankenstein Twist 2:52
  • 5 Oh Yeah, Maybe Baby 2:24
  • 6 He's Sure the Boy I Love 2:41
  • 7 Please Hurt Me 2:14
  • 8 Then He Kissed Me Standout 2:34
  • 9 Look in My Eyes 2:45
  • 10 Mashed Potato Time 2:25
  • 11 There's No Other (Like My Baby) 2:30
  • 12 On Broadway 2:19
  • 13 What a Nice Way to Turn Seventeen 2:39
  • 14 No One Ever Tells You 2:15
  • 15 He Hit Me (It Felt like a Kiss) 2:33
  • 16 I Love You Eddie 1:55
  • 17 Gee Whiz (Look at His Eyes) 2:44
  • 18 Da Doo Ron Ron Standout 2:13
  • 19 Little Boy 2:55
  • 20 All Grown Up 2:28

Release Date

January 1, 1962

Genre

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

50 min 11 sec