About the song
“Let’s Twist Again” is an iconic song that captures the exuberance and energy of the early 1960s dance craze. Written by Kal Mann and Dave Appell, and performed by the charismatic Chubby Checker, this track quickly became one of the biggest hit singles of 1961. Released as a follow-up to Checker’s groundbreaking hit “The Twist,” “Let’s Twist Again” climbed to number 8 on the U.S. Billboard pop chart and reached number 3 on the Cash Box chart in August of that year. Its infectious rhythm and catchy lyrics resonated with audiences, sparking a renewed enthusiasm for the Twist dance.
In the spring of 1962, “Let’s Twist Again” enjoyed further success in the United Kingdom, where it soared to number 2 on the charts. The song’s international appeal was evident, as Checker went on to record it in German, titled “Der Twist Beginnt,” and in Italian, as “Balliamo il Twist.” The global reach of “Let’s Twist Again” helped to solidify Checker’s status as a leading figure in the rock and roll movement.
The song’s influence extended beyond the dance floors and music charts. It earned Checker the 1962 Grammy Award for Best Rock & Roll Recording, a testament to its enduring impact on popular music. The energetic and joyful nature of “Let’s Twist Again” made it a cultural phenomenon, embodying the spirit of the early 60s and the excitement of the dance craze that swept across the world.
“Let’s Twist Again” also found its way into various media over the years. Notably, a sample of the German version “Der Twist Beginnt” was used by The Residents in their 1976 album “The Third Reich ‘n Roll,” showcasing the song’s versatility and lasting influence. More recently, “Let’s Twist Again” was featured on the soundtrack of the 2011 film “The Help,” introducing its infectious beat to a new generation of listeners.
Chubby Checker’s dynamic performance and the song’s vibrant melody make “Let’s Twist Again” a timeless classic. It continues to evoke the fun and excitement of its era, inviting everyone to get up and dance. The song’s enduring popularity is a tribute to its role in shaping the rock and roll genre and its ability to bring people together through the universal language of music and dance.
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Lyrics
Come on everybody clap your hands
Ah, you’re looking good
I’m gonna sing my song and you won’t take long
We’re gonna do the twist and it goes like this
Come on let’s twist again like we did last summer
Yeah, let’s twist again like we did last year
Do you remember when things were really hummin’?
Yeah, let’s twist again, twistin’ time is here
Round ‘n around ‘n up ‘n down we go again
Oh baby make me know you love me so and then
Twist again like we did last summer
Come on twist again, like we did last year
(Twist, yow)
Who’s that, flyin’ up there?
Is it a bird? No
Is it a plane? No
Is it the twister? Yeah
Yeah, twist again like we did last summer
Come on let’s twist again, like we did last year
Do you remember when things were really hummin’?
Come on let’s twist again, twistin’ time is here
Round ‘n around ‘n up ‘n down we go again
Oh baby make me know you love me so and then
Come on twist again like we did last summer
Girl, let’s twist again, like we did last year
Come on twist again, twistin’ time is here