Shake Sherry
The Contours
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Shake, Sherry, shake (Shake, Sherry, woo) Shake, Sherry, shake (Shake, Sherry, woo) Shake, Sherry, shake (Shake, Sherry, shake) Mercy, mercy, you don't even see I'm in love with [unverified] But no one loves you as much as me So dance with me before you go And shake (Shake, Sherry, shake) Come on Sherry, won't you shake? (Shake, Sherry, shake) Shake, Sherry, shake (Shake, Sherry, shake) Well, now dance to the east (Hey, hey, dance to the east) Well, now dance to the west (Hey, hey, dance to the west) Well, now dance to the one (Hey, hey, dance to the one) That you love the best (You love the best) Is it me? (No) Is it me? (No) Is it me? (No) Is it me? (No) Me (No) Hey Shake, Sherry, shake (Shake, Sherry, shake) Shake, Sherry, shake (Shake, Sherry, shake) Come on, Sherry, shake Shake, Sherry, shake (Shake, Sherry, shake) (Shake, Sherry, shake) Shake, Sherry (Shake, Sherry, shake) Shake, Sherry (Shake, Sherry, shake) Shake, Sherry, shake Now listen, dance to the east (Hey, hey, dance to the east) Well, now dance to the west (Hey, hey, dance to the west) Well, now dance to the one (Hey, hey, dance to the one) That you love the best (You love the best) Is it me? (No) Is it me? (No) Is it me? (No) Is it me? (No) Me (No) Me (No) (Shake, Sherry, shake) Shake, Sherry (Shake, Sherry, shake) Shake, Sherry (Shake, Sherry, shake) Shake, Sherry (Shake, Sherry, shake) Shake, Sherry (Shake, Sherry, shake) Shake, Sherry (Shake, Sherry, shake) Shake, Sherry
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Written by: Berry Gordy, Jr.
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10 facts about this song
Band FormationThe Contours, the band that performs "Shake Sherry," is an American soul singing group that originated in Detroit, Michigan, during the late 1950s.
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Famous Record LabelThe record label for the song is Motown, one of the most influential labels in the history of the music industry, known for its success in the diversity of music genres.
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Release Year"Shake Sherry" was released in 1963 as part of the album "The Contours."
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SongwriterThe legendary Barry Gordy, the founder of the Motown record label, co-wrote "Shake Sherry."
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Chart PerformanceThe song did fairly well in the charts, reaching number 43 in the Billboard Pop Singles chart and number 21 in the Billboard R&B Singles chart.
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Unique Sound"Shake Sherry" showcases the raw, rough, and enthusiastic sound that The Contours were known for, distinguishing them from most of the other Motown acts.
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Band LineupDuring the recording of "Shake Sherry," the group consisted of Billy Gordon, Joe Billingslea, Hubert Johnson, Sylvester Potts, and Clarence Paul.
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StyleThe song is a high-energy and catchy dance number, typical of the Motown sound of its time.
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Impact"Shake Sherry" helped maintain The Contours' popularity after their biggest hit, "Do You Love Me," and remains a favorite among fans of the genre even today.
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Live Performances"Shake Sherry" has been included in various stage performances and concerts given by The Contours, showing its staying power in the band's active repertoire.
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