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Primrose Lane
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Wikipedia article
'"Primrose Lane"' is a song made famous by country music singer Jerry Wallace. Originally released in 1959, the song rose to number 8 on the 'Billboard' Hot 100. The song was ranked #47 on 'Billboard' magazine's 'Top Hot 100' songs of 1959.
Background
In the song, the singer appears to be serenading his love as they stroll down the street and claiming "life's a holiday" with her.
Chart performance
Cover versions
*"Supper-club Soul" singer O.C. Smith remade the song in 1970, scoring a modest hit. The record reached #86 pop, #4 Easy Listening on the Billboard charts.
Popular culture
*In 1971, "Primrose Lane" became the theme song of the ABC sitcom 'The Smith Family', sung by producer Don Fedderson's son, Mike Minor.
References
Category:1959 singles
Category:Jerry Wallace songs
Category:Songs written by Wayne Shanklin
Category:1959 songs
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