1960 Top Ten Songs: Finger Poppin’ Time (#9)

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Oh, wasn’t 1960 a good year. I was born there. Despite that, there was lots of great music that year. I’m celebrating having turned 65 earlier this month with songs that are also turning 65 this year! Wonder if these songs got Medicare cards? Here’s today’s song for your dining and dancing pleasure. #9: Finger Poppin’ Time - Hank Ballad and the Midnighters Yeah, buddy!! And before you hit that “never heard of him” comment button (you have one automatically set up for my lists, don’t you? ), I PROMISE you that you’ve heard a song by him: Hank Ballard wrote “The Twist.” Come on, baby, let’s twist a celebration! In fact, Ballard’s recording was a top 30 hit before Chubby Checker became synonymous with the tune. There’s one thing for certain: Hank Ballard didn’t want anyone sitting still. His other major hit beside this one was another danceable number, “Let’s Go, Let’s Go, Let’s Go.” Needless to say, his contributions to everyone moving their glutes to the dismay of their parents earned him a spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. So much for someone you’ve never heard of. Finger Poppin’ Time Written by Hank Ballard Recorded by Hank Ballard and the Midnighters From Mr. Rhythm and Blues, 1960 Here comes Johnny and Bobby too: