The Tokens – Monkey Vendor
About the song Background While “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” is arguably The Tokens’ most famous song, “Monkey Vendor” was a B-side to their 1961 single “Ain’t That a Shame.” It’s…
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The Tokens – He’s in Town
About the song Background: Released in 1964 by The Tokens, an American doo-wop group. Songwriters: Gerry Goffin and Carole King, a successful songwriting duo of the era. The Tokens’ version…
The Tokens – Life Is But A Dream
About the song Background: Released in 1963 (though some sources say 1966 on the album “The Tokens Again”) Not one of The Tokens’ biggest hits, but a well-regarded song among…
The Tokens – Portrait of My Love
About the song Background: Released in 1967 as a cover song. Originally written by Cyril Ornadell and Norman Newell. The Tokens’ version was a revival of a hit by Steve…
The Tokens – I Love My Baby
About the song Background of “I Love My Baby” by The Tokens While not as well-known as their earlier hit “Tonight I Fell in Love” (1961), “I Love My Baby”…
The Tokens – I Hear Trumpets Blow
About the song Emerging from the vibrant doo-wop era of the 1950s, The Tokens established themselves as a vocal powerhouse with their harmonious blend of rich baritone and soaring tenor…
The Tokens – Tonight I Fell in Love
About the song Cruising down memory lane of American music, we arrive at the golden age of doo-wop, a vocal style characterized by tight harmonies, street corner serenades, and a…
The Tokens – The Lion Sleeps Tonight
About the song The Tokens and the Unforgettable “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” The music industry has seen countless groups and bands emerge and leave their mark on the world. One…