Hey Girl (Freddie Scott song)


"Hey Girl" is a song written and composed by Gerry Goffin and Carole King. It first became a popular Top ten hit on the Billboard Hot 100 in August, 1963 when recorded by Freddie Scott. Donny Osmond took the song back to the Billboard top ten chart with his remake in 1971. There have also been many other cover versions of this song, including a cover by Billy Joel in 1997.

Donny Osmond version

Background

released a version of this song on November 6, 1971. It reached No. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 on January 15, 1972. It was certified Gold by the RIAA on July 28, 1972.

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Freddie Scott version

Background

"Hey Girl" first became a hit for Freddie Scott in August,1963, peaking at number ten on both the Billboard Hot 100 pop singles and R&B charts.

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Billy Joel version

Background

recorded the song as part of the new material featured on his 1997 compilation album Greatest Hits Volume III. Jazz musician Everette Harp plays saxophone on the track.

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Other versions

Aside from the above-mentioned cover versions, "Hey Girl" has been remade by many artists.