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The Coasters - Yakety Yak

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Product Details
  • Artist The Coasters
  • Title Yakety Yak
  • Label London Records
  • Catalogue No 45-HL-E. 8665
  • Format 7''
  • Genre 60's Beat Big Beat Pop
  • Media Condition Very Good Plus (VG+)
  • Sleeve Condition Generic
Description

Year Released: 1958 (Single, also on various compilations)
Genre: Doo-Wop, R&B, Novelty Song.
Detailed Description Containing Key Facts: "Yakety Yak" is a classic novelty song and a landmark in doo-wop and R&B by the American vocal group The Coasters, released in 1958. Written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, the song is renowned for its humorous lyrics, depicting a teenage son's comedic complaints about household chores and his parents' demands. Musically, it features a lively, upbeat rhythm, a prominent saxophone solo (the "yakety sax" that gives the song its name), and the Coasters' distinctive call-and-response vocal harmonies. Its playful storytelling and infectious rhythm made it a significant pop and R&B hit, solidifying the Coasters' reputation for witty and engaging records.