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    Why Do Fools Fall In Love

    Written by: F Lymon/ M Levy
    Produced by: Brian Wilson
    Recording date: January 7, 1964
    Take Number:
    Master Number: #51189
    Time: 2:01
    Lead Vocal by: Brian
    Originally appeared on: Shut Down Volume 2
    Subsequently appeared on: Spirit of America; Good Vibrations

    Notes:
      Originally a hit for Frankie Lymon and the Teenagers; this is an inspired cover incorporating some "Wall of Sound" techniques.
    Noises:
      1:02 Talking
      1:05 Talking
      1:12 Click, right channel only

      Single:

      Capitol 5118
      B-side with: Fun, Fun, Fun
      Released on: February 3, 1964
      Charted on:
      Reached: Did not chart








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