Eydie Gormé ft. Steve Lawrence - Go Away Little Girl Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally wrote the song "Go Away Little Girl"?

   "Go Away Little Girl" was written by Gerry Goffin and Carole King.

2. For whom was the song "Go Away Little Girl" originally intended?

   The song was originally intended for Bobby Vee, but producer Don Kirshner decided to give it to Steve Lawrence instead.

3. What controversy surrounded the song "Go Away Little Girl"?

   The song faced controversy as a columnist misinterpreted it as referring to a young girl and labeled it "sick," which led to public backlash and a negative impact on Steve Lawrence's career.

4. How did Steve Lawrence's musical career change after releasing "Go Away Little Girl"?

   After "Go Away Little Girl" became a #1 hit, Steve Lawrence's subsequent singles charted only in the mid-20s and 30s, which was a drop compared to his previous consistent Top 10 hits.

5. Who else had success with the song "Go Away Little Girl" after Steve Lawrence?

   The Happenings (US #12 in 1966) and Donny Osmond (US #1 in 1971) both had success with the song, with Osmond achieving the first single to hit the peak position by two different artists.

6. Was "Go Away Little Girl" ever adapted for UK charts?

   Yes, Mark Wynter's 1962 cover of "Go Away Little Girl" made the UK Singles Chart, reaching #6.