One Summer Night – The Danleers
“One Summer Night” is a popular song recorded by the American doo-wop group, The Danleers. It was released in 1958 and became their most well-known and successful hit. The song was written by Danny Webb and produced by the group’s manager, William L. Smith.
The Danleers were a vocal quintet hailing from Brooklyn, New York. They formed in the mid-1950s and were known for their harmonious vocal arrangements and smooth style. “One Summer Night” was their debut single and quickly garnered attention, reaching number four on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1958.
The song captures the essence of a summer romance, with its romantic and nostalgic lyrics. The lead vocalist of The Danleers, Jimmy Weston, delivers a heartfelt performance, backed by the group’s harmonies. The song is notable for its catchy melody and doo-wop style, which was popular during that era.
“One Summer Night” remains an enduring classic of the doo-wop genre, and The Danleers’ rendition continues to be enjoyed by music enthusiasts. It has been covered by various artists over the years, further solidifying its place in music history.
Despite their initial success with “One Summer Night,” The Danleers struggled to replicate its commercial achievement with subsequent releases. They disbanded in the early 1960s, but their signature hit continues to be celebrated as a timeless gem from the golden era of doo-wop music.
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June 10, 2025 @ 4:37 pm
What a trip down memory lane, this song is one of my super teenage years favorite…takes me right back to that ” one summer night”…
July 12, 2023 @ 12:45 pm
This zapped me right back to the 60’s and those fabulous beach parties !!!! White Stone Beach in White Stone, Va was the place to be on Saturday nights in the summer. Thank you!!
April 20, 2021 @ 11:11 am
A song to bring back those Golden memories. Thank you NET HUGS!!
February 13, 2020 @ 4:00 pm
Can’t you hear Canada’s “Starlites” too ?? It’ s the 1950-’60’s and it must be from the renowned “Beacon” at the famous “Wasaga Beach”….the world’s longest fresh water beach.
May 10, 2018 @ 10:13 am
so very sweet and care free to live back in the ole days
May 8, 2018 @ 1:32 am
Somehow old songs bring back many pleasant memories- the drive-in movies, those diners, double dates, slow drag music all about teenage loves. The 50s, the 60s music are actually second to none.
September 22, 2017 @ 7:30 pm
I really like this oldie .. I’m usually listening to country music ..but I really enjoyed this song . thanks ..
October 7, 2016 @ 2:26 pm
I love this song and most all of the songs from back in the “GOOD OLD DAYS”. Many songs of today are so different, but sound good. However, give me the older songs, without a doubt, they take me back to the
” GOOD OLD DAYS”.
God Blessed all singers and gave them the ability to have such beautiful voices. Their musical voices are a gift from God, and a gift from God for us to enjoy listening to.
Mary