"Dancin' Party" is a song written by Kal Mann and Dave Appell and performed by Chubby Checker.Chubby Checker, "Dancin' Party" Single Release Retrieved May 2, 2023 In 1962, the track reached No. 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 19 on the Canadian and UK Singles Charts.Chubby Checker, "Dancin' Party" Chart Position Retrieved May 2, 2023
It was featured on his 1963 compilation album, Chubby Checker's Biggest Hits.Chubby Checker, Chubby Checker's Biggest Hits Retrieved May 2, 2023
In 1963, Gary U.S. Bonds filed a $100,000 lawsuit against Checker, claiming that Checker stole "Quarter to Three" and turned it into "Dancin' Party." The lawsuit was later settled out of court.
Other versions Claudine Clark released a version on her 1962 album, Party Lights.Claudine Clark, Party Lights Retrieved May 2, 2023 Showaddywaddy released a version as a single in 1977 which reached No. 4 on the UK Singles Chart.Showaddywaddy, "Dancin' Party" Chart Position Retrieved May 2, 2023
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