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The Top Notes were an R&B vocal group, centered around the singers Derek Martin and Howard Guyton. They released a number of singles in the early 1960s, among which was the first recording of " Twist and Shout ", which was a hit when recorded by the Isley Brothers and later by the Beatles .
Twist and Shout. " Twist and Shout " is a 1961 song written by Phil Medley and Bert Berns (later credited as "Bert Russell"). It was originally recorded by the Top Notes, but it did not become a hit in the record charts until it was reworked by the Isley Brothers in 1962.
Explore The Top Notes's discography including top tracks, albums, and reviews. Learn all about The Top Notes on AllMusic.
Twist and Shout Lyrics. [Verse 1: Howard Guyton] Shake it up, a-baby. A-twist and a-shout. Now come on a-baby. And work it on out. A-work it on out, honey. Well, you look so good. You got a-me...
1. Hearts of Stone / The Basic Things. 1961. 3.17. 25. Always Late (Why Lead Me On) / Twist and Shout. 1961. 3.34. 8. Twist and Shout / Ookie Dookie. 1962 • The Top Notes / Leon Martin.
