The scream
Eddie Cochran · Other Songs - Eddie Cochran
Sharon do the twist, do that fish Mary-Lou
Well Sheila do the pony and everybody scream
Peggy-Sue do the slop, Lucille do the bop
Donna-Donna do the dive, well everybody scream
It's something that has started way out in L.A.
It keeps on movin' through the U.S.A.
They do it down in Tennessee, on bandstands too
In Paris and in London and in Honolulu
Mary-Jane mashed patatoes
Now what you see is the locomotion
The hully-gully and the popeye, now everybody scream
And everybody scream
In New York City and in Boston too
Well it's the proper thing to do
In Detroit, Chicago and in Cleveland too
Well everybody's doin' it so why don't you
Pittsburg, New Orleans, Dallas, Portland
Philadelphia, Atlanta, Boston, New York
The Scream - Eddie Cochran
Eddie Cochran's 'The Scream' stands as a quintessential rock and roll anthem from the mid-1950s, capturing the raw energy and rebellious spirit of the era. Recorded with his signature driving rhythm and vocal delivery, the track exemplifies the genre's fusion of country roots and electric guitar innovation. As one of Cochran's most recognizable compositions, it reflects the cultural zeitgeist of teenage defiance and the burgeoning popularity of rock music. The song remains a staple of his discography, often featured in compilations that highlight his contributions to the genre's foundational sound. Its enduring appeal lies in its simple yet powerful structure, which has influenced countless subsequent artists across rock, pop, and country subgenres.