Crystal Blue Persuasion
Tommy James And the Shondells · Anthology [1989]
The sun is a-risin' most definitely
A new day is comin' people are changin'
Ain't it beautiful crystal blue persuasion
Better get ready gonna see the light
Love, love is the answer and that's all right
So don't you give up now so easy to find
Just look to your soul and open your mind
Crystal blue persuasion, mm-hmm
It's a new vibration
Crystal blue persuasion, crystal
Blue persuasion
Maybe tomorrow when He looks down
Every green field and every town
All of his children every nation
There'll be peace and good brotherhood
Crystal blue persuasion
Crystal blue persuasion.....
Crystal Blue Persuasion
Tommy James and the Shondells' 1968 hit "Crystal Blue Persuasion" stands as a defining anthem of the surf rock era. Recorded in a distinctive, upbeat style that blends rock and roll with surf influences, the track captures the carefree spirit of California youth culture. Its infectious rhythm and memorable melody propelled it to number one on the Billboard Hot 100, making it one of the most recognizable songs of the late 1960s. The recording features a signature guitar riff that became synonymous with the genre, influencing countless subsequent artists across rock and pop. While the song's lyrics tell a story of romantic temptation, its enduring legacy lies in its sonic energy and its role as a cultural touchstone for the summer of 1968.