How “Young Girl” Became a Hit for Gary Puckett & The Union Gap

About the Song 

“Young Girl” is a song by American pop group Gary Puckett & The Union Gap. It was written by Jerry Fuller and released in 1968 as the second single from their debut album, Gary Puckett & The Union Gap Featuring “Young Girl”. The song topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and reached number two on the UK Singles Chart.
The song is a pop ballad about a young man who is in love with a girl who is too young for him. The song’s lyrics are simple but effective, and the melody is catchy and memorable. The song’s distinctive sound is characterized by Puckett’s high-pitched vocals, the use of a harpsichord, and a string arrangement.

“Young Girl” has been covered by many artists over the years, including Donny Osmond, Michael Jackson, and The Beach Boys. The song remains a popular choice for weddings and other special occasions.
The song’s success can be attributed to a number of factors:

The song’s catchy melody and memorable lyrics
Puckett’s distinctive high-pitched vocals
The song’s appeal to a wide range of listeners
The song’s use in popular culture

“Young Girl” is a classic pop song that has stood the test of time. It is a song that is sure to continue to be enjoyed by listeners for many years to come.
Here are some additional details about the song:

The song was recorded in Los Angeles, California.
The song was produced by Jerry Fuller.
The song’s B-side was “I’m Losing You”.
The song was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number two on the UK Singles Chart.
The song has been covered by many artists, including Donny Osmond, Michael Jackson, and The Beach Boys.

Here are some interesting facts about the song:

The song was inspired by Fuller’s daughter, who was 16 years old at the time.
The song was originally recorded by The Beatles, but it was not released.
The song was featured in the 1968 film The Graduate.

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Lyrics: Young Girl 

Young girl
Get out of my mind
My love for you is way out of line
Better run, girl
You’re much too young, girl
With all the charms of a woman
You’ve kept the secret of your youth
You led me to believe you’re old enough
To give me Love
And now it hurts to know the truth
Whoa, oh, oh, young girl
Get out of my mind
My love for you is way out of line
Better run, girl
You’re much too young, girl
Beneath your perfume and make-up
You’re just a baby in disguise
And though you know that it’s wrong to be
Alone with me
That come on look is in your eyes
Whoa, oh, oh, young girl
Get out of my mind
My love for you is way out of line
Better run, girl
You’re much too young, girl
So hurry home to your mama
I’m sure she wonders where you are
Get out of here before I have the time
To change my mind
‘Cause I’m afraid we’ll go too far
Whoa, oh, oh, young girl
Get out of my mind
My love for you is way out of line
Better run, girl
You’re much too young, girl
Young girl
Get out of my mind
My love for you is way out of line
Better run, girl
You’re much too young, girl
Young girl
Get out of my mind
My love for you

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