“MONY MONY” by BILLY IDOL

“Mony Mony” is a classic party song that was originally recorded by Tommy James and the Shondells (back in 1968). Although successful in its own right, it was Billy Idol’s version that really took North America by storm.

Idol’s rendition of “Mony Mony” gave rise to an interesting trend that encouraged his audience to chant vulgar language during the chorus. This custom led to the song being banned at many high-school dances across North America.

On this very day, November 27th 1987, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the provided link. From the album, “Don’t Stop”, here’s BILLY IDOL, with “MONY MONY”…