About the artist
The Angels were an American girl group from New Jersey, best known for their 1963 hit single "My Boyfriend's Back." Composed of sisters Barbara and Phyllis Allbut and Linda Jankowski, the group emerged during the golden age of the girl group sound in the early 1960s. Their music often blended pop, rock and roll, and doo-wop influences, characterized by tight harmonies and catchy melodies. While they had other minor hits, "My Boyfriend's Back" remains their signature song and a quintessential example of the era's sound.
About this song
My Boyfriend's Back" is a classic example of the early 1960s girl group sound, blending elements of pop, rock and roll, and doo-wop. Released in 1963, the song tells a defiant story of a girl warning other girls that her boyfriend has returned and will protect her from their advances. Its catchy melody, strong lead vocal, and memorable backing harmonies propelled it to number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song's narrative and musical style perfectly captured the youthful spirit and dramatic flair characteristic of the era's popular music.