Johnny Tillotson - Talk Back Trembling Lips

Johnny Tillotson's artistic ability and energetic personality consistently delight audiences of all age groups.
He was born in Jacksonville, Florida but, at nine years old, he was given the responsibility to take care of his grandmother in Palatka, Florida, some 50 miles away. He traveled back to Jacksonville to be with his parents each summer. It was at this early age that he decided to be a singer and with the encouragement of his Mother and Grandmother, Johnny began to perform at local functions and on the radio. By the time he entered Palatka Sr. High School, he had quite a reputation as a talented singer throughout the state of Florida.
His first television appearance was as a guest on the "Toby Dowdy Show". Johnny's performance produced a steady stream of fan mail and resulted in a three year contract as a regular on the country-oriented show. When the "Toby Dowdy Show" went off the air, Johnny had the opportunity to do his own show. He successfully juggled his weekly TV show and his studies at the University of Florida until graduation.
It was during these years that Johnny began writing songs. In 1957, a local D.J. submitted a tape of Johnny's singing to the National Pet Milk Talent Contest. Johnny was chosen as one of the 6 national winners from this tape, which afforded him the opportunity to perform on WSM radio in Nashville, Tennessee,where he was to receive his biggest break. Miss Lee Rosenberg, a Nashville music publisher, was so impressed with Johnny, she took his tape to Archie Bleyer. Archie was the owner of Cadence Records and the force behind much of the success of The Everly Brothers, Andy Williams, 'the Chordettes' and many other artists.
While Johnny was finishing his studies at the University of Florida, (He graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Journalism and Communications in 1959), Archie recorded Johnny singing his own composition "Dreamy Eyes". This song went to the top of the charts in Florida and many other parts of the country, which proved to Archie that Johnny had what it took to sell records. He invited Johnny to move to New York City immediately upon graduating from college. This was the start of a string of chart records, "Poetry In Motion", "It Keeps Right On A Hurtin", "Without You", "Send Me The Pillow That You Dream On" and many more. It was "It Keeps Right On A Hurtin", one of Johnny's own compositions, which brought Johnny his first Grammy nomination along with the distinction of becoming one of the first "cross-over" artists. This established Johnny as a country-pop star. The song went on to be recorded by 108 artists including Elvis Presley and, most recently, it became a #l selling country hit by Billy Joe Royal.
With 18 Chart records to his credit, he moved to M.G.M Records where his first release, "Talk Back Trembling Lips", was a huge success. This was followed by another 8 chart records including "Heartaches By The Number", which gave Johnny his second Grammy nomination for Best Vocal Performance. He also recorded the popular hit theme song for the T.V. show "Gidget" (1965), starring Sally Field. His other hits included "She Understands Me", "Worry", and "You're The Reason". These hits and his endearing personality and stage presence have enabled Johnny to have a very successful concert career, entertaining audiences all over the world.
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[@empiremack]

It's a shame today's generation could never appreciate classics like this gem

[@Joshua69th]

I'm 15 and I do

[@GUNSnBACON318]

Thank goodness for KZbin.

[@colleenlattin3009]

So many beautiful songs like this from the past!!❤

[@5ary]

I do

[@johnnymac8680]

From my favourite era for popular music, 1955-63.

[@cheryldaniels7829]

He's such a decent guy grew up taking care of his grandmother who taught him to be well mannered.

[@kellyfuller6903]

Hello Cheryl, How are you doing

[@danielrutt3153]

My grandma used to love songs like this... Espcially this one... But 2 years ago she died from cancer...R.I.P LOVE YOU GRAMMY!!!!

[@michaelvozzella8917]

Born in 1958 and still listen to an a.m. radio station that plays music the way it was when music was music. today's music sucks. too much screaming and swearing. no beat. no theme to songs. Since I own a bowling alley, I can honestly say: press my reset button also!

[@jhardy133]

Born in 1946, I must've sung this song to myself a million times.

[@johnnymac8680]

I was singing this song on the bus this morning, July 10, 2024.

[@johndowney4461]

Born in 56 love the music we had Still remember mom holding me in her arms dancing to this music while she cleaned the floor

[@luvzcatz]

I use to listen to Johnny all the time. You can understand what he is singing, not like todays music!

[@laurenbornemann8996]

So called "music." 🙄

[@Judy-zr4ck]

I got to meet him when I was 14yo. He is the most wonderful person. I'm 71 and still listening. Love his music and him. One of my favorites I RISE,I FALL

[@deborahvelez102]

You're so lucky.

[@davislouis212]

Simple music can make you sing simple hug can make you feel better simple things can make you happy. I hope my simple Hello brings smile to your face.

[@1940limited]

Imagine an artist recording a song like this today in our age of quick and dirty electronically generated music. When you think about how much went into a 2-1/2 minute pop tune back in the 60s, full orchestration, words you could understand, it's head and shoulders above today's stuff Thanks for posting!

[@christinevicker9017]

So very true wot u say we live in a sadder world music wise today

[@suzettebavier4412]

So True‼ 🤜🤛 👍

[@adotintheshark4848]

rehearsing over and over again

[@murraywood7480]

Totally agree with your wonderful comments . Simplicity in the form of a wonderful singing voice/talent/ presentation/ wonderful presentation along with a simple orchestral backing , pure talent. So much better than the garbage churned out today . Can you imagine the 'artists' of these days being asked to do this Mmm. me thinks not ! Peggy Wood (Aotearoa)

[@betsyheimbuch]

I love his back up musicians - they are not only talented but unique. I have watched the way some of them play & it's different than today's junk.

[@difa2ol]

How could I have nearly forgotten Johnny Tillotson? Many thanks for all the memories his songs have brought back!

[@harryfollick931]

"Talk Back trembling Lips" is one of quite a few excellent works done by JT. His voice is great for love songs and those songs have a story or message . One of the great performers of the American era in pop music.

[@adotintheshark4848]

Pretty good country singer too

[@murraywood7480]

Well said, totally agree.. Peggy Wood (Aotearoa)

[@kekipeatokeki]

50s. 60s and 70s are the years of greatest music of all times.

[@barbikelly9143]

You will never get an argument from me about your comment:)

[@ellenthorne1168]

I agree with you but I admit that one or two from the later years have slipped through don't know why. Love Dance The Night Away by The Mavericks

[@rhondaboncutter5812]

You are so right! These were great times for music!

[@rhondaboncutter5812]

Amen! The best!

[@rhondaboncutter5812]

Yeah, they sure were! I stay up so late at night just to listen to all the good oldies!

[@donavard135]

Whenever I listen to any of these old country classics they put me in a better place.

[@jonnndoe8538]

Better times for me too. From Jerry Bast

[@christinevicker9017]

U r so rite johnny at his best

[@clath2823]

It’s funny because I absolutely loathe modern country music but the old stuff is absolutely incredible.

[@jameseast7966]

Mr Tillotson was a major crossover artist.

[@dianemiller8969]

My mom got me hooked on this man, Johnny Tillotson, while growing up. He is a great singer and I love this song!! Oh.. and I think he is so cute!!

[@deborahvelez102]

Me too! ❤️❤️❤️

[@sandralindley6016]

There were 3 singers/groups I would make the 4-5 hour drive from California to Las Vegas to see … Elvis, The Oak Ridge Boys, and Johnny Tillotson. Fantastic shows!

[@whattever4]

Take away computers cell phones, all the high tech stuff of today and give me back my 1965 falcon and my radio--and Johnny of course!! Still love this man!

[@MikeJones-kr6ig]

Lin Lou I agree! I grew up in the 50's & 60's! Fun times! The Best music!!!

[@rhondaboncutter5812]

Back in the Real Day was the best! Love when I grew up!

[@jaricajohnso4567]

There is no other music like this music. This stuff they call country music is terrible I don't care for the music of this eria

[@Mike8981]

You can still buy that old stuff - its available on Ebay! It's ironic that you are using fantastic modern technology to listen to this!

[@annamartin4502]

Johnny was among the greatest singers of my time. The music of the 50s & 60s was the best. I switched to country music in the early 70s.

[@josephkane2852]

This one of Johnny Tillotsons best ever singles

[@christinevicker9017]

I agree with u

[@sarahnewcomb738]

Me tooo...

[@steventeague6194]

BORN 1949...THIS IS THE MUSIC I GREW UP WITH......I FEEL SORRY FOR THE PEOPLE THAT LISTEN TO THE CRAP THEY HAVE NOWADAYS

[@clancypatrick4711]

Steven Teague amen.

[@Albensav]

Same year, same sentiment.

[@neenkey2988]

I was born in 1949 too. I love to sit and listen to these songs and I also try to get my Grandson on board. I just bought him an IPOD. He has a lot of songs in his Itunes account, but nothing like these songs from the 60's. He does like Blake Shelton. He seldom listens to his music now, too involved on his IPAD listening to KZbin and watching KZbin videos. He is 8 years old. I had a transistor radio back when I was 8, burning up batteries while listening to my kind of great music back in the day.

[@steventeague6194]

Johnny Tillotson, Sonny James, Ben E. King and so on...This was real music....WHAT HAPPEN ????????????

[@mr.warmth1511]

me too born in 44

[@Angel9912221]

He was a great singer from back in the early 60's. He had super hits which you cannot find today. Thank you Johnny!!.

[@davislouis212]

Simple music can make you sing simple hug can make you feel better simple things can make you happy. I hope my simple Hello brings smile to your face.

[@virginiabecker4694]

He still is. He just cut a song bill anderson wrote back then called "get a little dirt on your hands". Still has that smothering voice❤

[@carlbaxley7362]

Back in 1962 my girlfriend was friends with Johnny Tillotson,,now every time i hear him i think of Linda Tyson ,after all those years !

[@john52952]

I Miss those days. So many wonderful music came out back then!

[@autaj]

It's 2024, and I am still enjoying this song ❤❤❤

[@geraldorford8836]

Old time country music is the only country music I listen to.

[@MariaVanDongen-ny9cm]

Love Johnny alaways have

[@rhondaboncutter5812]

Haven't heard this in years! Love his voice!

[@johnsmithSongbird]

I was born 1953 I well recall this song And send me the pillow Memory lane is full of old songs if you loved the

[@sallyb1953]

I love listening to the old songs. Brings back so many memories.

[@michillene]

He has such a beautiful voice.Love this song.

[@carolyndeyo5019]

There never will be another johnny t, ever, that was the good times❤

[@patriciafraser5657]

Did you ever hear him sing the song, Another YOU? It was on the album I had. You can probably Google it. I love that song.

[@delorestidwell2295]

I AM VERLIN AND I LIVED THROUGH THE 60'S AND I WOULD HIT THE RESET BUTTON IN A HEART BEAT

[@John1948SevenD]

I would too Verlin. And I would have even more fun knowing what I know now!

[@marleneham2123]

ME TOO.

[@13lonewolfe]

+Delores Tidwell me too. I figure I survived the 60's. Navy 66-70. Nam 67-68. even with all that going on, i'd hit the reset button if I could find it. bless you and your family.

[@Cissy2cute]

+Delores Tidwell Amen to that! If only we could climb in that time machine....

[@FlyboyLWB]

+Delores Tidwell ME TOO

[@trinawargo5298]

love his music , one of my old time favorites singers . never get tired of hearing his songs .

[@DeborahVelez-me2rv]

Ditto. Love Johnny! ❤️

[@tommymitchell2935]

Same here

[@randy7003]

The era of crying in your beer music, I love em!

[@Mitsy-io2ys]

Wow... cute and sweet vocals ♡ why can't music today sound like this anymore? These songs back then had meanings. Golden classics, best era for music hands down!

[@37rainman]

There still is good music being produced, It just will never get onto the typical "country music" radio station. I listened to real country music starting in about63 when 12 yrs old. It was absolutely magical. It sent shivers up your spine. Today, the worst torture would be to put me in a room and force me to listen to modern country music indefinitely. It has changed that much. Why the change? These are far different times. One small reason might be that most of these singers from those earlier years learned to sing in church. Think about that fact, and (all it implies) for a while.

[@ddarkshark]

37rainman the awesome influence of GOD is what methinx.

[@ddarkshark]

He created free will...that's what ....no 'ifs' about it!

[@ronpolo]

Everyone needs to stop complaining about todays music. Every generation has their own special 'sound'. Don't insult others because you are stuck in the past.

[@davidwareham104]

Roberta Mitsy because country music died in the 80s

[@Penny-l7i]

Someone has to be with me my kids are all working or out of town❤🎉

[@perrywinkle8183]

The Black Saddle Bar in Oakland, CA. 1960s. The house band nailed this and tons of songs that are now Country Classics.

[@velikovskysghost]

I never grow tired of this song and many others by Johnny Tillotson. I can still do this word for word and in his voice. My close friend, the late Alton (Al) Hendrickson did the guitar for this one, and countless others as 1st studio guitarist in Hollywood for over 40 years.

[@TheWaterbug101]

It is a good song and it brings back memories. I would also give a thumbs up, but it won't work for me any more since KZbin denied me that feature. Supposedly, I gave too many thumbs up.

[@davidwiner8571]

Wow I've been listening to this song for about 60 years

[@BlondeNordic]

I kinda miss these days when the singer actually had to know how to sing instead of using auto tune. :).

[@rhondaboncutter5812]

Those were the best years of music! Miss them! Loved when I grew up!

[@susanmandeville693]

Or that you could understand the lyrics without having to google them!

[@URDESPORTS]

Agreed

[@UriahD85]

Mind you Top of the Pops was major lip-synced.

[@hollilynnlong1075]

I could not have said that any better.I grew up on old country. And it still holds a special place in my heart.Hank Williams..I'm so lonesome. And too many to name. I listen to them every Saturday. As I break out the pine sol and deep clean. Old habits die hard. Because I won't let them ..lol. Have a great day, and God bless you !

[@isabellelevy-banchereau3271]

Merci pour ce partage en live Johnny Tillotson est vraiment un grand chanteur. Superbe chanson de 1964 Très agréable à écouter

[@davislouis212]

Simple music can make you sing simple hug can make you feel better simple things can make you happier. I hope my simple Hello brings smile to your face.

[@betsyheimbuch]

These were the ultimate love songs. You can hear the words, great melody, can dance to.

[@dianefiske-foy4717]

One of my favorite pop/country singers in the 1960’s. My mom’s too.

[@mrshaboom1]

me 2

[@1954jer]

i was born in 54 & cant remember not hearing this tune on the radio

[@Cissy2cute]

Yes, I was so young but I can remember my father playing the radio in the car and this was sooo popular. Oh, the memories.

[@rhondaboncutter5812]

I was born in 53 and have loved these songs all of my life! Music today is good, but does not have their hearts into it!

[@DeSoccerRefMan]

Good stuff for sure. The "music" of today can't hold a candle to songs which one could understand and sing along with.

[@allenmurray7893]

He is a great singer and this is one of his best. It is hard to pick the best version; this or the original by Ernest Ashworth. They are both excellent.

[@davislouis212]

Simple music can make you sing simple hug can make you feel better simple things can make you happy. I hope my simple Hello brings smile to your face.

[@DeborahVelez-me2rv]

Johnny hands down!

[@MrChaney4]

This guy put out some beautiful songs. Thank you for posting his best.

[@1952koenig]

TOLLER SÄNGER UND KOMPONIST!!! ER HATTE EINIGE GROßE HITS!!! DAUMEN HOCH!!!!

[@Baskerville22]

Another great composition by John D. Loudermilk

[@larrynapier5003]

I fell in love with music as a little boy and by high school I knew music was going to be my obsession ! I haven’t heard this song in a long time !

[@MrGm9018]

What a great entertainer.Part of my life growing up.

[@John1948SevenD]

Best time ever to grow up. I'd hit the reset and do it all over if I could!

[@DRGAS339]

how can any one hate this song and music is beyond me

[@DRGAS339]

classic country sadly we don't have talent like this any more

[@msredboot7]

+tampicokid aww but you are so wrong, I love love love new country,,,,but i still will listen to this and love love love it too!! I have room in my heart for both!

[@msredboot7]

+tampicokid lol, not sure what you mean, but i have a heart way bigger than the average Texan, lots of room to love♥

[@allenkreymborg7492]

+tampicokid the new its shit !

[@allenkreymborg7492]

+msred boot come on it has no melodie , it just dadadadadadfa

[@Indybluesdrummer]

I played a show with Johnny and Paul and Paula back in 1963 with our band The Seventeens - at Evansville, Indiana.. Johnny Tillotson was an awesome entertainer.. It would be nice to go back to those days....

[@stevenmoore9128]

+Bill Smith Bill, you were so very fortunate. We can't go back but we can cherish our memories, can't we!

[@johnnymac8680]

This was a big US hit for Johnny in 1963. One of his best.

[@RandyLathamSr-nh3tc]

Great song,nice voice, great entertainer Mr. Johnny Tillotson Thanks.

[@dannyrobins9412]

i was born in 1965 i was brought up on this music, thank you.

[@LynnVanDoorselaere]

Lovely couple - nice song - so cute

[@glenmcgregor3366]

John I get the feeling that we are from the same age. I'm 1946, We got to listen and share some of the best music this old world has ever heard. The kids now days don'tknow what they are missing. Keep on playing 'em and I'll keep listenin'. Great work.

[@TheStephenheath]

i from 1949 the music had meaning /a story to tell and you could sing along or where nobody could hear you hahaha very good times

[@rhondaboncutter5812]

I remember this from my childhood! Love this and all of his songs!

[@wolfedavid3700]

johnny was at fort jackson s.c. when he recorded this classic..............a friend of mine knew him then..........

[@Alexis5293]

This dang song is so catchy I wake up with song stuck in my head on repeat.

[@deborahvelez102]

Love you Johnny! 😍😍😍😍😍

[@barnsbarns420]

Born 1989 and i like this kind of music, by the way both of us were born April 20… 😉

[@chuckthompson8816]

The best of johnny tillotson

[@gloriawhittam6802]

Great song from 1964!!!

[@fiddlefaddle21]

I loved this guy and that song was so popular - why did we lose all these excellent artists - damn!!!

[@patrickduffy8514]

I had a crush on this guy when I was a kid love him still love him 70 years later ❤❤

[@davidwiner8571]

I used to go cruising with friends and listen to this kinda music .miss those days

[@marlenesullivan3113]

Beautiful Voice Beautiful Song..💕

[@ginnybagwell1580]

You can see how much he enjoys singing. He's the best singer. Music I have lived thru. Wish I could do it again. I'm glad there was so much good music then.

[@cjdmiracle]

His eyes are so delicate this is a very musical and spiritual man. A jewel.

[@margeware1656]

I love listening to the old classic country songs

[@geoffreyswan7866]

Is he not one of the greatest singers of his reign Such passion and sincerity in his words Love that era

[@lenaandersson7270]

Lovely Johnny....So many memories🎵🎶🎼📻 LOVE THIS one

[@gloriaanstine9289]

❤I love the old music and Johnny has a beautiful voice ❤

[@bobjlv]

I used to drive to Palatka all the time, worked in a little town called Salt Springs, FL. If I would have known then..that Johnny lived there, I'd have at least tried to look him up. I met him at the MGM in Las Vegas back in the early 70s, even got my picture taken with him.

[@lillyanna5342]

My grandmother loves this song!!!! Keep up the great work

[@trevanji]

I could well be wrong.....but it seems to me that bei g a woman was a lovely thing to be in this era when men seemed to cherish their intended. Song lyrics were magical, conveying respect and unconditional love.

[@bonniedoty2292]

Listening again to Johnny...great singer and wow...so cute!

[@jennifergriffithe118]

Gosh, yes. The songs were better, even the men were better looking then.

[@bonniedoty2292]

He still sings but I don't know if he records or not. I didn't know about him until youtube posted his songs. I really like him too..even my husband says he is a good singer and he usually only listens to music when I ask him to listen.

[@jennifergriffithe118]

Johnnie Tillotoson is good. Another one: Bobby Vee, Run To Him. Makes me think that I was born too late. Where ARE these men today. :-)

[@leno364]

Jennifer Griffithe In retirement homes.

[@barbikelly9143]

Len O If not in their graves.

[@sistersmileyvibes5551]

Beautiful... been listening to this stuff my whole life...and I'm not even thirty...

[@christinevicker9017]

Gees great RI c someone u age enjoying this music good on u

[@kyleethekelt]

@@christinevicker9017 Yep, I'm 55 now but I also came to this music as a teenager. It's classic and almost universally appealing - from the era when everyone who recorded could genuinely sing without the aid of horrible pitch correction technology.

[@ThePorchpicker]

I ran into Johnny at Disneyland last week with his family. He was very gracious and friendly as can be. Great singer!

[@commenteroftruth9790]

Really???

[@deborahvelez102]

I'm so jealous that you were with him. I would give anything to meet him. 😞🙏

[@wanderer299a]

@@deborahvelez102 it can be arranged.....

[@robertgelpke9003]

He was a special singer and will not be forgotten.

[@barbaramellen303]

Sometimes you just have to return to simpler times where listening to music was the only thing on your mind and life was good. Not so much anymore.

[@marythompson5458]

This Is Time When Music Was Beautiful Johnny Voice Was Lovely Rip

[@suseeudumalagala2344]

I grew up with your songs what a delight to listen for ever and ever.

[@trailboyus66]

Along with Skeeter Davis Johnny Tillotson was co founder of country-rock. So many of his songs were cross over country....

[@kathleenveronica9453]

keep up your great work I Love your music it is the best in the world I love it so much 👪 💜 ❤️ 💗 💕 💖 👪 💜 ❤️ 💗 💕 💖 👪 💜 ❤️ 💗 💕 💖 👪 💜 ❤️ 💗 💕 💖 👪 💜 ❤️ 💗 💕 💖 👪 💜 ❤️

[@chrstnclmn28]

I have not heard this for many years, i use to have this on plastic, well before cd's...you have done a good job putting this on...thank you.

[@kellyfuller6903]

Hello Christine, How are you doing?

[@mhenry7962]

I wonder if you meant 'vinyl' instead of 'plastic'?

[@glendrewry5931]

My Mother use to love this song, Miss ya Mom,

[@Waggytoon]

While Johnny Tillotson had this hit on the Hot 100 pop chart, a year earlier Ernest Ashworth hit #1 on the Hot Country Tracks chart with this song.

[@cmsdude2222]

Another Johnny Tillotson favorite. God wouldn't I like to be able to go back to the first time I heard this one.

[@brendahowell6242]

love this song, great to dance to and greater to listen to, love this man......

[@whispperson]

One of the Most Underated Singers in the History of Popular Music. Love this Singer.

[@deborahvelez102]

Agreed. He's wonderful!

[@minotauroazul]

I was a kid in the time this song was a hit, but I apprecaite it and enjoy it now.

[@lauracobb3381]

I love this song

[@Sdcombo]

Sure, this era, to me, seems incredibly charming and in ways more simple, which I would appreciate. I wouldn't go ahead and say our time right now is 'doomed' or as bad as a lot of people on here say, not at all. There are completely different set of values today, for a lot of people, so of course songs and music will change their theme, moods, beats, speeds; you name it. Almost certain though, that there are people, who love this type of music but also pursue to revive it. All music that ever was, still is. Cheers. -M

[@siaripop7]

I remember playing this repeatedly on the Wurlitzer at the local soda shop down the block. Still a great song!

[@jerrysalzgeber6722]

Always been one of my favorites!

[@avisswope6495]

THE MUSIC TODAY IN 2017 CAN"T HOLD A CANDEL TO THE MUSIC WE GREW UP WITH IN THE 50 60 70 80"S.

[@happyme6153]

Brings back great memories. Oh, Talk Back All Those Memories.

[@LynnVanDoorselaere]

I just love him and his songs