Im gonna keep her movin wild im gonna keep her shakin baby, im a real wild child i meet all the guys, im gonna meet all the chicks shiver and a shake it till i geta my kicks cause im a wild one, ooh yay im a wild one. In 1986 punk legend iggy pop recorded a cover version of o keefe s signature tune wild one under the title real wild child, which was included on his album blah blah blah and released as a single. Featuring the input of peers and insiders, and written with the full support of the jok trust, this is the definitive story of the. A new book examines the life of the original wild one, australian rocker johnny o keefe.
Okeefe would be known as the wild one throughout his career. The legend of the wild one, with book by john michael howson, david mitchell and melvyn morrow and featuring music made famous. The life and times of 1950s60s aussie rock idol, johnny okeefe, provide serviceable fodder for a rollicking retrotuner in shout. In his twentyyear career, okeefe released over fifty singles, 50 eps and 100 albums often referred to by his initials j. I remember constantly listening to dubbed tapes of his greatest hits, and learning every word to every song. His eye for talent, ear for hit songs and mouth for the gift of the gab, not only helped himself but many. Featuring special appearances by the dixie cups, bill haley and col joye, but predominantly a vehicle for the wild one himself, this twocd collection focuses on the extraordinary life of johnny okeefe. Johnny okeefe wild one written by johnny okeefe, johnny greenan, and tony withers. Johnny okeefe, australias king of rock and roll, drove thousands of teenage girls wild with his music and onstage antics in the late 1950s and early 1960s. The life and times of johnny okeefe damian johnstone on. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers.
The wild one by johnny okeefe australias first rocknroll hit this highoctane tribute to teenage libido and abandon was a refreshing pop moment amid the cultural ennui of the late 1950s. Well ima just outa school, like im real real cool gotta shake, gotta jive. Even by the standards of rock and roll in the late 50s, johnny okeefes the wild one is a fairly innocuous song. John michael okeefe was an australian rock and roll singer whose career began in the 1950s. The legend of the wild one, which rates high on the clap. Johnny okeefe the wild one collectors edition 2008.
John michael okeefe 19 january 1935 6 october 1978 was an australian rock and roll singer whose career began in the 1950s. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. An elemental force present at the creation of australian rock n roll, johnny okeefe converted incredible drive, a tremendous flair for showmanship and a larrikin spirit into status a. Ok was partly responsible for starting the australian rock industry. New biography of the wild one, johnny okeefe books and arts. Guitar chords only, lyrics and melody may be included. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. An elemental force present at the creation of australian rock n roll, johnny o keefe converted incredible drive. Johnny attended the unofficial johnny okeefe face book page and tribute page. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the us or from the uk, depending on stock availability. Johnny okeefe the wild one vinyl records and cds for sale. John michael okeefe, known as johnny okeefe 19 january 1935 6 october 1978, was an australian rock and roll singer whose career began in the 1950s.
I am a lifelong johnny okeefe fan, and its safe to say that my journey in to rock music started with him. Get johnny okeefe real wild child wild one sheet music notes, chords. Music profile for johnny okeefe, born 19 january 1935. While most sources state that o keefe was directly involved in composing the song, this has been questioned by others. In his twentyyear career, okeefe released over 50 singles, 50 eps and 100 albums. Okeefe soon became the compere, and was closely involved in the shows production. Sydney disc jockey tony withers was credited with helping to get radio airplay for the song but writer credits on subsequent versions. The documentary explodes myths and reveals information never heard before about the stars mental breakdown following his car crash, how he coped, his launch in the states and his comeback in the 1960s to his eventual decline. Johnny okeefe died of barbiturate poisoning at st vincents hospital, darlinghurst, new south wales, on 6 october 1978. Johnny okeefe was a human dynamo, a rock n roll powerhouse whose influence still looms large on the australia musical landscape. Simply put this is the best johnny okeefe has ever sounded. While most sources state that okeefe was directly involved in composing the song, this has been questioned by others. Johnny okeefe became the first australian pop star to chart. This site is a gift from his friends, to all those who want to know more about the true real wild child or wild one johnny okeefe and australian music history.
Sing sing sing and the johnny okeefe show still hold a special place in the hearts and minds of his many fans, as do his legendary live performances. Dead at 43, after 30 hit singles and 28 albums, this biography reveals his life and influence. The first major biography on okeefe was published in 1982, and several others have been written since including the wild one by damian johnstone and johnny okeefe the facts written in 2008 by lonnie lee and released by starlite records. He was brilliantly talented, but possessed a selfdestructive streak, and suffered as many breakdowns as he did breakthroughs. Everyone i spoke with had vivid memories of the man. The wild one by johnny okeefe australias first rocknroll hit. This seminal australian rock song was covered in 1987 by iggy pop as real wild child. The wild one real wild child licensed to youtube by. This content belongs to johnny okeefe and his recorder. Okeefe was a radio and television entertainer and presenteroften referred to by his initials j. The wild one by johnny okeefe australias first rockn. The download links included in these posts are for evaluation purposes only. Sydney disc jockey tony withers was credited with helping to get radio airplay for the song but writer credits on subsequent versions often omit. Wild one or real wild child is an australian rock and roll song written by johnny greenan, johnny okeefe, and dave owens.
Johnny okeefes life story and career also inspired the stage musical, shout. John michael okeefe, known as johnny okeefe 19 january 1935 6 october 1978 was an australian rock and roll singer whose career began in the 1950s. An elemental force present at the creation of australian rock n roll. Johnny okeefe the wild one the documentary is a captivating film about a man full of energy and drive. Australias first king of rocknroll, his massive influence still looms large on the australian entertainment landscape. Wild one or real wild child is an australian rock and roll song written by johnny greenan, johnny o keefe, and dave owens.
The story of johnny okeefe, which starred actorsinger terry serio as o keefe. In his twentyyear career, okeefe released over 50 eps and 100 albums. His breakthrough came with his third release, a song called im the wild one. Johnny okeefe real wild child wild one sheet music. The wild one by johnny okeefe australias first rocknroll hit this highoctane tribute to teenage libido and abandon was a refreshing pop moment amid the. Johnny okeefes wild rock and roll life safely preserved. Download and print real wild child wild one sheet music for guitar chords by johnny okeefe. The legend of the wild one, with book by johnmichael howson, david mitchell and melvyn morrow and featuring music made famous by okeefe and other hits of the 1950s. Buy a discounted paperback of johnny okeefe online from australias leading online bookstore. The rollercoaster story behind johnny okeefes conversion of his incredible drive, flair for showmanship and larrikin spirit into the creation of australias first rock and roll star. The first johnny okeefe biography that was purposly written to dispell rumors and try to present an unbiased and truthful a story as can be, is a new 2001 release called, the wild one the life and times of johnny okeefe by damian johnstone. Well ima just outta school, like im real real cool gotta shake, gotta jive got the message that i gotta be alive, im a wild one ooh yay im a wild one ooooooh baby. Okeefe regarded success in the united states of america as the ultimate accolade.
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