"Sunshine, Lollipops and Rainbows" | ||||
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Single by Lesley Gore | ||||
from the album Lesley Gore Sings of Mixed-Up Hearts | ||||
B-side | "You've Come Back" (from Girl Talk) | |||
Released | November 1963 (as an album track) May 18, 1965 (as a single) | |||
Recorded | May 21, 1963 | |||
Studio | A&R Recording, New York City | |||
Genre | Sunshine pop | |||
Length | 1:37 | |||
Label | Mercury | |||
Songwriter(s) | Marvin Hamlisch, Howard Liebling | |||
Producer(s) | Quincy Jones | |||
Lesley Gore singles chronology | ||||
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"Sunshine, Lollipops and Rainbows" is a popular song sung by Lesley Gore. It was originally released on Gore's 1963 album Lesley Gore Sings of Mixed-Up Hearts . [1] It was composed by Marvin Hamlisch and Howard Liebling, arranged by Claus Ogerman, and produced by Quincy Jones. [2] [3] [4]
The single was released in conjunction with Gore's rendition in the 1965 film Ski Party . [5]
Billboard said of the single that "back on the happy rhythm trail, Lesley comes up with a winner in this summertime rouser." [6] Cash Box described it as "an engaging lovey-dovey, a perfect way for teeners to get in the summertime spirit." [7]
The single version released in 1965 was sped up, while the album version played at normal speed.
The tune peaked at No.13 on the Billboard Hot 100. [4]