"When did the song stand by me come out"
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Ben E. King's iconic single “Stand by Me” was first released on April 12, 1961.
Quick Facts
- Released: April 12, 1961 on the Atco label
- Writers: Ben E. King, Jerry Leiber & Mike Stoller
- Chart success: Reached #4 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and became a timeless classic
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- The song was released in 1961.
- The precise release date was April 12, 1961.
- It was written by Ben E. King, Jerry Leiber, and Mike Stoller.
Release Date of “Stand by Me”
The song “Stand by Me” was originally released on April 12, 1961.
It debuted as a single on the Atco label, later appearing on Ben E. King’s 1962 album Don’t Play That Song!1.
Key Details
- Artist: Ben E. King (American singer‑songwriter)
- Songwriters: Ben E. King, Jerry Leiber, and Mike Stoller
- Initial Release: April 12, 1961 (U.S.)10
- Album Inclusion: Don’t Play That Song! (1962)2
- Historical Impact: Peaked at #4 on the Billboard Hot 100 and has been covered by numerous artists, cementing its place in popular music history.
These facts are corroborated by the song’s Wikipedia entry, the Library of Congress preservation notes, and contemporary music journalism1910.
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