single · April 1, 1960

Jealous of You

Connie Francis

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This 1960 single saw Francis tackling a rhythm and blues number, a move that might surprise listeners expecting her usual pop fare.

• The song was originally recorded by James & Bobby Purify in 1960.
• The B-side of the single was "It's Gonna Take a Miracle".
• The single reached number 29 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Connie Francis was a prolific American pop singer who achieved her greatest success in the late 1950s and early 1960s. By 1960, she had already established herself as a dominant force on the charts, known for her emotional delivery and crossover appeal.