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| Lowery Music Co. Yo Yo (music) |
| Exhibit #4742 |
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| Type | Production |
| Condition | Mint |
| Date | 1971 |
| Owner | Rick Brough |
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Vintage sheet music for the song Yo Yo, written by Joe South and arranged for piano by John Brimhall. Published by Charles Hansen Music and Books / Lowery Music Co., Inc., the sheet music originally sold for $1.00 and catered to piano students and casual musicians.
The song was recorded by Donny Osmond in 1971 (recorded first in 1966 by Billy Joe Royal), becoming a major hit and reaching No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100. The lyrics metaphorically compare a turbulent relationship to the motion of a yo-yo, reflecting its ups and downs.
John Brimhall, a renowned music arranger and educator, was known for adapting popular songs into simplified piano arrangements, making them more accessible for learners. His work was widely used in music education and among hobbyist musicians. This particular arrangement brought Donny Osmond’s "Yo Yo" to a broader audience by allowing fans to easily play the song at home on piano.
The song itself certainly capitalized on the yo-yo craze, that saw periodic resurgences throughout the 20th century. The combination of catchy music, playful lyrics, and toy nostalgia definitely helped the song find its place in pop culture.
See also Yo-Yo by the Osmonds and Yo-Yo by Billy Joe Royal
Of interest...
To see all music about yo-yos in this museum, in the left panel, click Exhibits.
In the right pane, in the Name/Model field, type music, then click Browse.
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