Devil or Angel Vinyl Record Memories.

The Devil or Angel vinyl record memories return to 1960 with this classic number six song written by Blanche Carter and recorded by Bobby Vee.

If you ever wanted to take a trip in a "Time Machine" now is your chance. You've got a free ticket to 1960 and Bobby Vee's perfect cover of this smooth, romantic ballad.

Devil or Angel was originally recorded by The Clovers in 1956, and over the years has remained one of Bobby Vee's most popular songs. A timeless classic that captivated listeners with its heartfelt lyrics and catchy melody.

After a review of the original outline, the page was rewritten and a storyline based on the lyrics of the song was added. The song Devil Or Angel brought back memories of a young girl many years ago during the summer following our senior year of high school. Vee’s soulful voice, coupled with the hauntingly beautiful melody, effectively captures the allure and complexity of the song’s theme and the girl we will call Sharon. I do hope you enjoy the story that follows.

In the hazy realm between sleep and waking, I saw her face again. Sharon's ethereal beauty haunted my dreams night after night, leaving me wondering if she was truly the angel I longed for or a temptress sent by the Devil to torment me.

As consciousness slowly returned, I reached out, hoping to touch her, only to find empty space beside me.

The bitter ache of her absence flooded my heart once more. Devil or Angel, it didn't matter - I missed her desperately.

Our relationship had always been a swirling mix of ecstasy and doubt. One moment, Sharon's kindness and warmth convinced me she was heaven-sent. The next, her mysterious nature and occasional cruelty left me questioning if I'd fallen for an elaborate ruse.

Still, my mind was made up. Whether Sharon turned out to be my saving grace or my downfall, my heart belonged to her completely. I'd weather any storm, and brave any challenge, if it meant building a future together.

As I rose to face another day without her, I resolved to tell Sharon exactly how I felt. No more guessing games or uncertainty. I would lay my heart bare, consequences be damned. Because in the end, love was worth the risk - even if it meant loving the devil herself. But it was not to be as Sharon left unexpectedly without warning and I never heard from her again.  I embraced the change with an open mind and an open heart and finally closed the chapter on this love story forever.

Bobby Vee's career began in the midst of tragedy. He was a fifteen year old kid when his band "The Shadows" made their first professional appearance at a concert in Moorhead, Minnesota on Feb.3rd 1959.

It was the day Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper and Ritchie Valens were scheduled to play in Moorhead but were killed in the plane crash. The show went on and local talent was asked to fill in.

As a result of that performance, Bobby was offered a recording contract. His first three singles failed to make an impact but his cover of Devil or Angel made it to #6 on the charts in 1960 and his career took off.   

Bobby was a huge Buddy Holly fan and sounded a lot like him. In 1962 he recorded "Meet the Crickets" with drummer Jerry Allison, Joe B. Mauldin on bass and a newer member.

Bobby Vee should  be remembered for his place in musical history as his big break came when he was called in at short notice as a substitute following Buddy's fatal plane crash. 

He was only fifteen and that performance was the start of Bobby Vee's career.

Sadly, Bobby Vee died on October 24, 2016 at the age of 73 of advanced Alzheimer's disease.

A lot of "Angel" stuff happened in the sixties. Here are just a few examples.

Mark Dinning also had a hit in 1960 with the song "Teen Angel." The song was written by Mark's sister Jean Dinning and her husband, Red Surrey.

The song "Earth Angel" was recorded by "The Penguins" in 1954 and was number one on the Billboard R&B chart and number eight on the Pop Chart for three weeks in 1955. My personal favorite cover of this recording was by Johnny Tillotson in 1960.

Another one of my very favorite entertainers, Neil Sedaka, had a number five hit in 1962 with a song he wrote called "Next Door to an Angel."

In 1961 "Pretty Little Angel Eyes" was a top ten hit for Curtis Lee. The song was co-written by Curtis Lee and Tommy Boyce.

The number one hit in 1962 was "Johnny Angel" by another angel. Remember Shelley from the Donna Reed Show? She went on to act with Elvis in three of his movies.