1958Released
1:49

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Interesting facts and trivia about Rave On. By Songfacts®.

This was written by Sonny West, Bill Tilghman and Norman Petty and recorded in January 1958 at Petty's New Mexico studio where Holly laid down most of his hits. Petty wanted to give it to another act, but Holly protested and persuaded the songwriters to let him record it.

This was featured in the 1978 films The Buddy Holly Story and American Hot Wax.

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Song Analysis

Key, BPM (tempo) and time signature of Rave On.
CKey
MajorMode
4/4Time Signature
160BPM

Album

The album Rave On is released on.

Released By

The record label that has released Rave On.
Geffen
© 1958 UMG Recordings Inc.
A Geffen Records release; This Compilation ℗ 2015 UMG Recordings Inc.

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