Famous people lead fast lives. Frankie Lymon achieved success with The Teenagers' first single, 1956's "Why Do Fools Fall in Love". The youthful hustler from Harlem had his way with prostitutes and older women. He penned the hit song with two band members based on a teenage girl's love letters. A host of hits rocked the R&B charts, however Lymon had been hooked on heroin at an early age. His solo career suffered from bouts and binges, as the falsetto faded from his voice and record companies discovered the depths of his habit.
12 years later Frankie Lymon returned to New York. Clean for three years. He recorded two songs "I'm Sorry" and "Seabreeze". Roulette Records was offering a contract. Lymon celebrated with a needle and a spoon. His body was overcome by the first hit. His grandmother discovered his body. Only his music survived his passing.
To hear SEA BREEZE by Frankie Lymon please go to this URL
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6yo4UE-p864
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