Frankie Valli believed singing was his vocation from an early age while growing up in Newark, New Jersey.
Let’s just say that the 89-year-old legend has made a lot of progress since moving out of his rough, working-class neighborhood, and it makes people happy to see him now.
With his distinct three-octave range and unparalleled falsetto voice, Frankie Valli came to represent the mid-1950s American bubble-gum era, which was characterized by drive-in theaters and soda shops. His songs are still relevant to audiences today, a sign of the caliber and passion of his work, even after all this time.
Frankie’s love for singing began when he was seven years old, when his mother took him to see a young Frank Sinatra perform at the Paramount Theater in Manhattan. This encounter had a profound effect on him and helped him realize his long-held goal of becoming a popular singer.
He had no idea at the time that “Ol’ Blue Eyes” Sinatra, his primary role model, would become a close personal friend.
“Because I completed this task for his mother, he kind of adopted me as a friend. For a decade or so, we had a tight relationship. Valli remarked, “Every time I saw him, it was a big hug and a kiss on the cheek.”
Frankie began his singing on street corners with the guys, and his path to stardom was not an easy one. Growing up in downtown Newark, he worked a variety of jobs, including truck driving, caddying on a golf course, and barbering (like his father), before achieving success in the music industry.
”My parents didn’t have money, I came from nothing. I had to have something to fall back on,” Frankie says.
In the early 1960s, Frankie Valli and his band, The Four Seasons, shot to fame, becoming one of the biggest acts in the world. Hits like ”Sherry,” ”Big Girls Don’t Cry,” and ”Walk Like a Man” topped the charts and turned the members of The Four Seasons into household names.
”My parents didn’t have money, I came from nothing. I had to have something to fall back on,” Frankie says.
In the early 1960s, Frankie Valli and his band, The Four Seasons, shot to fame, becoming one of the biggest acts in the world. Hits like ”Sherry,” ”Big Girls Don’t Cry,” and ”Walk Like a Man” topped the charts and turned the members of The Four Seasons into household names.
Fans loved Frankie because of his distinctive falsetto voice, which was instantly recognizable.More quickly than any record since Elvis Presley’s debut, “Sherry” shot to the top of the charts.
Frankie put out a number of albums under his own name when he was a member of The Four Seasons. With The Four Seasons, he was extremely successful, collecting 29 top 40 successes. He also had an amazing solo career, garnering nine more top 40 hits.
In 1990, Frankie received recognition by being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame alongside Bob Gaudio, Nick Massi, and Tommy DeVito, the other members of Four Seasons.
Beginning in the mid-1960s, Valli’s career as an actor was a logical progression from his musical career. His performance in the popular Broadway musical Jersey Boys, which chronicled the tale of The Four Seasons and their ascent to prominence, was among his most noteworthy parts.
During his tenure as a member of The Four Seasons and even as a solo performer, Valli shown his versatility by making multiple film and television performances. His flexibility as an entertainer has been demonstrated by his performances on a number of TV shows throughout the years, such as Miami Vice, The Sopranos, and Hawaii Five-0.
Fans loved Frankie because of his distinctive falsetto voice, which was instantly recognizable. “Sherry” became the number one song more quickly than any other record since Elvis Presley’s initial debut.
Frankie put out a number of albums under his own name when he was a member of The Four Seasons. With The Four Seasons, he was extremely successful, collecting 29 top 40 successes. He also had an amazing solo career, garnering nine more top 40 hits.
In 1990, Frankie received recognition by being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame alongside Tommy DeVito, Nick Massi, and Bob Gaudio, his fellow members of Four Seasons.
Beginning in the mid-1960s, Valli’s career as an actor was a logical progression from his musical career. His performance in the film version of the popular Broadway musical Jersey Boys, which chronicled The Four Seasons’ ascent to prominence, was among his most noteworthy performances.
During his tenure as a member of The Four Seasons and even as a solo performer, Valli shown his versatility by making multiple film and television performances. His flexibility as an entertainer has been demonstrated by his performances on a number of TV shows throughout the years, such as Miami Vice, The Sopranos, and Hawaii Five-0.
Thankfully, despite the tragedies that have befallen him, Frankie has several children who continue to bring joy to his life and have successful careers of their own. As any grandparent knows, the feeling of pride that comes from seeing your grandchildren grow and flourish is truly indescribable, and for Frankie, this is no exception.
The love and support of his family have undoubtedly been a source of strength and comfort for him throughout his life, and it’s heartwarming to see how they have continued to stay close-knit despite the challenges they have faced.
”My kids are all creative and creators. Even my grandkids! My son Brando is doing EDM and I just saw my granddaughter Olivia perform in the touring company of Pretty Woman in Los Angeles. She is playing the lead. It was thrilling!,” Frankie told The Montrealer last year.
On May 3, Frankie Valli celebrates his 89th birthday, and it’s truly amazing that he is still with us. He continues to captivate audiences around the world!
As we celebrate his birthday, it’s a perfect opportunity to share an article about him on Facebook and spread the word about his incredible contributions to music.
By doing so, we can help ensure that his legacy lives on for many years to come and continues to inspire new generations of music lovers.
Happy Birthday, Frankie Valli!
