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Frankie Lymon Biography (Singer)

Birthday: September 30, 1942 (Libra)

Born In: New York City, New York, United States

Advanced Search Frankie Lymon, born as Franklin Joseph Lymon, was an American rock and roll singer and songwriter. He was best recognized as the lead vocalist of New York City-based rock & roll group, The Teenagers, which was composed of five young boys. With the group, Lymon released several hit singles, including ‘Why Do Fools Fall in Love,’ ‘I Want You to Be My Girl,’ ‘I Promise to Remember,’ ‘The ABC's of Love’, ‘I'm Not a Juvenile Delinquent’, ‘Out in the Cold Again’ and ‘Goody Goody.’ As a solo performer, the roll and roll singer contributed to several albums. Some of his hit albums were: ‘Frankie Lymon and the Teenagers’, ‘Frankie Lymon at the London Palladium’, ‘Rock & Roll with Frankie Lymon’ and ‘Complete Recordings (Bear Family).’ Lymon, who started using drugs after his career went into decline, was found dead from heroin overdose at the age of 25. Following his untimely death, he was buried at the Saint Raymond's Cemetery in New York City. Talking of his personal life, the American artiste was a polygamist and remained married to three beautiful ladies up to his death. His musical career was dramatized in the 1998 flick ‘Why Do Fools Fall in Love’. Image Credit https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frankie_Lymon

Birthday: September 30, 1942 (Libra)

Born In: New York City, New York, United States

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Also Known As: Franklin Joseph Lymon

Died At Age: 25

Family:

Spouse/Ex-: Emira Eagle (m. 1967–1968), Zola Taylor (m. 1965–1968)

father: Howard Lymon

mother: Jeanette Lymon

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Died on: February 27, 1968

Cause of Death: Drug Overdose

City: New York City

U.S. State: New Yorkers

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  What was Frankie Lymon's biggest hit song?

  Frankie Lymon's biggest hit song was "Why Do Fools Fall in Love."
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  What inspired Frankie Lymon to pursue a career in music?

  Frankie Lymon was inspired to pursue a career in music after witnessing the success of doo-wop groups in his neighborhood.
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  Did Frankie Lymon have any solo music success after leaving The Teenagers?

  After leaving The Teenagers, Frankie Lymon struggled to achieve solo music success, with most of his post-Teenagers recordings failing to make a significant impact.
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  What impact did Frankie Lymon have on the music industry?

  Frankie Lymon is credited with helping to popularize the doo-wop genre and influencing future generations of musicians with his unique vocal style.
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  Did Frankie Lymon face any challenges during his music career?

  Frankie Lymon faced challenges such as substance abuse and legal issues, which ultimately impacted his music career and personal life.

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American CelebritiesLibra SingersMale SingersAmerican SingersLibra Rock Singers Childhood & Early LifeFrankie Lymon was born as Franklin Joseph Lymon on September 30, 1942, in Harlem, New York City, New York, the USA. His mother Jeanette Lymon was a maid and his father Howard Lymon was a truck driver. Both of them were also singers in the gospel group, Harlemaires.At age ten, Lymon started working as a grocery boy to supplement his family income meet. At age 12, he became familiar with the lead singer Herman Santiago of the local doo-wop group, Coupe De Villes. Eventually, he also became a part of the group which later was renamed to The Ermines and The Premiers.Continue Reading Below