International Louie Louie Day

April 11, Friday

International Louie Louie Day
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International Louie Louie Day is celebrated annually on April 11 in honor of the iconic song *Louie Louie*, which has become one of the most famous compositions in the history of rock 'n' roll. This date was not chosen randomly – on this day, Richard Berry, the author of the original version of the song, was born.

About the song "Louie Louie"
- Written in 1955 by American musician Richard Berry
- Inspired by Jamaican music and calypso rhythms
- In 1963, the song gained worldwide popularity thanks to the band *The Kingsmen*
- Known for its unintelligible lyrics, which even led to an FBI investigation

How is it celebrated?
On this day, music fans organize various activities:

- They organize parties and music marathons, playing different versions of the song
- Flashmobs dedicated to the iconic hit are launched
- They share their favorite cover versions on social media
- They participate in themed radio shows and concerts

Interesting facts
- "Louie Louie" has been performed and re-recorded over 1,500 times
- It made it to the *500 greatest songs of all time* list by *Rolling Stone* magazine
- In 1985, Louie Louie Day was established in Seattle to recognize the song's influence on music

International Louie Louie Day is a celebration for all rock 'n' roll lovers, symbolizing the power of music, its influence on culture, and its ability to unite people around the world.
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