“Tears on My Pillow” by Little Anthony & The Imperials

“Tears on My Pillow” is a beloved doo‑wop classic written by Sylvester Bradford and Al Lewis, first recorded by Little Anthony & The Imperials in August 1958 for End Records . This debut single was a breakout success, quickly climbing to No. 4 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and No. 3 in Canada, making it the group’s first million‑seller. Paired with the B‑side “Two People in the World,” it became a two‑sided hit and cemented their place in music history

𝐋𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐲 & 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 – 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐎𝐧 𝐌𝐲 𝐏𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰

Name evolution: Originally credited as The Imperials, the group was renamed after DJ Alan Freed began introducing lead singer Anthony Gourdine as “Little Anthony,” giving birth to the iconic moniker

Debut landmark: This was their first released single under the name “Little Anthony & The Imperials” — and also their first Top 10 hit

Enduring legacy: The song has been covered by countless artists, from Sha Na Na (“Grease” soundtrack) to Kylie Minogue, whose 1990 version hit No. 1 in the UK

Group honors: The Imperials were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2009, recognizing a career that began with this timeless ballad

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