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How do Streaming Platforms Pay Artists - Is It Fair?

February 20, 2023

Streaming is now the driving force of the music industry, making up 84% of the industry revenue in the U.S. While streaming is much more convenient for listeners, many artists argue that it is near im

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Why Jay-Z Was Named The #1 Rapper Of All Time

February 23, 2023

Who is the greatest rapper of all time? Is it even possible to crown just one person? Well, Billboard and Vibe did exactly that. And, according to them, that person is Jay-Z. In honor of Hip-Hop’s

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Behind Kaytranada’s Unique Sound

February 18, 2023

Kaytranada (Louis Celestin) is a Haitian-Canadian record producer and DJ. He is a highly acclaimed electronic artist, having earned two Grammys and countless other awards for his work. Kaytranada has

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The Creative Act: Rick Rubin’s Knowledge Turned Into A Book

February 17, 2023

What happens when a famous music producer takes an interest in self-help books? The Creative Act is your answer. But who is Rick Rubin? Without a doubt, Rubin has an impressive track record in the

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Behind the Music: The Audio Engineer

February 14, 2023

The music industry is a place full of musicians, producers, and creators who have the magical ability to make those perfect sounds we hear everyday through our digital devices. We want to listen close

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Koji Kondo: Nintendo’s Melody Maestro

February 14, 2023

What do popular video games franchises Super Mario, Legend of Zelda, and Star Fox all have in common? They were all produced and published by Nintendo, and the iconic music themes that you hear in...

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Taylor Swift on Industry Sexism and Music Rights

February 8, 2023

Being a successful woman in the music industry is no easy feat. Not only do they deal with the typical trials and tribulations of being a musician, but there are also gender-specific challenges.

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What’s the Ideal Length for a Single— Are Songs Getting Shorter?

February 8, 2023

“Is it just me, or are songs getting shorter these days?” This is a question I have often pondered, especially in the last few years. It appears that in the era of social media, attention spans are

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SG Lewis: Who Is He - and What’s Next For This Rising Star?

February 6, 2023

SG Lewis (Samuel George Lewis) is a rising star in the dance/electronic music realm. He is a DJ/producer turned singer-songwriter, and is known for his disco-inspired, transcendent sound. He routinely

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Lessons to Learn From the Launch Of Sam Smith’s “Unholy”

February 4, 2023

Sam Smith just released their new album “Gloria” on the 27th of January. As described by Pitchfork, “Gloria flips between hyperpop, country, dancehall, disco, 2-step, and intimate, Kehlani-esque R&B”.

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Are Virtual Idols the Future of Music?

February 5, 2023

Virtual reality and the metaverse have become popular topics in the music industry where more and more technology and music have been combined, creating something that could revolutionize the entire

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Grammy Awards Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical: The Category Songwriters Deserve

February 5, 2023

The 65th annual GRAMMY Awards are here, and there's a long-awaited addition to the awards. This year marks the introduction of a new category: the Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical Award. For all

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Why Gen Z Is Obsessed with a 1962 Song: A Cultural Deep-Dive

Sabrina Carpenter’s Short n’ Sweet

Connie Francis’s “Pretty Little Baby” was originally a B-side in 1962. Fast forward 63 years, and it’s now topping the Viral 50 and Top 50 charts, used in over 600,000 TikToks per day, and amassing over 10 billion views. Suddenly, a forgotten melody is capturing hearts again—across generations, cultures, and platforms.

Celebrities, Babies, Pets—and Millions of Fans

The song was used by TikTok creators ranging from Kylie Jenner to Kim Kardashian and North West in nostalgic reels that combined fashion, pets, baby footage, and positive emotions. That serves as a potent reminder that when it comes to creating an emotional bond, a straightforward, sincere song can outperform expensive production.

The Artist’s Poetic Full-Circle

Connie Francis—who passed away July 16, 2025—was reportedly shocked to rediscover her own song. She called the response “thrilling” and “truly awesome” Indiatimes. So much so, she made her own TikToks, joking “What’s viral? What’s that?”—a literal moment of reunion between artist and audience.

Why It Hits Today

  • Emotion over polish: In the midst of digital chaos, the pleasant, easy-listening vibes feel like a "warm hug.”
  • Gen Z meets nostalgia: It capitalizes on the "recession pop" movement, which is a desire for emotional authenticity once more.
  • Cultural resonance: Because she subtly made history in the 1960s, a female icon's long history of challenging gender norms is now resonating.

Fan Echoes: “She Got One Last Thank You”

On Reddit, users poured out emotions:

“So happy she got to have one last moment in the sun with Pretty Little Baby.” “It’s sad but I’m also glad that she saw her song blow up recently before she passed away.” 

That’s not just engagement; it’s collective catharsis. A grieving art form reconnected with its creator before the curtain fell.

Lessons for Creators & Marketers Today

  1. Old songs can feel new again. Emotional resonance beats novelty.

  2. Let fans do the storytelling. User-generated videos are the new playlist.

  3. Authentic revival > manufactured comeback. Francis didn’t chase it—it surfaced organically—and that’s why it stuck.


Final Take

Not only is "Pretty Little Baby" becoming popular, it's also making a comeback. The timeless quality of Connie Francis's voice serves as a reminder that, even after 63 years, a simple, heartfelt song can inspire a worldwide renaissance.

Why Gen Z Is Obsessed with a 1962 Song: A Cultural Deep-Divewhy-gen-z-is-obsessed-with-a-1962-song-a-cultural-deep-diveLienor KatasJul 19, 2025Connie Francis’s “Pretty Little Baby” was originally a B-side in 1962. Fast forward 63 years, and it’s now topping the Viral 50 and Top 50 charts, used in over 600,000 TikToks per day, and amassing...