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A Mysterious Hit Single from the 1960s

Rock historian Ed Ward tells the story of "Sally Go Round the Roses," a strange, enigmatic song that was a hit in 1963, recorded by The Jaynetts.

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Other segments from the episode on June 17, 1991

Fresh Air with Terry Gross, June 17, 1991: Interview with Joseph Vasquez; Commentary on the song "Sally Go Round the Roses"; Interview with Ronald Brownstein; Review of the television show "P.O.V."

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