Teenage Crush

Looking back on the ever-changing landscape of teenage love, Various's Teenage Crushin' delivers a nostalgic punch to the gut that will have you reaching for your old high school crush's number (if only you remembered it). Filled with the kind of infectious pop hooks and sugary sweet harmonies that defined the golden age of teen pop, this compilation is a time capsule of hormone-fueled angst and earnest declarations of undying love. Tracks like "Hey Boy" by The Centerfolds and "Dream Lover" by Bobby Darin capture the innocence and vulnerability of first love, while Brenda Lee's "Sweet Nothin's" and The Crystals' "Da Doo Ron Ron" transport you back to a time when every crush felt like the end of the world. But it's not all puppy love and innocent infatuation – there are darker corners of the teenage experience explored here too. The Ronettes' "Be My Baby" and Elvis Presley's "Can't Help Falling in Love" delve into the tumultuous emotions that come with love and heartbreak, reminding us that even the most perfect romances can come crashing down. Overall, Teenage Crushin' is a rollercoaster ride of emotions that will make you laugh, cry, and maybe even cringe a little at your own teenage antics. So grab your old mixtapes, dust off your diary, and let the music take you back to a time when every crush felt like the most important thing in the world.