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Episode 110: “Be My Baby” by the Ronettes

A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs

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Rise and Fall of the Ronettes

This chapter explores the journey of the girl group Ronettes, highlighting their meteoric rise to fame with 'Be My Baby' and the subsequent challenges imposed by their management under Phil Spector. It also sheds light on the personal struggles faced by the members in the aftermath of their initial success, including legal battles over royalties and their divergent life paths.

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