Sometimes I’m so mesmerized listening that I forget to give a thumbs up for music like this.

How much do I miss Earl (Speedo). The gruffness and smoothness of his voice made this song the best Gloria ever made. The background was truly on point. The harmonies were none to compare with. RIP Earl.

Well this was 40+ years after the original recording, and his voice was still superb.

Wow, the great Earl Carol still had it some 40 years after first recording this. So, so nice.

The best version. No other comes close imo. What a voice he has.

The number one singer and the first I might add to record this New York standard. The magnificent, fantastic Mr. Earl Carroll "May your voice echo through the portals of time"

Originally the "CADILLACS" came together as a group in early 1953, as the "CARNATIONS." Hailing from Harlem, NYC, (with the help of manager Esther Navarro) Earl Carroll along with J.R. Bailey and the Cadillacs (vocal group Hall of Fame 2004) went on to record some true "Classic Do-Wopp" records in the 1950s, on the JOSIE record label. Their classic song (done by so many groups over the years) "Gloria" and "Wonder Why" were recorded in 1954. I personally love "Zoom" and "The Girl I Love." In 1955, their most notorious record "Speedo" was released, bringing a large white teenage audience to black rock and roll do-wopp music. In 1959, the Cadillacs were featured in the movie "Go Johnny Go." Despite many line-up changes over the years, the Cadillacs have always been considered a premiere true original do-wopp group, from 1950s NYC. They have always entertained us and were truly loved and embraced in the NY Metro area. Their songs were constantly played on the old "WCBSFM 101.1 FM NYC" radio station. (this was NYC's oldie's station of the past) Earl Carroll was a gentlemen and will be missed by many. He is a true part of 1950s America and will never be forgotten. RIP Earl and J.R. I thank you and the Cadillacs for all the great music and memories you have given us over the years....rock on....

fantastic song

The National Anthem of New York City. Great group and great song. Thanks

Love the CADILLACS

Awesome.... We need 1953-59 all over again !! Thanks.

I miss Speedo! :( Always a great performer and a class act.

RIP Earl - thanks for all the great music Speedo!

I am here again... just awesome singing.

Earl(Speedo)Carrol,you sang the best version of "Gloria". Even when your voice changed through the years,this was,and is the best version of Leon Rene"s song!RIP.sir!

This is my favorite version of Gloria!!! :)

Wow, so good, that was music, thanks

Great song! And, this guy still has the pipes! I remember the Cadillacs' first recording of the song, and I always really liked it, (even though it came out the year I was born!)

Earl you're the greatest ever!!!

Love this.

fantastic

oh I soooooooooooooooooo Love them and this song!! whooowhooo!!!!!!!

@wahkontah1948 That harmony is tight and only 3 back up singers Dam!!!!!

Live to see guys doowoping

The first and best version of this "Gloria." I also love the Mills Brothers "Gloria," but that is really another song, isn't it....or is it?

gloria sat in front of me in study hall in 1956 [wurlitzer]

ORIGINAL SONG