17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Connie Francis death: Song Pretty Little Baby went viral after 63 years, even the late singer had forgotten it
Just when you thought social media could not surprise us any further, it brought back a song from 63 years ago and made it the soundtrack of the year. Pretty Little Baby by the late Connie Francis, yes, the Connie Francis, has taken over For You Pages across the globe with its soft, syrupy charm and retro vibes.
A 1962 Song that took over social media in 2025
Originally released in 1962 as the B-side to I'm Gonna Be Warm This Winter, the song barely made a splash back then. But in 2025, it became the viral sound of the season, appearing in over 600,000 daily videos. From celebrity reels by Kylie Jenner, Brook Monk and even Kim Kardashian with North West, to videos of babies, pets, and aesthetic fits—it became a full-blown internet obsession.
Connie was surprised when the song went viral
Connie Francis, who passed away today (17 July 2025) at the age of 87, had spoken out about the song's sudden popularity just a few weeks ago. She was stunned. According to a statement she gave, she had completely forgotten about the track until someone reminded her it was trending. She later described it as 'thrilling' to know that a new generation had discovered her music and her voice again, 63 years after she first recorded it.
She had previously said the revival was "truly awesome" and that she felt overwhelmed by the connection Gen Z had formed with the old-school tune.
Pretty Little Baby's revival
TikTok's obsession with Pretty Little Baby reached stratospheric levels. Its sweet lyrics, 'You can ask the flowers, I sit for hours…'—struck a nostalgic nerve. It topped both the Viral 50 and Top 50 charts, racking up over 10 billion views. The track became a feel-good escape from the digital chaos, a warm hug in audio form.
Remembering the woman behind the voice
Born Concetta Franconero in Newark in 1937, Connie Francis started singing at the age of 4. Her powerhouse voice led to international stardom, with hits like My Heart Has A Mind Of Its Own and Do Not Break The Heart That Loves You. Despite personal tragedies, including assault, surgery that temporarily ended her singing, and her brother's mafia-linked murder—Francis kept going. She kept inspiring.
And now, with her soft, nostalgic ballad echoing through TikTok timelines, she has unintentionally left behind a legacy stronger than ever. A bittersweet farewell indeed—Gen Z met her just in time.
