
17/06/2025
Johnny Tillotson – Poetry in Motion
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"Poetry in Motion" is an upbeat pop song performed by Johnny Tillotson, released in 1960. The song became one of Tillotson’s biggest hits, reaching No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and gaining widespread popularity for its catchy melody and energetic rhythm.
Written by Mike Anthony and Paul Kaufman, the song uses the metaphor of “poetry in motion” to describe the graceful and captivating movements of a girl, expressing admiration and fascination with her beauty and charm.
With its lively beat and Tillotson’s smooth vocal delivery, "Poetry in Motion" captures the youthful spirit of early 1960s pop music. It remains a classic example of the era’s feel-good tunes and is often remembered as one of Johnny Tillotson’s signature songs.