“Young Girl” is a pop and rock song recorded by the American pop rock group Gary Puckett & The Union Gap. The song was written by Jerry Fuller and was released as a single in 1968. It was included on their album “Young Girl.”
The song is known for its melodic and emotional sound, featuring Gary Puckett’s emotive vocals. The lyrics of “Young Girl” express the singer’s inner conflict and concern about being attracted to a younger girl. The chorus includes the repeated line, “Young girl, get out of my mind.”
“Young Girl” was a commercial success and became one of Gary Puckett & The Union Gap’s signature hits. It reached the number two spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and is often considered a classic of the pop and rock genres.
The song is celebrated for its emotive and memorable qualities, as well as Puckett’s powerful vocal delivery. “Young Girl” continues to be a favorite among fans of the era and is frequently included in retrospectives of the 1960s and pop music.
