The Stroll (song)

"The Stroll" is a song written by Clyde Otis and Billy Dawn Smith, and popularized by the Canadian group The Diamonds in 1957. It is a doo-wop and rock and roll number that describes a simple dance, also called "The Stroll."

The song's lyrics detail the movements of the dance: couples line up facing each other, and then one couple walks down the aisle between the two lines, performing their own variations of steps as they proceed. When they reach the end of the line, they fall into place, and the next couple begins their "stroll."

"The Stroll" became a major hit, reaching number 4 on the Billboard Top 100 chart. It is considered a classic of the rock and roll era and is still played on oldies radio stations. The song's simple structure and catchy melody, combined with the easy-to-learn dance it describes, contributed to its widespread appeal and enduring popularity. Numerous other artists have covered the song over the years.