Dive Into The Classic Sounds Of “Young Girl” By Gary Puckett & The Union Gap

Gary Puckett & The Union Gap’s song “Young Girl” came out in 1968 and has become a timeless classic that captures the emotional weight of uncovering a difficult truth about love. Written by Jerry Fuller and brought to life with the instrumental brilliance of “The Wrecking Crew,” this hit paired heartfelt lyrics with polished musical craftsmanship.

It earned a Gold certification and connected with fans everywhere. It reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, topped the UK Singles Chart, and even hit No. 2 in South Africa. Its worldwide success shows just how timeless this song really is.

Enjoy the song in the video below, which is shared on YouTube in 2011 and has gained 19.5 million views:

“Young Girl” tells the story of a man who discovers his partner is underage, leaving him to face a difficult moral decision. The lyrics share his struggle as he asks her to leave: “Get out of here / before I have the time / to change my mind / ’cause I’m afraid we’ll go too far.” The song’s emotional message connected with listeners, offering a serious lesson wrapped in a heartfelt tune.

The song’s impact extended far beyond its original release. In 1974, the song became popular again in the UK when it was re-released as part of CBS Records’ “Hall of Fame Hits” series. Its re-release brought it back to the charts, climbing to No. 6 and proving that its message and melody still held strong, securing its place as a timeless classic.

Even after decades, the song’s melody still echoes in viewers’ hearts, melting them every time. One viewer wrote, “Probably the best voice of the 60’s. Music like this doesn’t exist anymore. Those of us who were around in the 1960’s are so lucky!”