Album: For Teenagers Only

Album Background and Release
"For Teenagers Only" is a popular album by American singer, Bobby Darin, which was released in September 1960. It marked his fifth studio album produced under Atco Records. Produced by Ahmet Ertegun and Herb Abramson, Darin taped this album in an effort to specifically target the teenage market of the early '60s, hence the title "For Teenagers Only". This was during a time where rock-and-roll music started to make its mark in American culture, and artists began to acknowledge the substantial influence of teenage listeners in the music industry.

The album was primarily designed to be a collection of Darin's songs and covers, targeted towards teenagers. It mainly included the doo-wop and pop-oriented design of music that was popular throughout the late '50s and early '60s age, showcasing Darin's diverse singing capabilities and crossover appeal.

Album's Musical Style and Influences
The musical style of "For Teenagers Only" is primarily doo-wop and pop, which were the dominating styles of that era. It showcases Darin's flexibility as his vocal variety extends from smooth crooner to intense rock-and-roll. This album was affected by various artists and genres, such as Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, and the emerging youth culture of the time.

This release also highlights Darin's progression as an artist, as the album showcase a more fully grown and textured vocal efficiency compared to his earlier records. The album's instrumentation depends on a distinct mix of horns, strings, and percussion, which even more contributes to its fascinating noise.

Track List and Notable Songs
"For Teenagers Only" consists of twelve tracks, including Darin's initial compositions, as well as numerous covers of popular songs from the period. The track list is as follows:

1. "I Want You With Me"
2. "Keep a Walkin'"
3. "You Know How"
4. "Somebody to Love"
5. "Multiplication".
6. "Irresistible You".
7. "Pity Miss Kitty".
8. "You'll Never Know".
9. "Dream Lover".
10. "Hallelujah, I Love Her So".
11. "You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby".
12. "Sorrow Tomorrow".

Some significant songs from the album consist of "Dream Lover", which became one of Darin's greatest hits and a song that helped establish his successful music career. "Hallelujah, I Love Her So", a cover of Ray Charles' original, and "You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby", which reveals Darin's capability to easily adapt popular tunes into his enviable style.

Reception and Legacy
Upon its release, "For Teenagers Only" received positive evaluations and considerable business success. The album peaked at No. 10 on the Billboard Pop Albums chart, while "You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby" ended up being a leading 5 hit. This success even more solidified Darin's position as one of the top performers of his time.

In the years following its release, "For Teenagers Only" has actually been acknowledged as a substantial album in Bobby Darin's profession. It played an important role in shaping the early '60s music scene by mixing pop, doo-wop, and the growing rock-and-roll noise. The album stays a testament to Darin's versatile talent and his capability to catch the hearts of his teenage audience.