RITCHIE VALENS - COME ON BABY, JUST ROCK, ROCK, ROCK! - PAPERBACK - BOOK

The teen prodigy who became a legend

While the 1987 film La Bamba introduced Ritchie Valens to millions, the full story of his life, career and extraordinary musical influence has been missing. Until now.

Come On Baby, Just Rock, Rock, Rock! The Inspired Life and Enduring Legacy of Ritchie Valens, is an exploration of his personal history, rapid rise to fame, music and lasting impact.

It has been thoroughly researched, drawing on 65 years of writing, interviews and documentaries, as well as first-person accounts from Ritchie’s family, friends and various music writers. And it includes a foreword written by Ritchie's sister, Connie Valens.

Ritchie’s story will be of interest to musicians, historians and scholars. Young people will also be inspired by this kind, humble 17-year-old, whose talent, positivity and dedication to his craft propelled him to become a national star during the early days of rock and roll … in a professional career that lasted just nine months.

Readers will also learn about Ritchie’s enduring legacy, which includes his induction into the Rock and Roll and Rockabilly Halls of Fame, and his hit song, “La Bamba,” being added to the Library of Congress – among many other accolades.