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Lou Christie dead: Lightnin' Strikes singer dies at 82 after battling brief sickness

amedpostBy amedpostJune 19, 2025 Entertainment No Comments2 Mins Read
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Chart-topping sensation Lou Christie, famed for his high-pitched hit “Lightnin’ Strikes,” has tragically passed away.

Lou Christie made waves in the music world with his distinctive falsetto voice, making hits like “Lightnin’ Strikes” in 1966 a sensation in the U.S. charts. His repertoire included unforgettable tunes such as “The Gypsy Cried”, “Two Faces Have I”, “Rhapsody in the Rain”, and “I’m Gonna Make You Mine”.

Francesca, Christie’s spouse, revealed to The Hollywood Reporter that the singer succumbed at his Pittsburgh residence after a short illness.

An emotional homage was shared by Johnny Rock and Roll Radio on Facebook, stating: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lou Christie, the unforgettable voice behind some of the most iconic soft-rock pop hits of the 1960s. Christie passed away on June 17, 2025, at the age of 82.”

The tribute continued, saying: “Let’s honor Lou Christie by keeping his music alive-spinning his records, sharing his memorable falsettos, and celebrating the timeless spirit of an artist who truly struck lightning in the world of music.”, reports the Mirror.

Lou Christie’s chart-topping hit Lightnin’ Strikes may be remembered for its catchy tune and soaring falsetto – but its lyrics tell a far more troubling tale.

The song, released in December 1965 by MGM Records, shot to the top of the charts just two months later, right as Christie celebrated his 23rd birthday, The Hollywood Reporter revealed.

Crafted with care, the single’s arrangement, production and conducting were all handled by Charles Calello. Backing vocals came from The Delicates – Bernadette Carroll, Peggy Santiglia and Denise Ferri – according to the outlet.

On the surface, the track was a classic of its time. But beneath the retro charm lies a darker theme.

The song is sung from the perspective of a man admitting to being unfaithful. In 2016, website Rebeat examined the lyrics, pointing out a haunting twist in Christie’s delivery.

The site noted that “when Christie spots ‘lips begging to be kissed,’ his voice mutates into a shrill keen, completely unrecognizable from the charmer he posed as just seconds earlier.”

It’s a startling shift in tone that reflects the song’s central message – not all is as it seems in love.

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