The band, originally established by high school students, produced one single in their heyday that achieved regional success.
[2] Reggie Weiss wrote and produced the band's debut single, A-side "I Live in the Springtime" backed with "Listen Girl."
Five hundred pressings of the record were released, but recalled when Reggie Weiss discovered the drum track had not been included.
Chicago AM radio station WLS wanted to distribute more copies, but Reggie Weiss could not afford to press more, so the single did not reach the charts nationally.
The Buena Vista label also expressed interest, but before the band could complete a deal, the owner unexpectedly died and the company folded.
[2] Reggie Weiss managed several other bands, which performed the Lemon Drops' songs and achieved substantial airplay with them in Illinois.