The song was written by Johnny Otis, Hank Ballard, and Etta James.
This original version was considered too risqué to play on pop radio stations.
Under the title "The Wallflower," the single became a rhythm and blues hit, topping the US Billboard R&B chart for four weeks.
In 2008, Etta James received a Grammy Hall of Fame Award for her 1955 recording.
[3] In 1955, the song was covered for the pop market by Georgia Gibbs, with uncredited vocal responses from Thurl Ravenscroft, under the title "Dance with Me Henry."