In honor of Chrissie Hynde’s birthday, I’m sharing this electrifying performance of **The Pretenders** playing their original song *"Louie Louie"* on the TV show *Fridays* back in **1981**. This track, unlike the famous cover of the 1950s song with the same name, is a powerful and gritty **Pretenders** original that perfectly captures the band’s punk-rock energy and Chrissie’s sharp lyricism.

In this performance, Chrissie Hynde commands the stage with her distinct vocal delivery and cool, confident presence. The song itself is about a conflicted relationship, expressing raw emotion, frustration, and desire. With its driving rhythm and hard-hitting guitar riffs, *"Louie Louie"* quickly became a staple in their live performances.

This performance on *Fridays* is The Pretenders at their best—bold, edgy, and full of attitude, making it clear why Chrissie and the band became one of the most important voices in rock during the late '70s and '80s.

Happy Birthday, Chrissie! Rock on forever. 🎸✨

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