Ritchie Cordell

Ritchie Cordell (March 10, 1943 – April 13, 2004), born Richard Joel Rosenblatt, was an American songwriter, singer and record producer. He wrote and produced several hits for Tommy James and The Shondells, including "I Think We're Alone Now" (later also recorded by Tiffany and Girls Aloud) and "Mony Mony" (later also recorded by Billy Idol), and co-produced Joan Jett's I Love Rock 'n' Roll.