A compilation of pop songs co-written by Reed during his mid-60s stint as an in-house songwriter (and occasional session guitarist/vocalist) for Pickwick Records—a label specializing in sound-alike recordings that emulated the major pop hits of the day. Lou would have to write songs encompassing everything from garage-rock and girl-group pop to blue-eyed soul and teen-idol balladry. Liner notes by Richie Unterberger and an essay by Lenny Kaye. https://lightintheattic.net/collections/lou-reed/products/why-dont-you-smile-now-lou-reed-at-pickwick-records-1964-65