Billy J. Kramer with the Dakotas was a British pop band that achieved success in the 1960s. Known for their Merseybeat style, the band was managed by Brian Epstein, who also managed the Beatles, and several of their hits were written by Lennon-McCartney. Their most successful songs include "Bad to Me," "Little Children," and "Do You Want to Know a Secret," which are all characterized by the band's melodic, pop-oriented sound and Kramer's distinctive vocals. The group's influence lies in their contribution to the 'British Invasion' of the U.S. music scene.