"Spooky" was co-written and originally recorded as an instrumental by saxophonist Mike Sharpe (aka Shapiro) in 1966. It hit #57 on the US pop charts. Lyrics were added by guitarist James Cobb and producer Buddy Buie – both working with the group "The Classics IV". Their 1968 recording would peak at #3 on the singles charts. Cobb would later co-found the Atlanta Rhythm Section and would take a new version of "Spooky" to #17 in 1979.
Classics IV (1968)
Atlanta Rhythm Section (1979)
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BONUS: Dusty Springfield recorded "Spooky" in early 1968 as well. It was released as the B-side to her single "How Can I Be Sure" in 1970.
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Dusty Springfield (1970)
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