"I Thank You" was written by Isaac Hayes and David Porter and originally recorded by Sam & Dave in early 1968. It was their final release on Stax Records and it went to #9 on the Billboard charts. ZZ Top covered the song for their 1979 album "Degüello" and released it as single the following year. While it only peaked at #36 (and becoming ZZ Top's second Top 40 hit) - their version would become a staple on classic rock radio.
ZZ Top (1979)
Hunting down, collecting and learning about the original versions of popular songs started as a hobby years ago. Until YouTube and other video sites came along I was the only one I knew who had access to some of these songs. I would occasionally share with friends who seemed happy to learn about them as well.
These posts started as a fun feature on Facebook but became popular enough that my friends encouraged me to move them to the web so others enjoy as well.
Friday, July 15, 2011
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
California Sun — Joe Jones (1961)
"California Sun" was written by Henry Glover and Morris Levy and was originally recorded in 1961 by New Orleans singer Joe Jones. It peaked at #89 on the charts. The best-known version was recorded in 1964 by The Rivieras, which went as high as #5 on the US Billboard charts. This version found a second life as part of the 1987 "Good Morning Vietnam" soundtrack.
The Rivieras (1964)
The Rivieras (1964)
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