Johnny Rivers - Look To Your Soul

Second song of side one of Johnny's 1968 release LP 'Realization'

[@firecatforty]

I saw my Dad in a whole new way when he said this is his favorite song.

[@heentlasaa9974]

Yes, Johnny Rivers "Realization" Lp Released in 1968, I have this Cassette but learned "Summer Rain & Look to your Soul" from my Brother in Law Deweys Vinyl Lp. I jammed "Memphis, Poor Side of Town & Baby I need your Loving" My friend Ben used to sing "Poor Side of Town," in a Band we were in that played for Firemens Balls & Basketball Tournaments. When Police killed George Floyd and Protests began, I brought out the Realization Lp and played "The way we live." over and over again. This song was written 52 years ago and it still resonated in May 25, 2020. "Look to your Soul" is a Timeless Classic.

[@jackinthegreen5178]

At sixteen, with the war raging on, inside and outside the home, Johnny Rivers Realization came just in time. Every song on this remarkable Masterwork, touches one deep down where it hurts, a healing balm for the Soul----thank you and Jehovah god bless you Johnny for the Gift of a Lifetime!

[@Gary-Florida-Guy]

Still brings tears to my eyes after all these years.

[@RBAILEY57]

It does for me, too. I was 10 years old then, and I'm 64 now.

[@lonnieosbourne818]

same here

[@edwarddraves7893]

Got that right so true words with meaning

[@josephdemenezes1522]

Bring me life back from the future..

[@terezarodrigues3096]

2024 e eu estou como? Ouvindo no último volume do meu fone de ouvido essa relíquia do Johnny Rivers. Lembro que a alguns anos atrás eu levava o cd para o meu trabalho e escutávamos o dia todo😂😂😂. Essa foi a que + me marcou . Eu não sabia a tradução dessa música mas procurei e vi que ela fala exatamente o que sinto agora. .. Simplesmente maravilhosa...meus olhos se encheram de lágrimas 😢

[@RBAILEY57]

It was early Summer of 1968. I was 10 years old, and just completed the 5th grade. The country was coming apart then. MLK, and RFK were assassinated withing 6 weeks of each other. This was one of those songs that came on the radio late at night where we lived. I loved it, then and now. I got to see Johnny in 2017.

[@huckhockey]

sublime. wow i wish my older brother who passed away last year could hear this. He introduced to Johnny Rivers in 1968 RIP bobby haley

[@paulnicolosi4792]

What a beautifully executed bass line. The amazingly superb bassist 'Joe Osborn'... His lines were so tasteful... What an inspiration he was....

[@mikewalter6183]

This Album is one of the Best Albums anyone has put together. Just CLASSIC! It will be within Me till I’m gone from this World….

[@richardtholl5231]

One of his best ever

[@aabacchi]

Look to your soul is a great song and Johnny Rivers recorded it with soul. I never get tired of listen it.

[@fmazzar]

My best friend died a few years back and this was his favorite album. He listened to it when he got home from school, and after supper and before school again. He tried to play the songs on his guitar and he loved especially, "positively 4th Street". We go back to the early 60's and we did everything together, we double dated, went through the hippie thing and we grew up and married and raised our kids together. This music reminds me how important friendship is and how it outlives even death.

[@minnieromero987]

I always go back to listen to my all time favorite album. Johnny Rivers will be in my heart forever!! ULTIMATELY THE BEST !

[@cleristonchargistaandrade]

Me too

[@dustythe2nd188]

My Mom turned me on to Johnny when I was a little girl. I lost my Mom in 1995, she was my best friend as well as the coolest Mom who really loved me & understood me. She turned me on to a few others, more than a few. I miss her. Playing this for you Mom, I miss you so much. I never have been the same without you. RIP Momma. Thanks for the great times.

[@mrkinthdrk325]

My dad was a hip guy, and had some hip friends....I remember going to my "uncle's" house, and him putting a pair of headphones on me, and told me to just listen....through the haze of smoke, and beaded doors.......I was 6, and this album has stayed with me for 45 years.......

[@brucekat53]

great album

[@bear6264]

Thats a Great memory!!

[@lisawells-baker3208]

AWESOME MOMENT THANKS FOR SHARING.....music always has a part to play in where we were, how we thought felt ...etc

[@marymarino3986]

Gumbs feeling it

[@csclok]

Perfect. I love this song and it has stayed with me all these years and I'm now 66 yrs. young. :-)

[@freecatbeme]

THANK YOU JOHNNY RIVERS YOU ARE AWESOME MAN WITH SOUL !

[@TheDMCAL]

This is a most amazing and incredible recording by Johnny Rivers. A haunting and mystique ballad, that just penetrates the soul and mesmerizes. It took me about 40 years to finally track down the recording, from the time I heard it, once only. I did not know the name of the song, but after much research and thanks to the internet, I was able to find it.

[@streetcred1019]

I always LOVED the psychedelic influences in this album. Awe, the memories.

[@jamescasey8065]

...STREETCRED101...Very much dig your sense of the "memories"...Hieroglyphics of the Heart...And night shall fold me in soft wings to dance with the wind...Pax...James Patrick Casey...

[@DrMarianus]

That's heavy man.

[@richardtholl5231]

Best song I’ve ever heard love Johnny

[@77thesnake]

Johnny should be in the RRHOF just based on this album alone, so say nothing of all the other great music he's made and is still doing to this day!

[@davidsurnearsr8249]

Johnny was one of the great voices in all of music and deserves to be in the RRHOF. The 60's and early 70's were a time when the music was real and truly came from the heart

[@pipefitter0127]

I bought this LP on vinyl when it first came out...great songs that you never hear on radio today!

[@glennhfriedman4571]

Loved this entire record !!! Summer Rain and look to your soul were special

[@ritabates4837]

I love most of his songs. This one and Big Sur are my favorites though.

[@dicerasongs]

I had this 45. I really love this song. It stands right up there with "Poor Side Of Town".

[@22ratshot]

Have been hypnotized by this Realization album and the feeling in Johnny's voice since 68. Don't completely understand why it doesn't affect everybody the way it does me. jab353

[@markess489]

I understand what you are saying. This is one of the best LP's of all time.

[@clairecolvin4077]

22ratshot me also... it's a very powerful song

[@clairecolvin4077]

22ratshot : because, it speaks truth.

[@tallballer09]

I agree it is one of the best albums of the early 70s.

[@johntegan51]

22ratshot...I’m with you...certainly in my Top 10

[@markwalls9072]

Bought the realization album in 1968 and it had a profound effect on me. One great track after another. This song and it's introspective theme is one of my favorites.

[@markgough3359]

I too bought this album in '68, speaking about having a profound effect on me, I now consider it to be the best album I have ever purchased or recorded in my lifetime; it's that good

[@shojigoto5718]

J.R. is one of my favorite. his music and his words relaxes me and I go back to happier times. Shoji G.

[@dogbytessf]

I have owned this album since it came out. I've had it in LP, Cassette, 4 & 8 Track, CD and d/l. Timeless and one of the top 10 albums to have come out in the hippie era. Johnny Rivers is one of the least appreciated geniuses of the times and I hope he's had a great life!

[@peterhogan9537]

love the sound of the Blossoms in the back ground.

[@The53rrc]

This song is so fantastic its hard to describe it, just experience it. Some music can't be manifested in words. They affect us in a spiritual way that can only be felt. This whole is on that plane and is one of the greatest albums of all time.

[@johnpyle1313]

Saw him at lndy 19 years ago He is so real. He had all women crying around me with his spiritual songs this song included. It will be with me for the rest of my life

[@glennpennington2465]

@@johnpyle1313 after having a near-death experience, I can totally relate to every aspect of this song, It is so hauntingly beautiful that it gets this dude a little teary too.

[@shirleydunbar6970]

I think the CD is beautiful thank you Johnny Rivers for recording it

[@randallkennedy2589]

Soulful cut by the great Johnny Rivers.

[@jayselberg2522]

I loved this song, it meant so much to me when I was young.

[@daviddickey1994]

My older brother gave this album to me, then stole it back. He was like that. I understand why he wanted it. One great record.

[@monicacubberly-early1901]

Always wonderful and inspirational and relevant are you Johnny! Thank you so much Still relevant and important from Patrick

[@casper1918]

I bought this album in high school. The lyrics on many of the songs combined with the beautiful music always touched me. And they still do almost 45 years later.

[@Mrhatmandu]

After watching the movie, "The Wrecking Crew" I can't listen to this song without picturing Carole Kaye playing the bass intro. Absolutely beautiful.

[@JJ4Short]

Johnny Rivers is the sage of the "free love" generation. His songs are not only musically appealing, but contain words of wisdom for living and can truly warm the soul.

[@jab353]

Well said!

[@daleharapat4440]

No one can sing this good... He is playing with the words..His voice is a profound instrument in love with the emotion feeling and sound... It's a marriage of beauty, humanity and spirit... I cannot think of a more beautiful song than this one by any artist..a master at interpretation and sound.. The man is a fricken genius.. Johnny Rivers.

[@TheRoguedisciple]

I first heard this song in the mid 80's in my early teens. I found it on a 45 in a thrift store. I always liked psychedelic music but this song was what made me want explore that kind of music further. This song had a huge influence on the way I viewed things. The greatest song ever.

[@glennpennington2465]

Johnny Rivers was definitely not psychedelic. He was in that era but I've never ever heard that Johnny Rivers was psychedelic

[@glennpennington2465]

Spiritual awareness in a song doesn't make somebody psychedelic

[@DrMarianus]

@@glennpennington2465 But he was groovy.

[@jimrankin7334]

@@glennpennington2465 Never thought of this song as psychedelic, but now as I listen for it, I do hear some instances of relatively subtle psychedelia in this song that really enhance an already superb song. Fantastic song all around!

[@DrMarianus]

Hey bro, I was in Nam, Danang a couple of years after and this song kind of kept me grounded, along with other things. This song is timeless. I hope young people hear it more and get something from it.

[@edwarddraves7893]

Welcome home Bro 👍💪

[@anthonygarcia8424]

Same, same! Pleiku '69-70

[@anniewright9966]

Thank you for your service. I'm glad you found this song and that it helped you.

[@michaellazzeri9439]

51+ years & this song is as good & as meaningful as it was, back then. Some songs really are timeless. ---------------------MJL, 75 y/o

[@77thesnake]

I had to buy 4 copies of Realization, just because they got so worn out from playing. Johnny Rivers is my all time favorite singer, and always will be. I never get tired of his voice. I now have several cds of this album, including one Johnny released on his Soul City label a few years ago. He still performs live. Check out his web site for concert dates.

[@user-zo9wf2wn9m]

This album is iconic.

[@freecatbeme]

all of my life I been playin the game ! johnny rivers you got me thru my younger life ! thank you for that ! I love all of your music. I miss the redwoods as I had to move away !

[@elianeoliveira6034]

Como estará o meu amado Johnny Rivers? Há muito não vejo postagens sôbre êle. Saudades!💙

[@pkappel006]

Johnny was so ahead of this time of music and his standard setting for his material was just stunning. his sound in all bhis tunes at that time were unbelievable

[@squrit100]

anytime i want to just mellow out i listen to this album. i think it's the greatest!

[@BuzzDailey]

Back in the Nam war, we all had Zippo lighters with the words, "To live you must nearly die" on them. This song was very popular to us who serve then.

[@michaellazzeri9439]

In '70, I must have played this album 1000 times, at least. It was musical magic. I still have the album, to this day. ------------MJL< 75 y/o

[@troysimons7361]

I love songs from ASCAP publisher members, such as the Leeds Music Corporation and the Pickwick Music Corporation.

[@jaimeramirez5514]

This is his very best song. There was a period of really good music from 1967-69 ("Summer Rain" to "Muddy River") when Johnny was at his best, even if they weren't his biggest hits.

[@lainegordon5831]

Jaime Ramirez This song is pure silk with meaning. People have no clue of his seeing how he is going to set up a song

[@MSBRENDAJ]

I have LOVED this song for an eternity.

[@johnknottenbelt2502]

One of the most "honest" albums by Johnny Rivers. After all check the album Title ! It also contains according to Bob Dylan, the best version of Positively 4th Street, he has heard. And that's not all ! Listen to this album with ears wide open & "with your Soul". This album is one that "talks" to one.

[@deeannritter9624]

THATS A NICE MEMORY ...

[@alnash2247]

Johnny's best album in my humble opinion!

[@cleristonchargistaandrade]

Yep! I agree. I was 15 years old, 1968, when I heard and it was my definitive influence to be a composer and rock singer.

[@regianegomes.8399]

Que voz maravilhosa, Linda música, Jhony rivers 😘😘,Meu pai tinha os discos de vinil, eu adorava ouvir essas músicas românticas 😘

[@denisehedden5108]

🥀WOW This goes deep with emotional impact from his life. It's a beautiful song and he's was so wonderful. Amazing lyrics vocals and music amazing artist in the music industry🥀✌

[@johnbrowne2170]

Got this album by mistake through a record club. Loved it.

[@tornadopap]

This album is one of my most cherished. What a great compilation of music by a truly great artist in JR.

[@markcurtis7390]

Such a smooth sound; not much airplay back in the day. Perhaps JR'S best,IMO.

[@loishill9064]

WHERE HAS OUR BEAUTIFULMR. JOHNNY RIVERS GONE.CANNOT FIND OUT HOW HE IS.I HAVE EVERYTHING I CAN FIND DOWNLOADED OR RECORDED BUT I MISS HEARING HOW HE IS DOING?? WE ALL KNOW HE HAS SEMI- RETIRED.JUST STEP OUT SOMEWHERE & THE EVER PRESENT NEWS MEDIA WILL SHOW US THE BEST EVER MUSIC I EVER LISTENED TO IS JOHNNY RIVERS. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏🏼

[@jasonferreira5310]

Sou fã de carteirinha deste grande cantor, recordo os bailinhos de minha adolescência quando a gente dançava de rosto colado com as meninas. Era Feliz e não sabia. Jason/Goiânia GO. Brazil

[@genesylvester5680]

One of Johnny rivers's most beautiful songs and powerful song that he ever sang the year was 1968 when it came out the great song you never hear too much

[@johnguardadosr.404]

Thanks I tube! For sharring Johnny Rivers greatess hits🎶🎵👍

[@garyhoerauf7649]

I am like 22ratshot. This album has always gotten into my soul when I hear it. Going to see Johnny Rivers in concert in September 2021. 4 WEEKS TO GO. Last time I saw him was in the 60"s at Whiskey a go go

[@auldsk8r]

This song is a real musical gem!

[@fredburnips3572]

Still me after all these years.

[@inaciaareco5505]

I Love Johnny....Forever

[@waltetbuso8299]

UMA VERDADEIRA OBRA PRIMA CLÁSSICA DE JOHNNY RIVERS....REALIZATION UM ÁLBUM MAJESTOSO...

[@cleristonchargistaandrade]

Um de meus 10 favoritos. Isso considerando Gênesis, Beatles, Yes, Dylan, Miles Davis hehe

[@johnnyfernando3475]

@@cleristonchargistaandrade cara, são meus artistas favoritos tbm kk

[@cvmaio5101]

Uma das mais lindas músicas que já ouvi . Feliz nós que crescemos ouvindo belas canções .

[@jonasdopeixe]

Que música maravilhosa. Composição do Jimmy Hendricks. Letra divina e interpretação soberba do Johnny Rivers. Que saudade!

[@PaulinoGPFilho]

Correto, ótima interpretação, tempos bons que não voltam mais.

[@jimrankin7334]

Yes, James (Jim, Jimmy) Hendricks was an excellent composer, writing several of Johnny Rivers' best songs as well as songs for others. But don't mistake him for Jimi Hendrix.

[@denisehedden13]

🥀Amazing oldies but goodie🥀My Mama loved this song🥀☝️

[@DavidWillis1957]

one of my favorite songs by Johnny Rivers. thanks for sharing.

[@richardtholl5231]

Great song

[@LilySandoval-vs4fe]

To my Kraig 😄, Life IS worth living ; even if it's too lonely out there 😶

[@richardtholl5231]

Love him always have

[@Wolfsky9]

Another classic, by Johnny Rivers, & Marty Paich. I must have played it 500 times, easily. ---------------Tami, you know, this is all about you.--------------------------WolfSky9, 74 y/o

[@matthewcanney4211]

Don't care if I get any thumbs up I like the song

[@dannymeyer3256]

Glen I remember you sharing this. We have a very strong connection. ❤️

[@thestick52]

Wonderful album, sweet old days... ❤️ Greetings from sunny Florianopolis, Brazil

[@MSBRENDAJ]

He's had his difficulties, he's only human. Oh, what I would''ve given to have seen him in concert had I not been so sheltered when I was young. Oh well, here we are and here is his music, some things you just have to be grateful for.

[@shirleydunbar8825]

You are so amazing and very talented, when I listen to your music it makes my day a very happy one. Thank you for sharing

[@sergiomachado2332]

My favorite!

[@izzy_is_oran9eyt694]

Izzy love's rock 🎸 💘 Enjoy 1968.

[@dannymeyer3256]

One of the first songs you shared Glenn. Beautiful song. Hope you are doing well I re read your last email telling me I don’t listen to you and you telling me goodbye. You kept your word with that goodbye.

[@BuzzDailey]

You got, my man. The music was so much better in our time. Welcome Home, my friend. Semper Fi.

[@viragovtwin]

And yet another vivid reminder of opertunities lost in the confusion!

[@izzy_is_oran9eyt694]

Izzy loves rock 🎸 💘 Enjoy 1968.

[@lawrenceelliott2890]

Love!

[@tdpjjb1939]

Yes would give anything to go back to change so many things. Love this Lp. Have this Lp.

[@irmasmith8161]

Really Beautiful. Heartfelt.

[@hajohill2004]

My all time favorite Johnny Rivers song.

[@MSBRENDAJ]

Such a beautiful person, man, inside and out I'd say.

[@judyhorn6715]

I love Johnny Rivers voice

[@richardpertuit7343]

Great album. Had it in 8 track and I wore 2 of them out in the 60s.

[@regianegomes.8399]

LINDA Música de Johnny Rivers 😘😘

[@007kosty]

This might just be the greatest album cut with the most meaning that never became a hit. When I first heard this on 8 Track Tape it blew me away. Still like it a lot

[@terencewinters2154]

Giving up the need to say I.

[@Broonzied]

Another highlight from an album of highlights.

[@BrianZelley]

A Fantastic Message.

[@freecatbeme]

'TO LIVE YOU MUST NEARLY DIE GIVE UP THE NEED TO SAY I LOOK TO YOUR SOUL'PROPHETIC. MY FIRST FAVORITE SINGER ! FOREVER TOO.

[@Wolfsky9]

Such a gorgeous song------------and album--------------" Realization " & " Rewind " were THE albums of my life, in the late 60's, & early 70's. They were------------& are, 4-ever, the albums of a girl named Tami---------------& the years, & tears, of Tami & I. ------------------------WolfSky9, 73 y/o

[@Wolfsky9]

No mention of this album--------" Rewind ", or " Changes " should ever be made without grateful thanks to long time producer, arranger, Marty Paich, who's gorgeous arrangements & production made Johnny's music what it was in the late 60's------beautiful. Marty Paich was an " Old -Pro", a man who had been around in the business since the early 50's . he had worked with Gloria Lynne , Nina Simone, & Dinah Washington. He knew how best to bring Johnny's voice into the culture of the late 60's, & did so, with note-perfect arrangements, background singers, echo-chamber recording, & perfect orchestration. ---------He was a pro's pro. ---------WolfSky9