Johnny Rivers "Memphis Tennessee"

American Bandstand. July 11, 1964

[@joswisher2353]

I am with you I believe Johnny River should be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame amen

[@tipsywizard7865]

The fact that he isn’t is a travesty

[@andrewyoung2796]

Rhof really is a joke

[@charlottejohnson9878]

Johnny Rivers needs to be put in the ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME

[@Jss316]

Hello Charlotte, how are things going with you?

[@jefftarvin187]

He's amazing

[@Kathy-bk6cg]

I'm still waiting for that to happen 😕 I don't understand why he's not

[@raywhite4146]

This song was Elvis Presley's. Elvis Presley and Johnny Rivers were friends. Johnny Rivers stole the song from Elvis. Elvis Presley brought Johnny Rivers to his home. And could not wait but play Memphis Tennessee. For his friend Johnny Rivers. Call Johnny Rivers could do is rant and rave how great it. Elvis was kicking ass with this on. Elvis told Donnie everything's all worked out I'm getting ready to record the song. 1964 it would have been a number one hit for Elvis. And he would have made 50% on the royalties of the. That's how Colonel Parker had everything set up when I was dead recordings. But anyways the next thing you know I was heard the song on the radio Johnny River singing Memphis Tennessee. No it was disappointed because he stole the song. Alice did not make any fuss over it. Ella said if he needs the song that bad let him have. Thing was Elvis could have use that song in 1964 he continues to hit. Because ours was doing nothing but movies. Elvis lived in Memphis Tennessee so that's why it would have been a great trademark for Elvis. Chuck Berry and I wish her friends. And it was all arranged for Elvis to do the song. I do not know how Johnny Rivers got away by doing that. If all the publishers and everybody knew that I was going to cut it. I heard the story today, because of Memphis Mafia wrote it in their book. Johnny Rivers try to deny it say that's not how it went down. But all the guys around Elvis said bullshit. I guess those big thing I guess it was a big thing. I was never told nobody I was never told the press or nothing. I'm going to check more into it. But go listen to Elvis Presley's version of Memphis Tennessee. The way Johnny Rivers is doing his exact way Elvis was recording it so Donnie river is copied everything from Elvis arrangement.

[@dazednotconfused1503]

could not agree more

[@user-ff7rz8lq9t]

Johnny Rivers is fantastic. Such a rhythmic song I have loved it for decades

[@Deejayboy]

The genius songwriting of Chuck Berry combined with one of the most under-rated pop singers of the 60s. Johnny Rivers - one of the best.

[@markross7385]

That's cause Rivers stole the song. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bX2QhqZniLmckNk

[@garyolsen3409]

One of the best.

[@lgeubs]

Cool guitarist, too. That guitar break is iconic.

[@markross7385]

@@lgeubs he can even play it without being plugged in.

[@shilohdean-qi2oi]

I've been a musician for many years about 60 62 and you're right Johnny Rivers was one of the greats and people really do underestimate the guy's talent

[@rnhealer6044]

I agree that Johnny Rivers was underrated and he should have been inducted into the Hall of Fame. This is only one of his many great hits. I wore out his records back then.

[@brianunderdahl7974]

Johnny Rivers NOT in the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame? How! Why! If Johnny Rivers DOESN'T get inducted in the H. O. F. Then something is VERY wrong, he definitely deserves to be in, the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame!

[@rebekahbeaty6650]

I wish to God he would get put in the Rockn Roll Hall of Fame SOON. If anybody deserves to be he does.

[@williamward2571]

I remember Johnny Rivers from the radio station WLAC way back, today I am 71 in 2023. I truly appreciate the song Poor Side Of Town

[@majorhall7091]

How is this man NOT in the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame ??

[@kodiakandgrizzlybears3787]

Why should he be there??

[@adammorales8474]

I really believe it because Johnny stole that song from Elvis Presley in 1964 .

[@caroltaylor7894]

Johnny Rivers was one cool cat. Loved his music.

[@michaelousley2289]

Yeah man I agree. One cool cat.

[@JO-gr5bp]

Amen !

[@c.s.mcleod7383]

Was?

[@michaelousley2289]

@@c.s.mcleod7383 Uh like when was the last hit? Nitpick somewhere else “ pal”

[@maxbuetler4064]

This is not "his music". This belongs to Chuck Berry. Just like Elvis Presley miraculously became "King of Rock and roll....Lol

[@colbyb999]

Johnny Rivers is without question one of the most underrated musicians and guitar players not just from the 60's, but all time.

[@edd7812]

He can even play guitar that's not plugged in!

[@rubyred93chev]

@Joan In Florida _not sure if you watched Dick Clark's 'American Bandstand' over the years, but most music artists did not play live. (Johnny Rivers was barely 22 here, so when you looked like this, all you had to do was show up). One of the greatest musicians from the 1960s for sure._

[@rubyred93chev]

@Joan In Florida _that's one thing about the internet, and this amazing platform; once you put something in writing it's there for an eternity. (Side note: trying to be 'glib' about a Johnny River's performance on Dick Clark's show isn't sarcastic, it's just not cool). Yeah, he sounded like his record, yes his guitar wasn't plugged in. It's 1964(and Dick Clark's guests rarely, if ever performed 'live'). He was barely 22 here, and not sure about you, but he was incredibly easy on the eyes._

[@rubyred93chev]

@Joan In Florida _Even better, the name you see here is mine(not some made up euphemism). Since you seem to be computer literate, spend some time looking all across KZbin.(I seriously have nothing to hide, especially not sincerity, or genuineness)._

[@davidreed3357]

Can't argue with that

[@martinfoster3426]

Johnny River,s was very underrated. What a great guitar player&singer-make no mistake about it!👍👍👍👈

[@dreemeagle]

good looking fellow, too;

[@jamesgee9738]

Absolutely!!! Clean song the way he did it.

[@nicholasmuro1742]

But the git-tar wasn't even plugged in tho.

[@danhouy4626]

He deserves recognition .A talented performer.

[@jessegalvan6344]

Get him in the ROCK IN ROLL HALL OF FAME, VOTE FOR HIM WHO'S IN!!

[@larrygooch6233]

I'm in I was only a kid when I heard him on the radio and saw him on t v but liked him ever sense.

[@mylindacasbarro777]

He sung from his Heart it didn’t matter to him, who liked it!

[@youmaus]

How timeless...the song is about separation from his daughter not his lover.

[@mexicanusrex9418]

I've cried to this song many times, i heard it before I was a dad and cried more when this happened to me, now my daugther is with me!

[@MusicDude86]

People seem to forget this, but Johnny Rivers was one of the most successful musical acts of the 60's. At a time when radio was flooded with sounds of the British Invasion, Johnny put out great sounding party records, not to mention some wonderful ballads like Poor Side of Town and Summer Rain. Awesome musician, producer and performing artist!

[@marx819]

Is he down tuned half step?

[@debbiel6038]

U BETCHA,,,,,,,,,,,,,MY SWEET MEMORIES!

[@bigbuffler5074]

Kudos, Dude! Better'n I could have said it!!!

[@RonYoungAsElvis]

YES THOSE WERE GREAT TIMES GREAT MUSIC R&B MOTOWN EVEN COUNTRY HAD GREAT ARTIST THOSE WERE THE DAYS MY FRIEND !!!!!AND I'D LIKE TO ADD GOOD TO SEE AND HEAR DICK CLARK HE WAS A REAL GROUND BREAKER IN HIS DAY R. I. P. MR. CLARK!!

[@JerryStanaway]

Ironically, Johnny never became popular in England.

[@bandicoot5412]

Johnny Rivers, was a key component of the sixties. One of my favorite real rockers, and survivors plus.

[@tomcomiskey6350]

Saw him in Nam.

[@patriciajrs46]

@@tomcomiskey6350 Thank you for your service.

[@MelMeltalks31]

He stole the song from elvis Presley

[@Gilbert_Dice_Gottfried]

@@MelMeltalks31 as if. Johnny rivers completely owned this song. Chuck berry, Elvis, anyone else who played it would most likely agree.

[@ikewp901]

@@Gilbert_Dice_Gottfried Johnny does a great job with a great Chuck song, however, he was a "friend" of Elvis and while visiting Elvis at home, Elvis, excited, but somewhat naively played Johnny the acetate of what was going to be his next single....next thing, a version by Johnny was rushed out ahead of Elvis....Johnny says he had recorded it for release on an album and it was his manager and record company's decision to release it as a single when they did. According to Elvis's friends, EP was pi$$ed, and JR was banned from his home, but he calmed down and said "if he needs the hit that much let him have it" EP's guitar player JB said Elvis still respected JR and they spoke again later in the 70s. Elvis only released alternative versions on albums. However, he can be heard singing it live with what might have been his original arrangement(similar to what JR released)

[@sjjcws]

Best version of the song---in my opinion. More energy and vibrancy than the others.

[@markross7385]

That's cause he stole the song from the best. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bX2QhqZniLmckNk

[@frankpaterson9786]

Have you heard Dave Berry's version?

[@sjjcws]

@@frankpaterson9786 No. I'll check it out.

[@kennethrainero8664]

George Thorogood would like a word with you..,

[@dwightcrooks4976]

Hail to the King, baby.

[@AdrianbCozad]

❤Class of 71❤ here in 2024❤😊

[@mel_ann7119]

Pure Class...with all the negative hurtful songs this is so uplifting....the good old days 👌🎶💙

[@bobsimmons4337]

50 year from now this song will still be a classic

[@sjoldtimer]

It was a classic when Johnny Rivers recorded it. He introduced me, with this song, to Chuck Berry.

[@zenonlopezwallace568]

50 years from now we will all dead my friend

[@terryamaral3941]

@@zenonlopezwallace568 Not our kids.

[@waynejohanson1083]

even 500 years.

[@RPSTABLE]

Zenon Lopez wallace we may all be dead but the song will live on.

[@VM-gg1ox]

So many great memories and wonderful songs (Poor Side of Town, Secret Agent Man, Mountain of Love) - Johnny Rivers ROCKED!

[@raymondloya175]

My pops turned me on to johnny in the 90s jamming 😎👍🏼

[@user-zd1fv3us9o]

Johnnie rivers is still around and still plays

[@johnring6063]

1

[@peggybroady8500]

I grew up in the 50s and 60s. This is oldschool rock music for me.

[@maxhoumann6507]

that's right ☺️

[@bradfordsmith5942]

Johnny was absolutely wonderful through out his career. Thank you sir for all you did for American Music!!!

[@luluwinke6581]

AB SO LU TE LY

[@jettrink7510]

Longest lasting performer in showbusiness, a living legend.

[@cliffevans9858]

Bob Dylan

[@PauI_Guitar]

@@cliffevans9858 JR -since 1956. Dylan -1958.

[@curtcrowe9125]

@@PauI_Guitar Tony Bennett

[@curtcrowe9125]

>Tony Bennett

[@firefightergoggie]

What a polite guy. Nice to see a modest person with that kind of talent.

[@scottmactavish9716]

This song never fails to bring tears to my eyes!

[@Yesica1993]

Same!

[@demarrmelton5507]

A great musican who never got the credit he earned

[@tonycento1084]

what an amazing, brilliant, guitarist Johnny Rivers is !! GO JOHNNY GO !!!!!

[@alisonmartinez7288]

Got to see him in outdoor 4th od July concert Clearwater Florida years ago. So much fun

[@lisasmith767]

Back when musicians had real talent. This song is a little before my time but it’s fantastic!!🎶🎶

[@747-pilot]

It’s WELL before my time (I’m 44 about to turn 45), but like you said NOTHING compares to music from the 60s and 70s!! Thank God my tastes in music come from influence from my older cousins and my dad!!!!

[@andrewstallard6927]

It's before my time too (I'm 51) but I remember my mother playing it.

[@dazza6917]

Wayyy before my time to. Im 28 but you cant get better music than this

[@judithfox2435]

A Chuck Berry song. But Johnny does a good job. Big fan.

[@shamusmcgee861]

it's before my time and i'm 65 !!!

[@carlos.r7597]

How great still sounds nowadays. Humble and cool man.🔥👌🏽

[@JC-gw3yo]

Johnny Rivers was such a great talent and a treat to listen to..

[@Ademarco9003]

I cannot believe Johnny Rivers is not it the Rock& Roll Hall of Fame. He really deserves to be there

[@elenaferreira6521]

Anthony DeMarco m..

[@jordan390a]

One of hundreds....

[@RonYoungAsElvis]

I AGREE !!!!!

[@woodrowmagnus2535]

That's because the Hall of Shame is run by a bunch of Idiots! Neither is Grand Funk Railroad in, and they were the best hard rock band that America ever produced. The Hall of Shame in Cleveland, Ohio has no credibility!

[@dobypilgrim6160]

Anthony DeMarco What the hell!!!!!!!?????

[@shirleydunbar6970]

I can watch this video of Johnny Rivers singing this song over and over and over every single day and never never get tired of it.

[@larryenglish7366]

Because your an " older woman "

[@shirleydunbar8825]

@@larryenglish7366 I guess so

[@philipnorris6542]

Nice one, Shirley.

[@jesgarcia9556]

Me to n he is fron Baton Rouge la.

[@kande6916]

I remember my much older Uncles playing this song when I was a kid and never forgot it!! I love it and Johnny Rivers as much then as now!!!! Thanks for the music!!

[@markross7385]

Here's the true story. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bX2QhqZniLmckNk

[@esthergarcia1373]

Love Johnny Rivers. He’s such a wonderful singer and performer. 🎸🎼❤🙏🌟

[@shirleydunbar1020]

Never get tired of listening to Johnny Rivers sing thanks for posting

[@traedoncook1174]

My father always played this growing up and now I’m listening to this and he passed away few months ago... 💯💙

[@helle2063]

Me and my son ,he is 15 years old ,just love this music,🤗..sorry about your father, may he Rest In Peace 😔

[@ldbagwell]

Ahhh! So sorry, lost my pop 12 years ago

[@lisa.user-xm7kz2tb6x]

TRIGGA, best wishes.

[@gilbertosaldana8234]

Sorry for your Father...🙏

[@holgerwagner5844]

Go on

[@michaelclark4043]

If Johnny Rivers guitar doesn't give you shivers I don't know what will.

[@wesleycook7687]

I like this Chuck Berry classic by Johnny. His better stuff came later but blending Lonny Mack's guitar style with Chuck's lyrics was what made this song. And yes ,he deserves to be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

[@joe-kz4bc]

johnny never got the accolades he deserved. he put out some great music and had his own singing style.

[@timothytaylor5580]

He is one of the great ones!!

[@fransdielis2532]

I was a fan back then!

[@sandsoftime1954]

So let me think about this now. Guy was on every T.V. show many, many times including Ed Sullivan, American Bandstand, Shin-dig, Hullaballoo, Where the Action is and maybe even the Judy Garland Show. More gold records than you have fingers and toes. Believe it or not people still pay to hear him perform. Amazing

[@brianlamberts756]

@@sandsoftime1954 I would!

[@sandsoftime1954]

@@brianlamberts756 So wood I ,Brian.

[@danisullivan1861]

Rock and Roll hall of fame ..Johnny Rivers needs to be honored and recognized.!!

[@laurarace5429]

He should be recognized as one of the Best singers and guitar players in USA!!!

[@Kelly-nm4kw]

Hello Laura, How are you doing?

[@getube9]

Johny was my first concert. Still kicks ass!

[@duckman6819]

Original blue eyed soul singers with a touch of country

[@tarnsand]

Elvis once said in an interview that this was one of his favourite songs.

[@JerryStanaway]

I read somewhere that Elvis was angry with Johnny for having a hit with this Chuck Berry song before he (Elvis) had a chance to.

[@SKY-jv9ue]

Who that, Elvis?

[@JerryStanaway]

Elvis Costello, the famous member of the Abbott and Costello comedy team.

[@ashe001]

Jerry Stanaway actually what happened was Elvis recorded his version before Johnny. While RCA was sitting on it, waiting to release, Johnny visited Elvis, heard the pressed demo by Elvis and recorded his own version using Elvis' arrangement as a guide. It was released before Elvis' and went on to #2 on the charts. After that, Johnny was on Elvis' shit list.

[@ChimeraAZ]

Jerry Stanaway: Yes,Elvis was so mad that Johnny went on his hit list,and he was persona non grata from then on.lol!

[@cattuslavandula]

Love Johnny Rivers. His music has such a great feel. It's at home in a club or a concert venue, but also at the local VFW or a backyard barbeque. And his ballads are wonderful.

[@marknorwood7521]

Never gets old. Unsurpassed talent.

[@j.w.3345]

Seems pretty basic to me.

[@m.vonhollen6673]

@@j.w.3345Yes, now it seems “pretty basic” but it had to start somewhere and sometime, right? The talents of today stand on the shoulders of those who came before them.

[@191150john]

fantastic these guy's had no digital effects etc etc just raw brilliant music!!!!!

[@jimmyshirley3055]

I grew up listening to Johnny Rivers, but never knew what he looked like, until yesterday. Liked ALL his hits, including "Memphis"

[@alfredbouchard1751]

Jimmy Shirley ventures

[@rhondawilliams7129]

When I was 5 years old back in 1978,my parents split and every time this song Came on the radio i would think about my dad .my mom had full custody of me and no visitation.id cry every time I heard it and Still do

[@johnnyrivers261]

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[@amreenejas2599]

Can’t get enough of this song!! ❤️

[@jerrymorgan6036]

love that guitar sound, the voice knocks it out as well,,,

[@gene7803]

Nov 2nd 2019, Houston Texas, fulfilling a bucket list, going to see Johnny Rivers in concert

[@michelkaatman415]

So he is still alive and giggin??

[@methree8507]

gene cornwell enjoy

[@patrickryan1515]

That deep smile and glint in his eyes shows he really love the music he played.

[@Joel13Mart]

Quel rythme et quelle voix !!! Magnifique pour écouter et surtout pour danser le rock 'n' roll !!! Il allie une belle voix swinguée et un rythme sans pareil qui mêle blues et rock. Que du bonheur !!!

[@prairieniger]

Played this every Wednesday for 5 years and never got tired of it.

[@pederlettstroem980]

He was the artist that made the ”Whiskey a go go” the most famous music club in the whole world! And that is enough to introduce hon into the Hall of Fame. But now there is just prestige from those who decide. I listen to Johnny from time to time, will do that for the rest of my life, because you can close your eyes, and you do know, right on the spot, that you hear Johnny singing! And he is also a super guitar player ( it looks sooo easy, when he plays the guitar). Go Johnny go!

[@robtex1947]

Saw him the whiskey in 1967, he was the opening act for the Doors the week "Light My Fire" was released.

[@duffgordon9005]

agreed, you know the copper placard of the Whisky tells all doubters who was number one JOHNNY RIVERS/is in the top / He was doing this 50/s 60/s stuff but in a few years the Doors, lOVE, fAIRPORT CONVENTYION, THE NEW WAVE, bUT jOHNNY HAD FILLED IT EVERY NIGHT WITHY "OUTDATED MUSIC. But to compete, JR's hippy record is a revolution- the Highly rated Realization, which scored 6???? He did every genre, but there is something about the man, the voice, trhe 'easy guitar' not a singwriiter per say, i think because of perfectioniosm. But the one he wropte and they held onto, gave him that number one, and when we listen to ity, IT IS PERFECTION.The poor side of town. Being renounmced by the "club" is almost a badge of honor. They all; know he never had a band but used the best in the biz, THINK HOW SMART THAT IS!! Jim Gordon is in his monterey pieces, Hal Blaine. He was so ahead of his time, he signs the soon to be hitmaker gets his own label, signs the Dimensions who hhave a couple massive hits, Phoenix Jr's try then Glenn Campell- BOOM, takes on

[@libertarianlife3651]

He also opened and owned the goddamned place;.

[@peterdeis1487]

Don't forget the Gizzarri dancers. Couchgrouch

[@bdoon51]

Never heard of those dancers. I was way to young for clubs and too old for discos ( on my 20s)..Stopped taking alcohol and other drugs and stopped going to clubs. However as 13/14 year old I worked cleanup duty for Led Zeppelin, Who ( same concert), Who again, Doors, Willie Nelson, Jethro Tull, Ten Years after, Santana ( twice) but only saw Hendrix at Woodstock ( terrible acoustics) and missed Cream entirely. Years later Carlos again ACDC Blue Oysters Bruce Springsteen, Dr John, different version of Jefferson Airplane had tickets to Stones twice ( had 12 tickets for Capital Center show...always sold my Stones to kets to rich college girls) Though Hendrix and Carlos were my favs, Springsteen put on Best show. Very best all around Gato Barbieri ( RIP) Though he could not speak English, my Latin wife and him talked for half hour. I would have let Gato fuck her...but I doubt he had the energy after his first show at Blues Alley.

[@janetbentley6602]

I loved riding with my Dad and this came on the radio. I'm from Memphis. I love it.

[@Jss316]

Hello Janet, how are things going with you?

[@user-sc5ly3oj1n]

Wonderful performance! Thank you!

[@dalepritchard3335]

Such a timeless classic.

[@billtex07]

Man, this guy is great! Brings back sooo many memries of my youth. He plays guitar (for real). He plays his own solos (for real). And follows the camera cues to a tee. Put him in the HoF, damnit!!

[@Nobody_Important_Yea]

Lip syncing, guitar not plugged in.

[@angeortizfelix5410]

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[@johndoedoe8812]

@ billtex:👍Hell Yeah!! Nothing But Cool, Unpretentious Talent!!😎

[@gregghorner9107]

@@Nobody_Important_YeaYeah, but that's what they had to do when they appeared on TV in those days.

[@peanutbutter2597]

I love his style of playing the guitar 🎸 very smooth 😊

[@paullee2177]

Remember listening to this song when I was in acft. maint. tech school at Sheppard AFB, Wichita Falls, TX summer of 1964.

[@josephpetrino1741]

"Johnny Rivers at the Whiskey Au Go Go" is one of the great albums of the early 60's. It's almost forgotten today and that is a real shame.

[@marybetz1775]

HE WAS GREAT. LOVE HIS MUSIC. ♥️♥️♥️🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶

[@mobilepsycho]

Everything is right and cool with this performance by this man. Rock on Johnny! Thanks Chuck!

[@deborahthunderhawk5569]

I grew up as a kid, listening to this song at age 7. This song reminds me of my mom. I think Johnny Rivers sings this song the best.

[@Kelly-nm4kw]

Hello Deborah, How are you doing?

[@janicehopperton9538]

I am so addicted. I can't stop listening. I love all of his songs.

[@johnnyrivers261]

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[@dianechavez3394]

My beloved Grandmother Charlotte loved this song. She was born in Pinos Altos New Mexico in 1897. She died in 1972. She was The Best!

[@johnnyrivers261]

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[@kpb0605]

This legend should be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. No questions asked!

[@jeffpenney6489]

Why would this man not be in the rock and roll hall of Fame.

[@martinluna9108]

Johnny was one of my first live rock and roll experiences and still holds up.

[@Bruce15485]

One of my favourite recording artists of all time. Should be in the Rock and Role hall of fame ! Great song writer, Vocalist and guitarist. So many great hits !

[@janamckay]

Fell in love with him and his music in the sixties. Saw him whenever he came to Phoenix. He is still my man!

[@aloisemason3044]

What a. Music legend..Johnny Rivers a genius at playing his guitar and getting phenomenal music out in circulation to all fans..great entertainer and outstanding performance..

[@billyclub56]

About '75, me & my buddy snuck thru a back door, at the theater, in Knotts Berry Farm. Introduced ourselves to him & he shook our hands & gave us a moment. Pretty cool for a couple of teenagers

[@DirtyBeefCurtains]

billyclub56 that's so awesome!!

[@mountainhellyn6124]

Dirty Beef Curtains club SX to the right direction slamitdownhard&fast. =R,O,NDO

[@marlenathornsbeary2800]

billyclub56 your very lucky.

[@minskimia]

Secret Agent Man was the coolest! I had the 8 track blasting in my 68 GTO!

[@dunmuso6736]

Did you hear the Devo version from 1974? That is a trip.

[@thrummer1953]

Wow, you had a Goat! I'm a little jealous. I had a '68 Ambassador. It did have a Craig floor-mount 8-track. And it was great at the Drive-in.

[@minskimia]

@@thrummer1953 Yep I had one and like an idiot I sold it to buy an engagement ring for my excuse of a ex wife..lol

[@thrummer1953]

@minskimia That's kind of a tragedy. Love can make a young man crazy.

[@SuperFaceman23]

and i played it in my 71 challenger rt while in the navy

[@bobsingh9093]

I have been listening this song over and over and just love it. I grew up in 60's songs every night club were playing this song. good old days.

[@GuitarlosCarlos]

I HAD THIS LP UPON RELEASE AD IT’S STILL A FAVORITE ALBUM OF MINE

[@emz9242]

I'm 28 year's old and this is my most favorite song 😂😎

[@MrSmokeydog]

Just to think that this man with his style of music was performing at the same venue as the Doors were at the same time in history is rather mind boggling.

[@debbiewilkins1623]

My Dad and Mom had Johnny Rivers’ album 💿 Live at The Whiskey-A-Go Go. I remember playing that album so much that I almost wore it out. My sister and I would dance to about every song on it. Lol. Sometimes Mom would join in dancing with us. We lost Dad in March of 2014 then Mom followed him in November of 2014. That was the worst year of our lives! How I miss them still. I would give about anything to be able to have those days of my youth back again!

[@judyhorn6715]

This takes me back a few years . Loved him then and love him now ,LOL

[@johnnyrivers261]

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[@judyhorn6715]

@@johnnyrivers261 Wow, this post has not just made my day but my week and hoping there’s a venue that will bring you to Kentucky LOL

[@Jss316]

@@judyhorn6715 Hello Judy, how are things going with you?

[@loktom4068]

Way to go. It sounds just as fresh today as yesterday. Great telant.

[@jamesmanuel4628]

Lok Tom mmm o.o ok o.k.

[@nickgdefrancesco4080]

I always like Johnny Rivers he was a good guy this is Nickie again have a good day

[@violetmiller9999]

What an oldie but goodie! I LOVE this song.

[@Yesica1993]

I've loved this song since I was a kid. This is the first time ever seeing the singer!

[@keithkeown2285]

Wow, the rhythm, the looks, the cool delivery and rock and roll drawl of a New York Italian brought up in Baton Rouge is unforgettable - its still fresh and tight after more than 50 years.

[@marymichael1211]

Good comment. 🎶

[@dichambers]

Every time I hear this song, it brings back memories of my dad. He loved this song!

[@hmackie6823]

always one of my favorite artists

[@bonniebronson4745]

I was a teenager in the 60's and loved Johnny Rivers music! Wonderful memories!

[@deborahthunderhawk636]

This song reminds me of my mom, she used watch American Bandstand every Saturday. I was age 7 so, she was age 28. We lived in Seattle, wa. He was so upbeat in his music and such a positive attitude.

[@Jss316]

Hello Deborah, how are things going with you?

[@BobbyWhitneySweetmusicman]

How can there be a Rock Hall of Fame without this man

[@vincebalosky771]

Johnny Rivers should have been inducted at least 25 years ago it should be called The Rock and Roll Hall of Shame there's so many great singers of the past that should be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame you can't take that as a measure of greatness

[@jimreid6370]

Maybe run by the democratic s 😅

[@HuasoPodrido]

@Will Putts I guess maybe its because he is just to dam smart!

[@chadkincham]

Johnny Rivers was a Christian and did some Christian songs, like ‘Jesus is a soul man’. There’s your reason why. Bias against Christians

[@christopherarnett2851]

The pathetic so called Hall of Fame is a disgrace. Half the icons are left out like Tommy Bolin a Guitarist who should have been in the hall of Fame years ago, and he was shoved under the rug, and the list goes on and on.

[@ole9421]

Bravo, Johnny! What a talented humble man.

[@Staylogical]

Johnny Rivers and Glen Campbell were great session guitar players for years before they had a hit themselves.They had lots of respect.

[@rjl9707]

Glen C. made into his 80s. Terrific country western music

[@glenbo02]

A friend and I saw Johnny Rivers in concert at Baylor University in Waco, Texas, back in 1972 or 1973. There were 2 microphone stands with 2 mics on each one, one low and one high, one stand was was back behind the other. Johnny and a young man came out, I never knew who he was. They gave the most wonderful, outstanding concert I have ever been to. It is one of my favorite memories.

[@denismay6011]

I used to buy this Guys records all the time when I was a Teenager. 70 years old now and it still sounds great.

[@shunumii7214]

This song took me back 50 years back. My elder had a turntable and we were listening again and again daily. Thank you johnny.

[@carlosmanuelgomez6961]

I love this great ca song, I'm 74 year old, i remenber ny Secundary School en 60', in Argentina Thank ❤❤❤

[@rosannamcculloughmartin720]

One of my all-time favorite song ❤️💙 I have live in Memphis Tennessee.