I first heard this song on the classic rock album “Child is Father to the Man,” (1968), by Blood, Sweat & Tears. It was written by Al Kooper—one of several great songs on that underappreciated debut album (Kooper soon left the group and was replaced by David Clayton-Thomas). Do listen to the original version here.
But since we’re listening to La Winehouse these days, have a listen to her cover. This is Amy as the classic club chanteuse, long dress and long gloves.
I love the bit of post-song patter in her London accent.
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Holy smoke, is she good. Beautiful, too. I didn’t know.
Funny – I was going to link to this yesterday in the earlier Amy thread.
If anyone wants to support a living female singer with a powerful blues/jazz/soul voice I highly recommend (again) Beth Hart. Here is a link to her version of “I’ll love you more than you’ll ever know”. She has a huge number of songs/performances available, although until recently was more known in Europe than the US. Also check out Beth’s “I’d rather go blind”.
Another up and comer with a powerful voice is Rachael Price of the band Lake Street Dive.
Gawd I hope these links work!
I like the way someone slipped a picture in backwards at the 4:00 mark. Her arm tattoo has flipped from right arm to left.
Thanks for the link. She sings very well.
I had no idea she was such a great blues singer. Wonderful!