This song borders on being a classic. It was reprised later because of its inclusion in a movie and charted again. And yet, it is the perfect early rock one-hit wonder type recording. Why? Because it sounds like it was recorded at a high school talent show. Johnnie & Joe and their backing musicians sound competent enough, fer sher, but they also sound like the mic was in a different room. Maybe their girl is holding it, and she’s waiting for them to finish. Either way, this is a good song when you can hear it.
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