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written by King Curtis (Curtis Ousley) and Luther Dixon. Curtis played the lead on a B-flat saxello, a version of the alto sax. The song was released on Curtis' 1964 album "Soul Serenade".

Cover versions

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. The song was released on the band's ''Dreams'' compilation in 1989. * The Derek Trucks Band on '' Soul Serenade'' (2003) and ''

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References

{{Reflist 1968 singles 1968 songs 1964 songs Capitol Records singles Songs written by Luther Dixon Hi Records singles