I Get the Sweetest Feeling
Jackie Wilson
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Artist HistoryJackie Wilson, the singer of "I Get The Sweetest Feeling," was an American soul singer-songwriter, known as "Mr. Excitement" due to his dynamic performances and wide vocal range.
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Release DateThe song was originally released in January 1968.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its popularity now, "I Get The Sweetest Feeling" only reached number 34 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 12 on the R&B singles chart upon its original release in the United States.
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Cover VersionsIn the years following its release, the song has been covered by numerous artists, including Will Young, Edwin Starr, and Van McCoy.
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Posthumous SuccessThe song gained more popularity in the UK where it reached number 9 on the UK Singles Chart in 1972. After Wilson's death in 1984, the track was re-released and reached number 3 in the UK in 1986.
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ComposersThe song was written by Van McCoy, who also wrote the hit "The Hustle," and Alicia Evelyn.
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Song Style"I Get The Sweetest Feeling" is a soul and pop song, featuring a strong Motown influence, which was the popular sound of the era.
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AlbumThe song is the title track of Jackie Wilson's album "I Get the Sweetest Feeling" which also includes other popular tracks such as "Higher and Higher," and "You Can Count on Me."
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Cultural ImpactThe song remains popular today and is frequently played on radio stations featuring classic hits from the 1960s and 1970s.
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Samples"I Get The Sweetest Feeling" has been sampled in various songs by contemporary artists across different genres, proving its enduring appeal. For instance, the hip-hop group, Black Eyed Peas sampled it in their track "Audio Delite."
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Critical ReceptionDespite not achieving massive initial success, the song is considered by many critics as one of Jackie Wilson's best, highlighting his powerful and distinctive vocal abilities.
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Music VideoNo official music video was produced for "I Get The Sweetest Feeling" as it was released in an era when music videos were not common promotional tools. However, there are televised and filmed performances of Jackie Wilson singing the song.
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Legacy"I Get The Sweetest Feeling" is known as one of the classics from the "Motown era," and continues to be enjoyed by a new generation of listeners today.
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Notable PerformancesJackie Wilson frequently performed "I Get the Sweetest Feeling" in many of his concerts and on TV shows, including "The Ed Sullivan Show."
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