634-5789 (Soulsville, U.S.A.)
Jonny Lang, Blues Brothers Band, Eddie Floyd, Wilson Pickett
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If you need a little lovin' Call on me all right If you want a little huggin' Call on me baby, mmmmmm Oh I'll be right here at home All you got to do is Pick up your telephone And dial 634-5789 (What's my number) 634-5789 If you need a little huggin' Call on me That's all you got to do now If you want some kissin' Call on me baby, all right No more lonely nights Will you be alone All you got to do is Pick up your telephone And dial 634-5789 (What's my number) 634-5789 Oh I'll be right there Just as soon as I can And if I be a little bit late now I hope that you'll understand Oh yeah all right If you need a little lovin' Call on me Lord have mercy If you want some kissin' Call on me baby That's all you got to do now No more lonely nights Will you be alone All you got to do is Pick up your telephone And dial 634-5789 (What's my number) 634-5789 Call me on the telephone 634-5789 No more will you be alone 634-5789 (What's my number) 634-5789 (That's my number) 634-5789
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Written by: STEVE CROPPER, EDDIE FLOYD
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Release Label Fact"634-5789 (Soulsville, U.S.A.)" was released on the Atlantic recording label that was home to many famous soul and R&B artists.
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Original Composer FactThough Eddie Floyd, Otis Redding, Ry Cooder, and Wilson Pickett have all performed the song, "634-5789 (Soulsville, U.S.A.)" was originally co-written by Eddie Floyd and Steve Cropper.
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Cover Versions FactThe song has been covered multiple times. Notable covers include Ry Cooder on his 1979 album "Bop Till You Drop" and blues legend Otis Redding during his live performances.
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Chart Performance FactThe song had notable chart success, reaching #1 on the Billboard R&B chart and #13 on the Billboard Pop Singles chart when performed by Wilson Pickett in 1966.
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Song Theme FactThe song title "634-5789 (Soulsville, U.S.A.)" refers to a fictional telephone number where one can reach an imagined haven of soulful musicianship and rhythm & blues music.
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Song Interpretation FactConceptually, the phone number is seen as a hotline for emotional comfort, where "if you need a little lovin'" or someone to talk to in times of loneliness, you can dial the number.
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Film Integration FactThe track was featured in the 1991 movie "The Commitments" and performed by the titular band as part of their set in their quest to bring soul music to Dublin, Ireland.
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Unique Rendition FactRy Cooder's rendition of the song deviated from previous versions by incorporating a slide guitar, something that was not present in the original nor other versions.
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Influential Impact Fact"634-5789 (Soulsville, U.S.A.)" is considered a classic in the soul genre, influencing many future artists with its evocative lyrics and rhythmic melody.
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Tribute FactOtis Redding's performance of the song frequently served as a tribute to his fellow soul singer Wilson Pickett, who was best known for his version of the song.
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