Who Do You Love?

"Who Do You Love?" was written and performed by Bo Diddley and was released in 1956. - The song was said to have been inspired by a Muddy Waters song called "Hoochie Coochie Man". - It is a rhythmic piece that is considered a classic example of Diddley's signature rock "shuffle" beat. - Bo Diddley was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and in 2004, his song "Who Do You Love?" was included in the Rolling Stone magazine's list of 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.

The American psychedelic rock band, Quicksilver Messenger Service, covered "Who Do You Love?" for their "Happy Trails" album in 1969. - Their version is almost 26 minutes long and takes up the entire first side of the "Happy Trails" LP. - The rendition is broken into parts, with the first part (Part 1) featuring a repetitive one-chord jam, and the second part (Part 2) showcasing a five-minute guitar solo. - This cover is often considered one of their best-known songs and has become an essential part of their live performances.

Folk and blues singer Tom Rush covered "Who Do You Love?" in his 1970 album titled "Wrong End of the Rainbow". - Unlike the original and Quicksilver's version, Rush's cover featured a more laid-back, acoustic style, typical of the folk genre during that era. - Although Rush was known more for his own compositions and other covers like Joni Mitchell's "The Circle Game", his unique version of "Who Do You Love?" was positively received. - Tom Rush is often credited for introducing the world to the songwriting talents of artists like Joni Mitchell, James Taylor, and Jackson Browne, which makes his take on "Who Do You Love?" notable due to his recognized musical influence.