slatten49 wrote:
I really enjoyed this street version of the song. But, the original song was released by Ben E. King in 1961, I believe. Mr. King originally co-wrote it for the Drifters, who passed on recording it. He had been a part-time member of the group. He later left the group and cut it, himself...and it became one of the greatest hits of all time! :thumbup:
The 1955 release by The Staple Singers...'Stand By Me', was a gospel song...different and apart from Ben E. King's rock 'n roll classic released in 1961.