Many songs get covered or re-interpreted, the covers often being more successful than the original.

Here are some cover versions of one song along with the original, let us know in the comments which is your favourite, or if you don’t like any of them.

“Everybody Needs Somebody To Love” is a song written by Burt Russell, Solomon Burke and Jerry Wexler. It was released by Solomon Burke as a 1964 single.

It has been covered by several acts including:

The Rolling Stones on their 1965 album “The Rolling Stones No.2”.

Wilson Pickett on his 1966 album “The Wicked Pickett”.

Thee Midniters on their 1967 album “Unlimited”.

13Th Floor Elevators on their 1968 compilation album “Live”.

The Blues Brothers on the 1980 soundtrack album to the movie “The Blues Brothers”.

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