634-5789 (Soulsville, U.S.A.)
"634-5789 (Soulsville, U.S.A.)" is a soul song written by Eddie Floyd and Steve Cropper. It was first recorded by Wilson Pickett on December 20, 1965 [1] and included on his 1966 Atlantic Records album The Exciting Wilson Pickett with backing vocals by Patti LaBelle and the Blue Belles. The single reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot Rhythm & Blues Singles chart and number 13 on the Hot 100 singles chart.[2]
"634-5789 (Soulsville, U.S.A.)"
Background[edit]
The phone number 634-5789 is a reference to the Marvelettes' 1962 hit "Beechwood 4-5789".[3]
"634-5789"
Other recordings[edit]
The song has also been recorded by: Otis Redding, Ry Cooder, Bon Jovi, Johnny Van Zant, Tower of Power, Trace Adkins, The Elgins and Rare Earth.