single · January 1, 1962
You Can't Judge a Book by the Cover
Music ManagerSee this day
bluesrhythm and blues
This 1962 single, a cover of the Willie Dixon-penned blues standard, became one of Bo Diddley's signature tunes, showcasing his signature beat and vocal delivery. It captured the raw energy of his live performances and became a staple of his catalog.
- The song "You Can't Judge a Book by the Cover" was written by Willie Dixon and originally recorded by Otis Rush.
- Bo Diddley's version was released as a single in January 1962 on the Music Manager label.
- The song appeared on Bo Diddley's 1962 album of the same name.
Bo Diddley, born Ellas Otha Bates, was a foundational rock and roll musician, best known for his distinctive guitar style and his influential rhythm. In 1962, he was a veteran artist, already established as a major figure in rhythm and blues and early rock and roll.
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