This 1965 single captured Bobby "Blue" Bland at the height of his powers, offering a masterclass in blues-infused soul.
- "I Pity the Fool" reached number one on the Billboard R&B singles chart in 1965.
- The song was written by Deadric Malone, a pseudonym for producer Don Robey.
- This recording features the distinctive guitar work of Wayne Bennett.
Bobby "Blue" Bland was a blues singer from New Mexico, known for his powerful, soulful delivery that blended blues, soul, and R&B. In March 1965, he released the single "I Pity the Fool," a track that would become one of his signature songs.
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