Brook Benton’s 1961 single “The Boll Weevil Song” reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 1 on the R&B chart. The song was a departure from his earlier ballads, featuring a more upbeat, blues-infused sound.
- "The Boll Weevil Song" was released as a single in 1961 and later included on the album 'If You Believe in Me.'
- The song features a prominent harmonica solo and a driving rhythm section, showcasing Benton's versatility.
- It was a major commercial success for Benton, helping to solidify his position as a top R&B and pop artist.
Brook Benton was an American singer, known for his deep, resonant voice. He had a string of R&B and pop hits in the late 1950s and 1960s.
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