This 1971 single "Johnny" was Farnham's first release after leaving the band Little River Band. It marked a notable shift away from his earlier '60s pop persona.
- The A-side "Johnny" was written by Jimmy Webb. The B-side, "Ex-Lover," was penned by Farnham himself.
- Upon release, "Johnny" charted at number 12 on the Australian singles chart.
- The single was released on EMI Music Australia in August 1971.
John Farnham was a pop singer from the Melbourne, Australia area who achieved significant mainstream success in the 1970s and 1980s. At the time of "Johnny"'s release, Farnham was transitioning from his earlier, more pop-oriented work toward a more adult contemporary sound.
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