single · January 29, 1969

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Neil Diamond

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singer-songwriterfolk rockclassic rock

This single was Neil Diamond's first release for the Bang label after a contract dispute, and it became his first Top 10 hit as a solo artist.

• The song reached number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
• It was also a hit in Australia, reaching number 2.
• This recording marked a shift towards a more gospel-influenced sound for Diamond.

Neil Diamond is an American singer-songwriter whose work spans folk rock, pop, and classic rock. He is best known for his distinctive, powerful voice and his ambitious, often theatrical, songwriting. In 1969, Diamond was emerging as a major solo artist after early success writing hits for others.