“POOR SIDE OF TOWN” by JOHNNY RIVERS

“Poor Side of Town” is a soulful ballad that was recorded by American singer and musician, Johnny Rivers. The lyrics within convey a form of separation and heartbreak that exists between the affluent and impoverished sides of town.

The release of this single marked a turning point in Rivers’ career (which saw him move away from his earlier rock and roll style toward popular ballads).

On this very day, November 16th 1966, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the provided link. Taken from the album, “Changes”, here’s JOHNNY RIVERS, with “POOR SIDE OF TOWN”…