Mustang Sally
Wilson Pickett
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12 facts about this song
Composition and Control"Mustang Sally" was originally composed by American rhythm and blues artist, Sir Mack Rice, not by Wilson Pickett or John Lee Hooker.
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First RecordingThe song was first recorded by its composer, Sir Mack Rice, in 1965.
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Wilson Pickett's CoverIt was later made famous by Wilson Pickett when he covered it in 1966, and this version peaked at number six on the Billboard R&B charts.
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Pickett and Rice's ConnectionsInterestingly, Wilson Pickett and Sir Mack Rice were old bandmates from the group 'The Falcons.'
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Genre and InfluenceThe song belongs to the rhythm and blues genre. It has subsequently influenced and has been covered by numerous artists across various musical genres.
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John Lee Hooker's VersionBlues singer, John Lee Hooker, also performed his version of "Mustang Sally." Although it didn't achieve the same commercial success as Pickett's, it's revered among blues enthusiasts for Hooker's distinctive sound.
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MusicianshipJohn Lee Hooker's version is a testament to his phenomenal guitar playing skills, showcasing his ability to breathe new life into a well-known song.
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Pickett's AdaptationIn Wilson Pickett's version, he changed the pacing from the original, slowing it down, and adding a call and response element which went on to become a distinctive feature in his musical style.
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Cultural ImpactThe song is known for its famous line, "Ride, Sally, Ride," and Mustang Sally became a cultural symbol representing a feisty, independent woman.
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Movie AppearancePickett's version of "Mustang Sally" also figured prominently in the 1991 movie "The Commitments," about an Irish band trying to play classic American R&B.
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Popularity in SportsThe song is frequently played during sporting events. For instance, it became a tradition to play the song at University of Alabama's football games whenever a player named Sally was performing exceptionally.
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LegacyOver the years, "Mustang Sally" has become a standard in the world of blues and R&B, secure in its place as a beloved, timeless classic.
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