Down in the Valley (Solomon Burke song)
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"Down in the Valley" is a 1962 R&B song written by Bert Berns and Solomon Burke and originally recorded by Solomon Burke. It was released on Atlantic as a B-side to "I'm Hanging Up My Heart For You". It was covered by Otis Redding on his album Otis Blue. Burke's original version is a classic example of early country soul with booming vocals.
Quick Facts Single by Solomon Burke, from the album Solomon Burke's Greatest Hits (1962) ...
"Down in the Valley" | ||||
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Single by Solomon Burke | ||||
from the album Solomon Burke's Greatest Hits (1962) | ||||
A-side | "I'm Hanging Up My Heart For You" | |||
Released | 1962 (1962) | |||
Recorded | 1962 | |||
Genre | R&B, Soul | |||
Length | 2:33 | |||
Label | Atlantic (2147) | |||
Songwriter(s) | Bert Berns, Solomon Burke | |||
Producer(s) | Bert Berns | |||
Solomon Burke singles chronology | ||||
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