Everybody Needs Somebody (single Edit) [ FHD ]

The "Single Edit" format—typically clocking in around 2:40 to 3:30 minutes—strips away the meandering jams seen in later live covers (like the 11-minute versions by the Jerry Garcia Band) to focus on the song’s relentless drive.

Originally co-written by , Bert Berns , and Jerry Wexler , the song was first recorded by Burke in 1964. The single edit of this version is famous for Burke’s "preacher-style" spoken intro, which sets a joyful, communal tone before exploding into a brass-heavy rhythm and blues stomp. Other notable versions include: Everybody needs somebody (Single Edit)

Burke’s original is praised for its "gospel-rooted intensity," while the Blues Brothers' version is celebrated for its sheer entertainment value and "funky" groove. The "Single Edit" format—typically clocking in around 2:40

Ranked #429 on Rolling Stone's "500 Greatest Songs of All Time," it is considered a "masterpiece" and a "foundational" track for R&B. Daily Song Discussion #33: Everybody Needs Somebody to Love and Jerry Wexler

A rock-and-roll interpretation that became a staple of their early live shows.