Rainy Night In Georgia/Rubberneckin'by Brook Benton

Song Info:
"Rainy Night In Georgia/Rubberneckin'" is a single by Brook Benton that was released in 1970. The song "Rainy Night In Georgia" was originally written by Tony Joe White and first recorded by White himself in 1967. Benton's rendition of the song became a hit, reaching the top of the Billboard R&B chart and peaking at number four on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The B-side of the single, "Rubberneckin'," is a song originally recorded by Elvis Presley in 1969.

Artist Bio:
Brook Benton, born Benjamin Franklin Peay on September 19, 1931, in Lugoff, South Carolina, was an American singer and songwriter who was known for his smooth baritone voice. He began his music career in the 1950s and achieved success in the 1960s with hits like "It's Just a Matter of Time" and "Endlessly." Benton's style encompassed a mix of rhythm and blues, pop, and soul, which helped him cross over to various audiences. He continued to release music throughout the 1970s and 1980s, earning a Grammy Award for his duet with Dinah Washington on "Baby (You've Got What It Takes)." Benton passed away on April 9, 1988, leaving behind a legacy of timeless music.