Joe Cocker - With A Little Help From My Friends

Year Released: 1968 (Single release)
Genre: Blues Rock, Soul, Psychedelic Rock.
Detailed Description Containing Key Facts: "With A Little Help From My Friends" is the iconic, definitive cover version by British singer Joe Cocker. Released in 1968, this rendition of The Beatles' song (from Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band) propelled Cocker to international stardom. His performance is legendary for its raw, gritty, gospel-infused vocals, full of passion and a distinctive rasp. The arrangement transforms the Beatles' more pop-oriented original into a powerful blues-rock anthem, featuring a soulful Hammond organ, a driving rhythm section, and the impactful backing vocals of Madeline Bell, Rosetta Hightower, and Sue Wheetman. Cocker's electrifying performance of this song at Woodstock in 1969 further cemented its status as a rock classic. It remains one of the most famous and beloved cover songs of all time, largely due to Cocker's unparalleled vocal intensity and unique interpretation