Brothers johnson strawberry letter 23 lyrics songmeanings. Verse 2 am dm em f g stained window yellow candy screen, see speakers of kiite. This is a cover of shuggie otis cult classic, strawberry letter 23, from 1971s freedom flight. Check out strawberry letter 23 live by shuggie otis on amazon music. Strawberry letter 23 is a 1971 song written and composed by shuggie otis from his 1971 album freedom flight. May 04, 2009 strawberry letter 23 is a song written by shuggie otis, although known most prominently by the version done by the brothers johnson. The song sweet thang and purple appear in the soundtrack for the 20 film dallas buyers club. Skip to main content this banner text can have markup. Otis wrote this for his girlfriend, who liked to send him letters written on strawberry scented paper. George johnson of the brothers johnson was dating one of otis cousins when he came across freedom flight, otis 1972 album that featured the song. Strawberry letter 23 by shuggie otis on freedom flight. Vinyl 12 shuggie otis strawberry letter 23 2001, vinyl discogs. Strawberry letter 23 is a song written by shuggie otis, although known most prominently by the version done by the brothers johnson.
Strawberry letter 23 by shuggie otis on amazon music. It wasnt too long afterwards that he began performing in his fathers band and doing session work on the side. The song describes the feelings evoked by strawberry letter 22, the title indicating the hopes of another letter. Shuggie otis strawberry letter 23 live by cleopatra. Unlimited free shuggie otis music click to play strawberry letter 23, inspiration information and whatever else you want.
Shuggie otis strawberry letter 23 lyrics genius lyrics. Check out strawberry letter 23 by shuggie otis on amazon music. Strawberry letter 23 mp3 high quality download at musiceel. So when someone told me that the original was composed and sung by some guy named shuggie otis, i shrugged it off. Shuggie otis strawberry letter 23 extract by neons publishing, released 02 june 2019. Shuggie otis strawberry letter 23 listen, watch, watch the video, get the download or listen to shuggie otis strawberry letter 23 for free. Strawberry letter 23 by the brothers johnson is a cover of shuggie otiss strawberry. Stream ad free or purchase cds and mp3s now on amazon. Get a low price and free shipping on thousands of items. Because our mp3s have no drm, you can play it on any device that supports mp3, even on your ipod.
For years it never occurred to me that there was another earlier version of the song out there. Jun, 2010 shuggie otis strawberry letter 23 official live video duration. Sheet music arranged for pianovocalguitar in g minor transposable. General commentwritten by guitar prodigy shuggie otis real name.
Strawberry letter 23 would go on to become a massive hit in 77 for the brothers johnson produced by quincy jones. It is best known by the 1977 cover version recorded by the brothers johnson and produced by quincy jones. Jan 11, 2018 ive been really into shuggie otis lately. I dont own the to this song, i willingly admit this.
Covered countless times by huge artists, the brothers johnson version being the most famous one, this song has. This a great value compilation of shuggie s work recorded between 6974. Listen to both songs on whosampled, the ultimate database of sampled music, cover songs and remixes. This 18 track compilation comprises the majority tracks featured on his first three albums. The rich history of strawberry letter 23 rhythmic soul. Shuggie otis samples, covers and remixes on whosampled. Otis wrote the song for a girlfriend who used strawberry scented paper when she wrote letters to him. Stream strawberry letter 23 mr no hands remix feat. Start your free trial learn more new subscribers only. Shuggie otis strawberry letter 23 2001, vinyl discogs. Shuggie otis inspiration information mp3 album download. Jan 25, 2017 provided to youtube by sony music entertainment strawberry letter 23 shuggie otis freedom flight. Strawberry letter 23 mr no hands remix feat marilyn monroe.
If you are the owner for this file, please report abuse to 4shared. Shuggie otis licensed to youtube by sme on behalf of late night tales. Shuggie otis introducing shuggie otis musicians friend. Shuggie otis strawberry letter 23 ice cold daydream. Marilyn monroe free download by mr no hands from desktop or your mobile device. Strawberry letter 23 by shuggie otis, released 14 october 2014.
Print and download strawberry letter 23 sheet music by the brothers johnson. Strawberry letter 23 by digital underground is a cover of shuggie otis s strawberry letter 23. Freedom flight, released in the fall of 1971 on epic records, is the second album by shuggie otis. Strawberry letter 23 by shuggie otis samples, covers and. George johnson of the brothers johnson was dating one of otis cousins when he. Strawberry letter 23 by the brothers johnson has always been one of my favorites.
Although the brothers version is excellent, this early, selfproduced version is superior. Beyonces be with you sample of shuggie otiss strawberry. Strawberry letter 23 by the brothers johnson samples, covers. If theres one song that defines shuggie otis work, its strawberry letter 23. Stream shuggie otis strawberry letter 23 live by cleopatra records from desktop or your mobile device. Johnny shuggie otis born johnny alexander veliotes, jr november 30, 1953 is an american singersongwriter, recording artist, and multiinstrumentalist. Be with you by beyonce sampled shuggie otiss strawberry letter 23. Read about strawberry letter 23 by shuggie otis and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. According to several sources, george johnson was dating one of otis cousins when. Strawberry letter 23 by the brothers johnson is a cover of shuggie otis s strawberry letter 23.
All songs written by shuggie otis except where indicated ice cold daydream 2. Born free by vic reeves sampled shuggie otis s strawberry letter 23. Stream ad free with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. This 18 track compilation comprises the majority tracks featured on. Shuggie otis strawberry letter 23 lustful truth revision. Guitarist, singer, songwriter, producer, and multiinstrumentalist shuggie otis may not be a household name, but his strawberry letter 23 is in a multitude of household record collections. Shuggie otis strawberry letter 23 ice cold daydream discogs. The brothers johnson cover of shuggie otiss strawberry letter 23.
Strawberry letter 23 live by shuggie otis on amazon music. Strawberry letter 23 by shuggie otis discover this songs samples, covers and remixes on whosampled. Mar 26, 2015 i do not own the rights to this song or this photo. Otis wrote the song for a girlfriend, who used strawberry scented paper in letters to him. Shuggie otis strawberry letter 23 extract neons publishing. Strawberry letter 23 by the brothers johnson discover this songs samples, covers and remixes on whosampled. Mp3 is a digital audio format without digital rights management drm technology. Shuggie otis plays the blues 1994 kooper session 1969. Otis wrote the song for a girlfriend, who used strawberryscented paper in letters to him. Listen free to the brothers johnson strawberry letter 23. A huge late70s hit for the brothers johnson, strawberry letter 23 started life as a track from the authors shuggie otis 1971 freedom flight album.
Jul 01, 2003 check out strawberry letter 23 by shuggie otis on amazon music. He began performing at age 12, playing guitar and bass, and soon became a hit on the west coast blues circuit. Strawberry letter 23 is a song written by shuggie otis, although known most prominently. Hello my love, i heard a kiss from you red magic satin playing near, too all through the morning rain i gaze, the sun doesnt shine. Shuggie otis strawberry letter 23 official live video duration.