Baby Don't Get Hooked On Me Cover
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 ก.พ. 2025
- This week's “Remake of a Classic” was first released in July 1972 on Mac Davis' Columbia Records album, Baby Don't Get Hooked On Me. The song reached No.1 on both the Billboard Hot 100 and Easy Listening charts. It spent three weeks atop each chart, and was ranked the No. 8 song of 1972. At the same time, the song was a modest country hit, reaching No. 26. Davis wrote the tune after Columbia insisted he write a tune with some sort of “hook”.
I find Columbia's demand rather interesting. It's not like Davis was an unknown in the music world. After all, he DID write Elvis' “In the Ghetto”, “Memories”, “Daddy Don't Cry” and “A Little Less Conversation”. And of course he had also written the 1970 hit, “I Believe in Music” (if that tune doesn't contain a “hook”, then I don't know what does). Truth be told, Davis was sort of a Renaissance Man. He was a songwriter, instrumentalist, vocalist, and he starred in dozens of movies and TV shows (including his own variety show from 1974-1976). In fact, he was never really out of the picture. His last appearance being in an episode of Dolly Parton's Heartstrings in 2019. Sadly, Mac Davis passed away in September, 2020 after heart surgery.
I have a soft spot for the guy. Not only as a Renaissance Man, but because I remember sitting on the floor, between my grandfather's knees as he sat in his easy chair, watching The Mac Davis Show. Great stuff.
As for my version of this tune I decided to change the drum format a little. I had always thought the constant roll on the toms was a bit too much, so I just did it every other measure. I think it still retains the same feel. I also broke out my '67 Greco 12-string...trust me, tuning a 12-string with a capo up the neck is a bit of a challenge. BTW, a lot of people ask me which instrument I start with first. Based on my attire I'm sure you can figure it out...at least on this tune.
Totally forgot about this great song till this multi talented person brought it back to life....
Russ, you are the Swiss Army knife of musical re-creations. I've enjoyed so many of them and wanted to let you know how talented I think you are.
Fantástico.
Many thanks; I appreciate it!
Cheers from Ireland. Really like the shirt! Just subscribed. Great channel.
Thanks so much for the sub...glad you like the channel. I envy you...you live in my favorite place on earth. Been to Ireland five times and can't wait to go back!
Grazie, Russ. Listening to you always pulls me up. Magnifico!!
So glad to hear it...thanks so much for listening!
Russ, you are simply awesomely talented!
Thank you so much, Leroy!
Omg it’s been decades since I heard this big hit on the radio 🥰 I love ❤️ it great job as usual!!
Thanks so much; I certainly appreciate it!
Wow man. So good.
Thanks a lot!
The guy playing bass must be a stand-in, if he works out he may have a shot at one of those shamrock tee shirts ;-)
Great vid, Kudos
He's gonna have to adjust his attitude first.....what a prima donna. Thanks so much!
Another awesome job as always Russ and thoughtful liner notes. Thank you, we love listening to your covers and look forward to them!
I always appreciate your kind words...thanks!
This is Beautiful 😍❤️
I don't need a phone full of iTunes or a rack full of CDs. All I need is Russ Willoughby. Yup, that's it. Thank you my friend. Don't stop. And yes Mac is smiling from above👍
LOL! Thanks so much....nice to think Mac is smiling down from above!
Even though I’m into harder rock, I love this song. Mac would be proud of the justice you gave to his song!!!
What a nice thought...thanks so much!
Great job on this song. Anyone from the 70’s has got to remember this one.
Absolutely! Thanks so much, John!
ALWAYS LOVED THIS SONG BACK IN THE 70!
Me too! Thanks for listening!
The 70s, my favorite decade. And, of course, this song is a part of my memories. At that time we could hear this kind of music only on AFN. Great to hear it again - and personally your version is, for me, better than the original. Thanks for it.
Thanks a ton....I really appreciate it! Happy to have sparked a memory!
I love your covers. It's so nice to have new life breathed into these classics. Good on you, brother.
Thank you kindly!
Wonderful tribute to Mac Russ . I think he's looking down from Heaven in approval .
Lovey thought, Derrick...thanks so much!
You are a great educator. And a great musician, of course.
Thanks so much!
Impressive,very nice. Great voice and Kudos for the harmony!
Thanks, Jack!
Another awesome Rendition....Love the ole' Greco!
Thanks!
Thank you so much for sharing your covers. Your videos are one of my bonding moments with my two year old son and he likes watching you play. Keep up the great work sir! Love from the Philippines!
Wow, thank you!
WOW! Another solid favorite of mine from out of 1972! I was in the 7th grade when this one smote the charts, and frequently listened to this enormous smash hit from Mr. Davis, which was all over the local AM airwaves here in Southern California at the time! Very well done!
So pleased you liked it...thanks so much!
Great as always Russ. Love this version of this classic. Thanks.
Thanks so much....rock on!
Awesome job all you Russ's WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks John...we all appreciate it!
Yes, another awesome job as always Russ! Like fbtool said 'thoughtful liner notes'. Always glad to see you put up another cover. You are an inspiration to me. Thanks Russ!
Wow, that's very kind of you to say...I really appreciate it! Thanks!
Russ, you are the master
Thank you so much!
Russ another stellar effort...I remember this song hitting the charts...back in the day...thank you sir !
My pleasure! As always, I really appreciate the kind words, Jeffrey...thanks!
Fantastic job on this Mac Davis classic.
Thanks, Rick!
I absolutely love your work - Thanks !!!
Thanks, that's very kind f you to say!
That was lovely.
Thank you very much!
I was so happy to see another video was posted, it made my day! And as always, skillfully, superbly done music and such interesting commentary. Thank you, Russ, for all your work and dedication. Baby, Baby, I'm hooked on this channel!
Very kind of you to say so....thank you so, so much!
Amazing. And thank you for the information about Mac Davis.
You bet, and thank you for listening; I really appreciate it!
Another great job, Russ.
As always, thanks so much, Mark!
ironically I saw the original artist perform this on the 1973 Grammys on TH-cam today ❤️ you have a great version of the song ❤️
Thanks so much!
Super!
Thank you very much!
Maybe one day you'll post your vocal breakdowns :-)
Super awesome! Great work again Russ!
Thanks Dave; I appreciate it!
Wow absolutely in love with this….I want to play it, along with you, …your vocals are amazing
Wow, thank you!
@@russwilloughby501oh I just had to play it again, and again and again….besides these incredible vocals your talent with all your guitars drums and piano well let’s just say you are so very talented and a joy to listen to…thanks for sharing all your talents with all of us dreamers….😮
@@sandisloan7003 I really appreciate it...thanks so much!
Wow, I love how you handled this song! Great work here. You are so talented for sure.
I appreciate it..thanks!
Russ, if musical instruments could think and speak, every one of yours would express delight at being your friend. Your videos brought me to more and more music appreciation. Have you ever watched any of the Terry Miles piano videos? He sure has fun! We love your work!
Wow, Mark...thanks a million; I really appreciate it! I'll check out Terry Miles...thanks for the heads up!
Another Great Cover, Russ!!
Thanks, Jim!
Great job!! Really enjoyed listening to this.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks!
Sounds awesome, Russ. Tambourine sound works perfectly in the chorus, thanks for sharing!
Many thanks. Sometimes I skip videoing me playing certain things, like a tambourine. It's not very interesting to watch.
@@russwilloughby501 Ooops!, I seriously thought you had it programmed to your crash, really wasn't trying to sound like a wanker...
Another job well done! I always love seeing a new release...
Thanks a bunch!
You are so very talented ❤
Thanks so much!
Awesome job as usual Russ😊
Fantastic!
Many thanks!
Outstanding!! Excellent job as usual Russ, thanks for sharing!!
Thanks for watching....I appreciate it!
Your entertaining channel always brings wonderful flashbacks to my mind :-) I'm always amazed at your talent; absolutely, fantastic!
Thanks so much, Tracy!
Too late; been hooked on your stuff for awhile. (ha!) Don't know why but am just seeing this Mac tune for the first time. Love your stuff Russ, this one included.
You punster, you. Thanks so much, Joe...I always appreciate it!
Awesome tune again!
Thanks, pal!
This is super Russ. Just to focus for 1 sec on your green shirt - Back in 1980, Mac Davis was on The Muppets and sang this very song with Miss Piggy - and he was wearing a green athletic top and green flippers. You nailed this Russ. Awesome!
I just watched The Muppets skit the other day....pretty hilarious. I guess somewhere in the back of my mind a green shirt was a natural choice (though I doubt Miss Piggy is Irish!)
Another gem Russ. Greetings from Ireland ☘️
Thanks 👍 Thanks so much! BTW, your beautiful country is my favorite place on earth.
Love it…Another amazing job Russ!
Thank you! I always appreciate the kind words!
good job... love your talent dude
Appreciate you saying so...thanks!
Helluva job buddy, helluva job!!!
Thanks 👍 I really appreciate it!
One of my all-time favorites from the early 70s. And another great cover Russ! I like that 12-string! Brand?
Thank very much! The 12-string is a '67 Greco ES 920...love it!
Great job! Lots of guitar work in that one. I don't think I've ever seen a 12-string electric before, other than the double necks such as used by Jimmy Page.
Thanks so much! Actually, The Byrds made the 12-string electric famous...but Page's double neck SG is a lot cooler!
@@russwilloughby501 You should cover Bowie's "Absolute Beginners". Love to hear you do that one.
Really nice Russ! I'm glad you did a song in my limited vocal range. 😀 Oh, and Erin go Bragh!
Reminding Mac Davis to put in a hook was like reminding Neil Young to sing some high notes. If I were a musician, I'd probably El Kabong the record company representatives.
Yes, Ireland forever! El Kabong, Captain Cave Man, H.R. Puff-n-Stuff, any of those guy would do (well, maybe not H.R. Puff-n-Stuff). Thanks, Stan!
Im interested in your process, how do you prepare to produce a song, how do you define each track, where do you start, which element? Its fascinating to me how you bring them together as a whole. Perhaps a video describing your process, thanks Russ for what you do and for considering my question!
Thanks Russ. Love it!
Glad you like it...thanks so much!
Thank you sir
Thanks for watching, Steve!
I remember that this song had my 11 year old hormones surging!
LOL....thanks much!
Beauty Russ...rod
Thank you, Rod; I appreciate it!
Once again a masterful job by Russ. Heres a request, Pictures of matchbook men by Status Quo.
Thanks, Andy! Gonna have to familiarize myself with that one...thanks for the suggestion!
Sweet
Thanks!
Love your covers. Just subscribed to your channel. I would love to see you cover "Talk Talk by the Music Machine" .
I'll check it out! Thanks for subbing!
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Sláinte! Thanks!
A bit of trivia : Mac once said he got interested in music by playing Bongos at the local swimming pool in Lubbock when he was a teenager as a way to attract girls !
Thanks, Steve. When I think of ways to attract girls, the bongos don't usually spring to mind. Then again, he was much better-looking than me!
Terrific once again! Since you like all the same stuff I do from the olden days, here's a request which may challenge you and your roguishly handsome identical quintuplet band mates: Michael Martin Murphy's 1971 platinum hit, "Wildfire" :)
That is a GREAT tune....I've actually considered it. You never know! Thanks!
Who the heck makes a MAC DAVIS cover???? Russ, that's who..............awesome, my man.
LOL! Thanks so much!
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Thanks, Icky!
WOW! .... Russ Willoughby, I'd love to hear you sing "BY the rime I get to Pheonix" in Johnny Rivers style ... I like JR style better than Glen Cambell's, although I am a big Glen Cambell fan.. the song you sang Galveston is my favorite GC song... I really liked your more of a Rock version. ..... (4809) Johnny Rivers - by the time I get to Phoenix- legendas pt - tradução - TH-cam
Thanks much, Everett! Phoenix is a great song...I've thought about doing it!
Hey Russ, you still making these videos
Hi Rod. I've taken a break to record an album of original material...announcement soon!
BY MAC DAVIS!
Yes, indeed!
Great job. Nailed it!!!
I really appreciate it..thanks so much!