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(I Wanna) Testify – Charles Wright & The Watts 103rd St. Rhythm Band

Originally written by George Clinton (with Deron Taylor), and released by The Parliaments, this version was recorded live at a club in 1968 by Charles Wright & The Watts 103rd Street Band, and only released 40 years later on an archival release.

Personnel:

Written By: Deron Taylor & George Clinton
Lead Vocals: Ralph Morris
Guitar, Vocals: Charles Wright
Guitar, Vocals: Al McKay
Bass: Melvin Dunlap
Drums, Vocals: James Gadson
Tenor Sax: Bill Cannon
Tenor Sax: John Rayford
Trombone, Congas: Ray Jackson
Trumpet: Gabriel Flemings
Producer: Charles Wright
Studio: Haunted House – Los Angeles, CA
Record Label: Rhino Handmade

Lyrics:

Genius
Song Meanings

Releases

Original Release: Charles Wright & The Watts 103rd St. Rhythm Band – Live At The Haunted House: May 18, 1968
Original Release Date: 2008.02.05

Covers:

1967 – The Parliaments (original)
1969 – Johnnie Taylor
1974 – Parliament
1977 – Roger Taylor
1979 – Cindy & Roy
1989 – Otis Day And The Knights
1992 – Ron Wood

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