Chris Jackson’s work was released on Soul City Records. Besides that, I can’t find anything on him (hit us up if you have any info!). "Little" Jimmy Scott on the other hand has had a long, illustrious, and fully documented career.
“Forever I’ll Stay With You” by Chris Jackson is so endearing. It doesn't knock, nor is it especially unique. But Jackson sounds so desperate and is totally unflinching about it. The fact that he isn’t particularly that great of a vocalist adds even more character. Some singers sound gruff, some sound smooth, some powerful, but Jackson sounds nerdy, and it works.
And if Jackson isn’t soft enough, "Little" Jimmy Scott says, “It’ll rain 40 days and nights” from his "eyes” if his girl leaves him, on his late ‘60s hit, “40 Days and 40 Nights”. It's upbeat for a sad song, and the lyrics are typical of the time, but I like the way Scott delivers on this one. Dude's heartbroken and doesn't care who knows. Get a grip man.
Check these out if you’re in the mood for great sad bastard soul tracks.
***The great "Little" Jimmy Scott, pictured above.
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