About The Song
Johnny Rivers is an American singer-songwriter who released a classic rock song called “Memphis” in 1964. The song pays tribute to the musical and cultural influence of Memphis, where the song is set, and explores the diverse music scene of the city. The lyrics of “Memphis” are mysterious and evoke images of the rustic South. The song was a number two US hit and has since become a classic in rock music.
“Memphis” was written by the legendary Chuck Berry in 1959, it is a classic hillbilly rock tune that explores the hopeful pursuit of reuniting with a lost love. The recording of the song took place at the Whisky A-Go-Go in Hollywood, with the production led by Lou Adler and the engineering handled by Wally Heider.