The Monkees – I’m a Believer

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The Monkees - I'm a Believer
“I’m a Believer” – Single by the Monkees from the album More of the Monkees. B-side: “(I’m Not Your) Steppin’ Stone”. Released in November 1966.

Neil Diamond wrote “I’m A Believer” in 1966. He had his first big hit earlier in 1966 with “Cherry, Cherry,” which got the attention of Don Kirshner, who was looking for material for The Monkees. Kirshner was sold on “I’m A Believer,” and as part of the deal, allowed Diamond to record the song as well. Diamond’s version was released on his 1967 album Just For You. The Monkees version benefited from exposure on their television series.

The Monkees sang on this, but did not play any instruments. The producers used session musicians because they were not convinced The Monkees could play like a real band. This became a huge point of contention, as the group fought to play their own songs.
The Monkees- I'm a Believer (music video)

Monkees drummer Micky Dolenz sang lead on this. Dolenz also handled lead vocals on “Pleasant Valley Sunday,” “Mary Mary” and “(I’m Not Your) Steppin’ Stone.”

The song reached number one in the UK Singles Chart for four weeks in January and February 1967 and reached the top spot in numerous countries, including Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and Ireland.

The song is listed at number 48 on Billboard’s All Time Top 100. In 2021, it was listed at number 341 on Rolling Stone’s “Top 500 Greatest Songs of All Time”.

The Monkees
Micky Dolenz – lead and backing vocals
Davy Jones and Peter Tork – backing vocals

Additional personnel
Al Gorgoni, Sal DiTroia – electric guitars
Neil Diamond – acoustic guitar
Stan Free – organ
George Butcher – electric piano
George Devens – tambourine
Russ Savakus – bass
Buddy Saltzman – drums
Jeff Barry – producer
Artie Butler – arranger


 

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