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Robert John - Greatest Hits

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As far as I know, Robert John had only two hits: a remake of the old classic The Lion Sleeps Tonight in 1972 and the moving Sad Eyes in 1978, but what ageless classics they are! This album also includes a great dance mix of Lion, while his interpretation of Hey There Lonely Girl is graceful and songs like Lonely Eyes and Only Time are likewise soulful and engaging. His distinctive high tenor voice is what sets him apart, and the choice of material is excellent. It-s a pity that such a talented singer weren't more prolific. This album is worth owning on the strength of Sad Eyes and the two versions of Lion (Wimoweh) alone.

I only have vague memories of Robert John and purchased the album for "The Lion Sleeps To-Night".

There are two versions one a so-called "dance re-mix" and both hold up well to the Tokens "original" version.

The rest of the album is well worth listening to and the vocals are good. Light but enjoyable.

I'm korean The "sad eyes" is my favorite song.. But I can't buy this album in Korea..... "sad eye" is so good ,the voice is very soft.

i'm always looking for the original songs and i'm glad this cd is here. i remember when the songs came out and you have kept them the same as i heard them on the radio. thanks terry

When a company releases a "Greatest Hits," "Best of.." and "Complete.." you can bet they cleaverly withhold at least one great song or use a remake. In this case, "If You Don't Want My Love" (1968) is omitted. It was maybe not everyones favorite, it was mine, but it deserved to considered among his top charting hits of all time. And, it seems, there is but one cd out there with this gem..Why it was omitted may be personal, but I sure won't buy something that is not what it says it is.

The cuts at least seem to be original.

This was Robert John's second time with fame, in the late 50's he recorded by the name Bobby Pedrick Jr., I have the Pajama Party 45 rpm and love both sides. This second career was a showcase of his talent, I recommend this CD.

... fellow reviewer Rick Wingender is misinformed - Robert John the singer and prolific super-producer Robert John "Mutt" Lange are not one and the same - they are two totally different people.

"Mutt" Lange, Shania's husband, is much younger, slimmer, kinda femme-looking and possesses a headful of curly blond hair. Robert John the singer has been around quite some time, and although his weight has apparently yo-yo'd over the years, is usually rather heavyset and balding.

The product arrived in time and in perfect conditions. I was very pleased with the speed and quality of the process

I mainly purchased the cd for the hit song Sad Eyes. What a pleasant surprise to find out it was the long EP version (4:14)!

I loved Sad Eyes. I never know who sang it until I did a little research and came up with Robert John. Then I found out this guy quit singing to become a producer. He had a little bit of success, producing AC/DC, Foreigner, Bryan Adams, Def Leppard, and some hot chick named Shania Twain, who he then married. His full name is Robert John "Mutt" Lange.