Monday - 11/16/20 (#071)

A true Soul Sister, Erma had a hit with ‘Piece of My Heart’ after it’s release in 1967. However, the song would become better known after being covered by Big Brother and The Holding Company (featuring Janis Joplin on vocals) the following year.

This original version found success here In the United States, peaking at #10 on the Billboard Hot Rhythm & Blues Singles and at #62 on Billboard Pop Singles charts.

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