Something's Got a Hold on Me
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"Something's Got a Hold on Me" is a song by American singer Etta James. The song was written by James, Leroy Kirkland and Pearl Woods, while production was handled by Leonard and Phil Chess. It was re
Etta James (pictured in 1990) recorded the song in 1962 and co-wrote it with Leroy Kirkland and Pearl Woods.
In 2013, Jessica Mauboy covered the song and performed it for the 2013 NRL season.
Etta James
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Jamesetta Hawkins, known professionally as Etta James, was an American singer and songwriter. Starting her career in 1954, James frequently performed in Nashville's R&B clubs, collectively known in th
Something's Got a Hold on Me
…Something's Got a Hold on Me" is a song by American singer Etta James. The song was written by James, Leroy Kirkland and Pearl Woods, while production was handled by Leonard and Phil Chess. It was released in 1962 as the…
James performing in 2000
James at the 2006 Common Ground Festival in Lansing, Michigan
James's tomb at Inglewood Park Cemetery