Etta James – Seven Day Fool b/w Mary Ann Fisher – Put On My Shoes – Outta Sight 7″

Seven Day Fool is an R&B song written by Billy Davis, and first recorded by Etta James for Argo Records. Although not a big hit upon release (#95 US pop chart), the track has since become very well-known and in demand on the Northern Soul and Mod scenes in the UK. When Mary Ann Fisher split from Ray Charles she began her solo career, performing in theatres with legends such as B.B. King, James Brown, Jackie Wilson and many more. She is remembered for being one of the first African American women to have a career as an R&B singer, paving the way for future generations.