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"Abraham, Martin and John" is a 1968 song written by Dick Holler. It was first recorded by Dion , in a version that was a substantial North American chart hit in 1968–1969. Near-simultaneous cover versions by Smokey Robinson and the Miracles and Moms Mabley also charted in the U.S. in 1969, and a version that same year by Marvin Gaye became ...
- "Daddy Rollin' (In Your Arms)"
- August 1968
- Allegro Sound Studios; Engineer Bruce Staple
- Folk rock
“Abraham, Martin, and John” is a folk-rock song from 1968 originally recorded by Dion DiMucci. Throughout this song, the speaker recounts the tragic deaths of the eponymous American heroes.
Dec 2, 2009 · “Abraham, Martin and John,” a lovely comeback hit for rocker Dion DiMucci, aka Dion, in late 1968, seems to fall into the latter category. Well-received by critics and listeners at the time...
Songfacts®: This song is a tribute to those involved in the battle for civil rights. The title refers to Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King Jr. and John F. Kennedy. The last verse in the song refers to "Bobby" - JFK's brother, Robert Kennedy.
