Uncle Kracker created a cover of the song that was originally recorded in 1972 by whom?
Drift Away "Drift Away" is a song by Mentor Williams and originally recorded by John Henry Kurtz on his 1972 album "Reunion". In 1973 the song became Dobie Gray's biggest hit, peaking at number five on the "Billboard" Hot 100 and certified gold by the RIAA. It was the final pop hit for Decca Records in the United States.
Use Me (Bill Withers song) "Use Me" is a song, composed and originally recorded by Bill Withers, which was included on his 1972 album "Still Bill". It was his second-biggest hit in the United States, released in September 1972, and later reaching No. 2 on the "Billboard" Hot 100 chart. "Use Me" also peaked at No. 2 on the soul chart for two weeks. Withers performed the song on "Soul Train" on November 4, 1972. "Billboard" ranked it as the No. 78 song for 1972. The song was certified Gold by the RIAA. The song is noted for its repeated bass figure which is heard alongside a complex rhythm in the percussion.