The Kinks - You Really Got Me (1964)

“You Really Got Me“ was released in the UK on 4 August 1964 by Pye Records as the group’s third single, and reached number one on the Record Retailer chart the following month, remaining there for two weeks. It was released in the US on 2 September by Reprise Records. The song became the group’s breakthrough hit. It established them as one of the top British Invasion acts in the United States, reaching number seven later in the year. Lead Guitar, Background Vocals: Dave Davies Bass Guitar, Background Vocals: Pete Quaife Drums & Percussion: Mick Avory Keyboards, Harmonica, Rhythm Guitar, Vocals: Ray Davies Producer: Shel Talmy Author, Composer: Raymond Douglas Davies