Nina Simone- “Work Song“ Live (Merv Griffin Show 1966)

The haunting and soulful Nina Simone sings a riveting version of “Work Song“ evoking the chain gang laments of the African-American South. Merv Griffin had over 5000 guests appear on his show from 1963-1986. Footage from the Merv Griffin Show is available for licensing to all forms of media through Reelin’ In The Years Productions. .