About The Song
“Some Kind of Wonderful” is a song by Grand Funk Railroad, released as a single in 1974. The song was written by John Ellison and originally recorded by his group, Soul Brothers Six, in 1967. Grand Funk Railroad’s version became a major hit and is one of their most well-known songs.
The band Grand Funk Railroad, often just called Grand Funk, was a rock band formed in 1969 in Flint, Michigan. The classic lineup consisted of Mark Farner (vocals and guitar), Don Brewer (drums and vocals), and Mel Schacher (bass). They were known for their energetic and blues-influenced rock music.
“Some Kind of Wonderful” features the signature hard rock sound of Grand Funk Railroad, with powerful vocals and a catchy chorus. The song’s success helped solidify the band’s popularity in the 1970s. It reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.