"I Like It Like That" is a song by Chris Kenner and Allen Toussaint, first recorded by Kenner, whose version reached No. 2 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100

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in 1961. It was kept from the No.1 spot by " Tossin' and Turnin'" by Bobby Lewis. This release also went to No. 2 on the R&B singles chart, also behind "Tossin' and Turnin'". The narrator of the song invites the listener to come with him to a happening spot named "I Like It Like That". The lyrics are mostly spoken in the verses, as well as saying the line: "The name of the place is".

Cover versions

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's 1965 version, all the lyrics are sung. It charted at No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100. ''

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'' called it a "very tough rendition."

References

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