I’m not sure if the featured image is supposed to be an elaborate emoji or a tattoo, but in either case, I dig it. Who among us hasn’t felt heartbreak? It’s been the subject of more songs that you can shake a stick at. I’ve always thought that was a weird image. Who would do such a thing? Discuss amongst yourselves.

What Becomes Of The Brokenhearted was written  in 1966 by William Weatherspoon, Paul Riser, and James Dean.

Not this James Dean:

Ouch.

This torchy Motown tune was first recorded by Jimmy Ruffin, the big brother of the Temptations’ David Ruffin.

The other Supremes knew what becomes of the brokenhearted after their group was transformed into a vehicle for Diana Ross.

Before forming Eurhythmics, Dave Stewart recorded this week’s tune with Zombies lead singer Colin Blunstone.

Next up, Boy George & Luther Vandross. Holy odd couple, Batman.

Robson Green took a detour from Grantchester and cut this song with Ripper Street star Jerome Flynn. Not really but I felt like making British TV references. Y’all probably know Jerome best from Game Of Thrones.

FCH regular Joan Osborne cut the Weatherspoon, Riser, and Dean classic in 2007.

Finally, Bruce Springsteen. Say no more.

What would the Friday Cocktail Hour be without instrumental versions of the week’s tune? This time, Roxy Music sax man Andy Mackay.

That’s it for this week. I propose a toast to everyone standing up to MAGA madness. It’s what Natalie Wood, James Dean, and Sal Mineo would want. Never argue with them.