Gorilla (James Taylor album) Taylor on January 7, 1974). His then wife Carly Simon was featured on "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)" originally recorded by Marvin Gaye. Jimmy Buffett recorded "Mexico" on his 1995 album "Barometer Soup" and performed "Lighthouse" during his Salty Piece of Land tour of 2005. All songs by James Taylor unless otherwise noted. Side One Side Two Gorilla (James Taylor album) Gorilla is the sixth studio album by American singer-songwriter James Taylor. Released on May 1, 1975, it was more successful than "Walking Man", his previous release, with two hits: "Mexico" and "How Sweet It Is
Highway Song (James Taylor song) Timothy Crouse stated that Alex's singing of the "Sweet misunderstanding won't you leave a poor boy alone" line revealed his "blues streak." Rudis preferred Alex's version to James' on the basis of its greater passion and what Rudis regarded as a "nicer ending." "Tuscaloosa News" editor Ben Windham compared Alex's version to Brook Benton's rendition of "Rainy Night in Georgia," citing the "deep soul singing, sparse instrumental backing" and its use of string instruments. Fred Kirby of "Billboard" described it as having a "rustic blues feel. Highway Song (James Taylor song) "Highway Song" is a song written by James Taylor.