32-20 Blues
Muddy Waters
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I'm gonna get my 32-20, my baby she ridin' around in a V8 Ford Lord, I'm gonna get my 32-20, my little girl ridin' Around in a V8 Ford Well, you know it musta been a while ago, man, somebody Went out my backdoor That's the reason I carry my 32-20, that the reason I Carries it ev'ryday Lord, that's the reason I carry my 32-20, that's the Reason I carries it ev'ryday Well now, you know how she been runnin' around here, Hmm, I'd a-swear somebody gonna fade away Lord, I got a lil' into trouble, down on Mr. Stovall's Place Lord, I have got in a little trouble, way down on Mr. Stovall's place Well now, you know my baby she been runnin' around here Ridin', And I had to sit down and change my ways I got a pretty little thing, livin' down by Frairs Point I got a pretty little thing, she's livin' down on Friars Fairs town Now you know the reason I carry that 32-20, man, I Don't want my little baby ridin' around Play that thing boy! Well that's why I tote my 32-20, little gal, ev'rywhere I go Yeah, that's why I tote my 32-20, baby, most ev'rywhere I go Well now, you know I'm tired of my baby runnin' around Here ridin', man, down in a V8 Ford
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Written by: ROBERT JOHNSON
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8 facts about this song
Song Composition"32-20 Blues" is a traditional blues song that has been covered by multiple artists. This song is originally written by the legendary blues singer Robert Johnson.
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Eric Clapton’s VersionEric Clapton's version of "32-20 Blues" was featured on his album "Me and Mr. Johnson," released in 2004. This album was a tribute to Robert Johnson and included covers of 14 of his songs.
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Muddy Waters VersionEven though Muddy Waters has been a master in the blues genre with a significant influence on later artists, there isn't a specific record of his version of "32-20 Blues".
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Peter Green’s VersionPeter Green, founder of the band Fleetwood Mac, was known for his blues roots. He also performed a version of "32-20 Blues". He's known for his unique approach to blues music and his version of this song reflects that.
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Robert Johnson’s LegacyRobert Johnson, the original artist behind "32-20 Blues", is largely considered one of the greatest blues musicians of all time. Despite his short life, he made an enormous impact on the music world and his songs, including "32-20 Blues", have been covered by countless artists.
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Rory Block’s VersionRory Block is known for her classical renditions of traditional blues songs. Often playing alone with her guitar, Block's version of "32-20 Blues" offers a true reflection of the original spirit of the song.
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Song Meaning"32-20 Blues" is a song about a .32-20 Winchester rifle. The protagonist of the song threatens his lover with it. This was a common theme for blues songs of the 1930s, capturing the hardships and struggle of life.
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Inspiring the British Blues BoomPerformances of the song by artists like Eric Clapton and Peter Green have helped to popularize the song and have influenced many British blues and rock musicians.
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