Little Rocking Chair (1950)

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Lonnie Johnson

Alonzo "Lonnie" Johnson (February 8, 1899 – June 16, 1970) was an American blues and jazz singer/guitarist and songwriter who pioneered the role of jazz guitar and is recognized as the first to play single-string guitar solos. Johnson was not only one of the few black blues musicians invited to be 'guest featured' on a number of jazz recording sessions, he was also one of the only classic 1920's blues artists to have a revived a high-charting career after WWII. more »

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Well, I'm goin' down to the river, take along my little rockin' chair.
Well, I'm goin' down to the river, take along my little rockin' chair.
Well, if I can't find my lover, guess I'll rock on 'way from here.

Yes, I'm so tired of being disappointed, I'm so tired of being all alone.
Yes, I'm so tired of being disappointed, I'm so tired of being all alone.
Yes, I'm so tired of layin' down at night, worryin' ‘bout where my baby's gone.

Sometimes when the sun is risin' in the mornin', still walkin' up and down my floor.
Sometimes when the sun is risin' in the mornin', still walkin' up and down my floor.
My two pillows so covered with tears, that I can't rest in my bed no more.

Yes, I been drinkin' to keep from thinkin', I been smilin' when my heart is cryin'.
Yes, I been drinkin' to keep from thinkin', smilin' when my heart is cryin'.
Yes, I've been tryin' my best, to find a little peace for this worried mind.

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