Black Night
Buddy Guy
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Black night is fallin' Oh how I hate to be alone Black night is fallin' Oh how I hate to be alone I keep crying for my baby And there ain't another day is gone I have no one to talk with To tell my trouble to My baby gone and left me Someone tell me what more, what more can I do Black night is fallin' Oh how I hate to be alone I keep crying for my baby And there ain't another day is gone Yeah I have no one to talk with To tell my trouble to My brother's in Iraq And I don't know, don't know what to do Black night is fallin' Oh how I hate to be alone Keep crying for my baby And there ain't another day is gone Look at here Goodbye baby Oh God, I sure do hate to go Goodbye baby, yeah Oh God, I sure do hate to go
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Written by: Jessie Mae Robinson
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12 facts about this song
Collaboration"Black Night" is a collaboration between two music legends: Blues guitarist Buddy Guy and New Orleans pianist Dr. John.
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Album InformationThe song "Black Night" is a track in Buddy Guy's 8th studio album, “Feels Like Rain,” released in 1993.
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Song InspirationThe song was originally written and performed by Charles Brown, an American blues singer, and pianist, pointing to the inspirations of R&B and soul in the track.
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Song CoverAlthough considered a cover, the version by Buddy Guy and Dr. John has its unique touch, largely due to the blending of their distinctive styles.
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Award Recognition“Feels Like Rain,” the album containing "Black Night," won the Grammy for Best Contemporary Blues Album in 1993.
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High-profile CollaborationsBesides Dr. John, the album also featured other notable artists like Bonnie Raitt and Paul Rodgers.
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Music StyleIn "Black Night," Buddy Guy's gritty guitar and soulful singing blend seamlessly with Dr. John's rolling piano, highlighting their ability to fuse different styles of music.
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Notable LyricsThe lyrics of the song reflect the melancholy and despair often found in blues music, with lines such as "No moon at all, what a night."
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Live Performances"Black Night" is a song frequently performed at Buddy Guy's live concerts, showcasing his vibrant and energetic live performance style.
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Career ImpactAlthough Buddy Guy was already well-known in blues circles, the album "Feels Like Rain," including "Black Night," was instrumental in introducing him to a wider audience.
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Dr. John's ContributionDr. John, known for his boogie-woogie piano style and gritty New Orleans jazz sound, brings a soulful, melancholic layer to the song "Black Night."
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Musical Influence"Black Night" is a perfect representation of the enduring influence of blues music on rock and roll and pop music.
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