Black Night

Buddy Guy

About Black Night

"Black Night" is a 1951 blues song by Charles Brown. A slow minor-key blues, it is performed in the West Coast blues-style. Brown, on vocal and piano, is backed by a small combo with the addition of Maxwell Davis on saxophone."Black Night" was Brown's second single to reach number one on Billboard's R&B chart. It remained at the top position for 14 weeks, longer than any other single. In 2005, it was inducted into the Blues Foundation Blues Hall of Fame as a "Classic of Blues Recording – Single or Album Track". James Booker covered the song on his albums King of the New Orleans Keyboardand Live from Belle Vue. Dr. John covered it on his album In a Sentimental Mood. Buddy Guy covered the song on his album Damn Right, I've Got the Blues. Joe Bonamassa also covered the song on his album Sloe Gin. 


Year:
1991
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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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Buddy Guy

George "Buddy" Guy (born July 30, 1936) is an American blues guitarist and singer. Critically acclaimed, he is a pioneer of the Chicago blues sound and has served as an influence to some of the most notable musicians of his generation, including Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan. In the 1960s Guy was a member of Muddy Waters' band and was a house guitarist at Chess Records. He can be heard on Howlin' Wolf's "Killing Floor" and Koko Taylor's "Wang Dang Doodle" as well as on his own Chess sides and the fine series of records he made with harmonica player Junior Wells. more »

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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.
Album Information
The song "Black Night" is a track in Buddy Guy's 8th studio album, “Feels Like Rain,” released in 1993.
Song Inspiration
The 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.
Song Cover
Although considered a cover, the version by Buddy Guy and Dr. John has its unique touch, largely due to the blending of their distinctive styles.
Award Recognition
“Feels Like Rain,” the album containing "Black Night," won the Grammy for Best Contemporary Blues Album in 1993.
High-profile Collaborations
Besides Dr. John, the album also featured other notable artists like Bonnie Raitt and Paul Rodgers.
Music Style
In "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.
Notable Lyrics
The 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."
Live Performances
"Black Night" is a song frequently performed at Buddy Guy's live concerts, showcasing his vibrant and energetic live performance style.
Career Impact
Although 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.
Dr. John's Contribution
Dr. John, known for his boogie-woogie piano style and gritty New Orleans jazz sound, brings a soulful, melancholic layer to the song "Black Night."
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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