Slippin' and Slidin'
Richard Penniman, Little Richard
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Slippin' and slidin', peepin' and a-hidin' Been told along time ago Slippin' and slidin', peepin' and a-hidin' Been told along time ago I been told, baby you been bold I won't be your fool no more Oh big conniver, nothin but a jiver I done got hip to your jive Oh big conniver, nothin but a jiver I done got hip to your jive Slippin' and slidin', peepin' and a-hidin' I won't be your fool no more Oh Melinda, she's a solid sender You know you better surrender Oh Melinda, she's a solid sinner You know you'd better surrender Slippin' and slidin', peepin' and a-hidin' I won't be your fool no more Slippin' and slidin', peepin' and a-hidin' Been told a long time ago Slippin' and slidin', peepin' and a-hidin' Been told along time ago I been told baby you been bold I won't be your fool no more
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Written by: Albert Collins, Edurin Bogage, James Smith, Richard Penniman
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Slippin’ and Slidin'" is often categorized under the rock and roll genre. Little Richard's energetic performances and up-tempo rhythms are characteristics of this music style.
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Origin of the Song"Slippin' and Slidin'" is not an original song by Little Richard, but rather a cover. He included his version on his 1955 debut album "Here's Little Richard."
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Original ComposerThe song was first written and performed by Eddie Boogie in 1956. Little Richard adapted it with new lyrics and a different melody.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough not as famous as "Tutti Frutti" or "Long Tall Sally," "Slippin’ and Slidin'" did well in the charts. It reached number 2 in the Billboard Rhythm & Blues chart and number 17 in the Billboard Pop chart.
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Influence on Other ArtistsThe song, like many of Little Richard's tracks, had a profound impact on future artists. John Lennon, for example, covered “Slippin’ and Slidin'” on his 1975 "Rock 'n' Roll" album.
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Place in Rock Music HistoryLittle Richard's "Slippin' and Slidin'" is considered a staple in early rock and roll history. It is generally seen as a key phase from rhythm and blues towards the more aggressive rock and roll style.
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Use in FilmIn 1991, the song was featured in the film "The Commitments," an Irish-British-American comedy-drama about a band from the Northside of Dublin.
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Performance StyleLittle Richard's version of the song is known for its vocal acrobatics, dynamic piano riffs and electric energy - elements that helped define the rock and roll sound.
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In Pop CultureThe song continues to be sampled and used in various other media, including the popular video game "Mafia II", showcasing its enduring impact on pop culture.
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Recognition"Slippin' and Slidin'" solidified Little Richard's reputation as one of the founders of rock & roll and was instrumental in establishing his unique performance style. This song is indeed a significant part of Little Richard's musical legacy.
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