Fixin' to Die
Bob Dylan
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Feelin' funny in my mind Lord, I believe I'm fixin' to die Feelin' funny in my mind Lord, I believe I'm fixin' to die Well I don't mind dyin' but I hate to leave my children cryin' Well look over yonder, to that buryin' ground Look over yonder, to that buryin' ground Sure seems lonesome, Lord when the sun goes down Feelin' funny in my eyes Lord, I believe I'm fixin' to die, fixin' to die Feelin' funny in my eyes Lord, I believe I'm fixin' to die Well I don't mind dyin' but I hate to leave my children cryin' Well there's black smoke risin' Lord, it's risin' up above my head, up above my head Well there's black smoke risin' Lord, it's risin' up above my head Can you tell Jesus, "Make up my dyin' bed" Well I'm walkin' kinda funny Lord, I believe I'm fixin' to die, fixin' to die Yes I'm walkin' kinda funny Lord, I believe I'm fixin' to die Fixin' to die, fixin' to die Well I don't mind dyin' but I hate to leave my children cryin'
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Written by: Booker T. Washington
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8 facts about this song
Song Origin"Fixin' to Die" was originally a Delta blues song that was written and originally recorded by Bukka White in 1940. It has since been covered by a variety of artists, including Bob Dylan, Dave Van Ronk, and G. Love.
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Bob Dylan's versionBob Dylan included his version of "Fixin' to Die" on his debut, self-titled album, which was released in 1962. It was one of two Bukka White songs covered on the album.
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Bukka White's versionWhile originally recorded in 1940, Bukka White's version of the song became more popular during the folk revival of the 1960s. The song is considered a classic example of the Delta blues style.
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Dave Van Ronk's versionDave Van Ronk, known as the "Mayor of MacDougal Street" in the Greenwich Village folk scene, also covered "Fixin' to Die". His version was included on his 1963 album "Folksinger".
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G. Love's versionG. Love included his own version of "Fixin' to Die" on his 2011 album, which was also titled "Fixin' to Die". His version was more in the style of Delta blues than the previous covers.
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Musical StyleThe song "Fixin’ to Die" features the traditional three-chord structure that is characteristic of the blues genre. However, with each artist covering it, the song has taken on a slightly different feel.
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Lyrics and ThemeThe song's lyrics reflect a resigned acceptance of impending death, a common theme in the blues. The straightforwardly morbid lyrics ' "I'm lookin' funny in my eyes, and I believe I'm a fixin' to die" - give it a haunting melancholy.
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Impact of the SongOver the years, "Fixin' to Die" has gained a significant reputation due to the various notable musicians who have covered it. It stands out as a significant part of the American blues canon and serves as a testament to Bukka White's ability as a songwriter and performer.
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