My Babe
Willie Dixon, Little Walter
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My baby don't stand no cheatin', my babe Oh yeah she don't stand no cheatin', my babe Oh yeah she don't stand no cheatin', She don't stand none of that midnight creepin' My babe, true little baby, my babe My babe, I know she love me, my babe Oh yes, I know she love me, my babe Oh yes, I know she love me, She don't do nothin' but kiss and hug me My babe, true little baby, my babe My baby don't stand no cheatin', my babe Oh no, she don't stand no cheatin', my babe Oh no, she don't stand no cheatin', Ev'rything she do she do so pleasin' My babe, true little baby, my babe My baby don't stand no foolin', my babe Oh yeah, she don't stand no foolin', my babe Oh yeah, she don't stand no foolin', When she's hot there ain't no coolin' My babe, true little baby, my babe She's my baby (true little baby) ...
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12 facts about this song
Genre Classification"My Babe" by Little Walter is classified under the genre of blues and rhythm and blues.
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Songwriter CreditThe song, "My Babe," was written by Willie Dixon, a prolific blues songwriter and musician of his era.
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Harmonica TalentLittle Walter, whose real name was Marion Walter Jacobs, was known for his virtuoso harmonica playing, which stands out in his recording of "My Babe."
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Song Inspiration"My Babe" is based on a traditional gospel song called "This Train (Is Bound For Glory)" that was rearranged by Willie Dixon.
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Chart SuccessUpon its release in 1955, "My Babe" reached number one on the Billboard R&B chart.
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Popular CoverThe song has been covered by numerous artists across various genres, including Elvis Presley, The Everly Brothers, and Bruce Springsteen.
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Unique Sound"My Babe" was notable for combining elements of gospel music with blues, creating a sound unique within the genre.
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Song's LegacyThe song "My Babe" continues to be influential and is considered an essential recording in blues music.
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Instrumental TechniqueLittle Walter is credited with revolutionizing blues harmonica playing with his amplification techniques, which can be heard clearly in "My Babe."
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Album Inclusion"My Babe" was later included on Little Walter's compilation album, 'The Best of Little Walter,' released in 1958.
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Award RecognitionIn 2012, "My Babe" was inducted into the Blues Foundation Hall of Fame as a "Classic of Blues Recording."
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Historical ContextReleased during the era of segregation, "My Babe" crossed racial barriers by achieving success with both white and African American audiences.
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