Today I Sing the Blues
Aretha Franklin
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Without a word of warning The blues walked in this morning And circled rund my lonely room I didn't know why I had That sad and lonely feeling 'Till my baby called and said it's through Yesterday I sang a love song But today I sing the blues I know the explanation But that's no constellation No matter how your love You can lose And since I lost I rather walk around and worry I guess I've walked the darkest avenue Yesterday I sang a love song But today I sing the blues Now it strikes me kind of funny How life can be this way We were lovers last night honey But not in love today Now it strikes me kind of funny How faith can be unfair It seems that I'm the one To lose in every love affair Yes it must be written for me That I should be the one to always lose Yesterday I sang a love song But today I sing the blues Now it strikes me kind of funny How life can be this way We were lovers last night honey But not in love today Now it strikes me kind of funny How faith can be unfair It seems that I'm the one To lose in every love affair Yes it must be written for me That I should be the one to always lose Yesterday I sang a love song But today I sing the blues
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Written by: Curtis Lewis
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12 facts about this song
Musical Genre"Today I Sing the Blues" is a rhythm and blues song that fully showcases Aretha Franklin's powerful and soulful voice.
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Original Release DateThis iconic track was originally released in September 1960.
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Chart PerformanceDespite being one of her earliest recordings, "Today I Sing the Blues" was a hit for Franklin, reaching number 10 on the Billboard R&B chart.
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Album InclusionThe song was included in Aretha's debut studio album 'Aretha: With The Ray Bryant Combo' which was her first album for Columbia Records.
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Returning to Roots"Today I Sing the Blues" was indicative of Franklin's return to her roots, as she had first gained recognition as a gospel singer before transitioning to pop music due to the urging of Columbia Records.
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Song's ThemeThe song's theme revolves around heartbreak and longing, common themes in blues music.
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Song's WriterThe song was penned by Curtis Lewis, an African-American songwriter, known for many popular R&B songs in the 1950s and 1960s.
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Producer of the SongJohn Hammond, who is noted for his work with many other notable music artists, produced "Today I Sing the Blues."
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Live PerformancesAretha Franklin performed "Today I Sing The Blues" live on various occasions, further capturing audiences with her expressive performances and emotional delivery of the song.
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Later RenditionsDespite being an early hit, Franklin revisited "Today I Sing the Blues" later in her career, including a live rendition in the 1971 film 'Soul to Soul'.
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Cultural InfluenceAs one of Franklin's breakthrough hits, "Today I Sing the Blues" played a significant role in earning her the title "Queen of Soul" and further established her as an icon in the world of Rhythm and Blues music.
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Cover VersionsThe song's popularity has led to many cover versions from multiple artists over the years, including ones by Sam Cooke, Helen Humes, and Christine Kittrell.
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