Whipping Post

Gregg Allman

About Whipping Post

"Whipping Post" is a song by The Allman Brothers Band. Written by Gregg Allman, the five-minute studio version first appeared on their 1969 debut album The Allman Brothers Band. The song was regularly played live and was the basis for much longer and more intense performances. This was captured in the Allman Brothers' 1971 double live album At Fillmore East, where a 22-minute rendition of the song takes up the entire final side. It was this recording that garnered "Whipping Post" spots on both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll list and Rolling Stone's list of "The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time".  


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I've been run down and I've been lied to.
And I don't know why, I let that mean woman make me a fool.
She took all my money, wrecks my new car.
Now she's with one of my good time buddies,
They're drinkin in some cross-town bar.

Sometimes I feel, sometimes I feel,
Like I been tied to the whippin' post.
Tied to the whippin' post, tied to the whippin' post.
Good Lord, I feel like I'm dyin'.

My friends tell me, that I've been such a fool.
But I had to stand by and take it baby, all for lovin' you.
Drown myself in sorrow as I look at what you've done.
But nothing seemed to change, the bad times stayed the same,
And I can't run.

Sometimes I feel, sometimes I feel,
Like I been tied to the whippin' post.
Tied to the whippin' post, tied to the whippin' post.
Good Lord, I feel like I'm dyin'.

Sometimes I feel, sometimes I feel,
Like I been tied to the whippin' post.
Tied to the whippin' post, tied to the whippin' post.
Good Lord, I feel like I'm dyin'.

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Gregg Allman

Gregory LeNoir "Gregg" Allman (born December 8, 1947 in Nashville, Tennessee) is an American rock and blues singer, keyboardist, guitarist and songwriter, and a founding member of The Allman Brothers Band. He was inducted with the band into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995 and received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Georgia Music Hall of Fame in 2006. His distinctive voice placed him in 70th place in the Rolling Stone list of the "100 Greatest Singers of All Time". more »

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Written by: Gregg L. Allman

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10 facts about this song

Composition
"Whipping Post" was written by Gregg Allman, the lead vocalist and keyboardist of The Allman Brothers Band. It was released on September 23, 1969, as part of their debut album, "The Allman Brothers Band."
Genre
The song is classified under the Southern Rock genre. However, it often incorporates elements of blues, jazz, and long, free-form jam sections typical of the band's sound.
Inspiration
Gregg Allman wrote "Whipping Post" on an ironing board cover, using old burnt matches, reportedly because he couldn't find any paper or pencils at the time.
Popularity
Although "Whipping Post" didn't have a single release or chart success upon its initial release, it quickly became an essential part of The Allman Brothers Band's live performances and gained popularity over time.
Live Performances
The 23-minute live version of "Whipping Post,"—it was one of the band's definitive concert numbers which is featured on the album "At Fillmore East," is considered one of the greatest live performances in rock history.
Recognition
In 2006, the song was listed as number 373 in Rolling Stone's list of "500 Greatest Songs of All Time."
Cover Versions
Many other musicians have covered "Whipping Post" in their performances, including Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention in '74, and Gov't Mule, a Southern rock band formed in '94 by two members of The Allman Brothers Band.
Lyric Content
The lyrics of "Whipping Post" were influenced by Gregg Allman's personal experiences. The song vividly describes a man who feels as though he's been tied to a whipping post and is suffering because of a deceitful woman.
Music Structure
One unique feature of "Whipping Post" is that it was written in 11/4 time signature. The song's irregular meter gives it an unusual, unsettled feeling which contributes to its appeal.
Impact
Despite not being a hit on the charts, the song's fame and legacy continue to endure, with various artists and bands continuing to cover and perform the song both live and in recordings. It is considered an icon of Southern Rock.

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