Drunk

Ace Cannon

About Drunk

"Drunk" is a 1953 Jimmy Liggins song. The song was released on Art Rupe's Specialty Records with another Liggins' composition "I'll Never Let You Go" as the B-side. The song "Drunk" has been covered by many artists including Ace Cannon (1971) and Steve Tallis (1986). The lyrics include the line "Came home one night with a spinning in my head/reached for the pillow, missed the whole darned bed". The single was a top ten best seller at the end of 1953 into January 1954, according to the Billboard charts, and in the top five of tracks played on jukeboxes.  


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1995
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It's a mean old bottle they call moonshine
Red, red wine so mellow and fine
Come home at night with a burnin' in my head
Reach for the pillow Mr. Whole darn bed
Drunk
Drunk
Drunk
Drunk

Gin is a drink so mellow and slow
Get a little taste and you want some more
Start out walking and you just couldn't go
Reach for the knob on Mr. Whole darn door
Drunk
Drunk
Drunk
Drunk

Drunk
Drunk
Drunk
Drunk

I keeps on drinking, it all my goal
Every Monday morning my head is sore
Want me brand new wine so doggone fine 
I'm gonna try you just one more time
Drunk 
Got drunk
Drunk 
Got drunk

Oh, I feel so bad

Gotta get your edge off, yeah, drunk

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Ace Cannon

John "Ace" Cannon (born 5 May 1934 in Grenada, Mississippi) is an American tenor and alto saxophonist. He played and toured with Hi Records stablemate Bill Black's Combo, and started a solo career with his record "Tuff" in 1961, using the Black combo as his backing group. "Tuff" hit #17 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 in 1962, and the follow-up single "Blues (Stay Away from Me)" hit #36 that same year. In April 1965, he released Ace Cannon Live (HL 12025); according to the liner notes by Nick Pesce the album was recorded in front of a live audience inside Hi's recording studio, and Pesce claims this was the first time such an album had ever been recorded (as opposed to previous live albums recorded in concert venues). more »

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Written by: Jimmy Liggins

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7 facts about this song

Song Structure
"Drunk" has a typical blues structure, featuring a repeated chord progression and lyrical phrases. This traditional form adds to the song's authentic jazz and blues feel.
Artist Background
Ace Cannon, an American R&B tenor and alto saxophonist, was a session musician for various record labels before embarking on his musical journey. His versatility allowed him to easily play "Drunk" and add his unique twist to the song. - Jimmy Liggins is a renowned West Coast blues musician known for his boogie-woogie rhythm and powerful vocals. His version of "Drunk" showcases his strong vocal mindset and ability to engage the audience.
Major Achievements
Though Disco Ace is the more popular version, both renditions of "Drunk" by Ace Cannon and Jimmy Liggins earned widespread fame in the R&B community. Their shared credit for this song strengthens its legacy in the genre.
Musical Style
"Drunk" has a vibrant, jazzy feel consistent with the work of both Ace Cannon and Jimmy Liggins. Its groovy rhythm makes it a perfect dance tune, while the lyrical content offers a humorous take on drunkenness — a common theme in blues and jazz music.
Historical Context
"Drunk" was released in 1953, a time when R&B was on the rise and becoming a powerful force in the American music landscape. The song perfectly reflects the mood and energy of this era, making it a classic of its time.
Song Inspiration
Though the specific inspirations behind "Drunk" are not clear, the song definitely fits into the broader theme of blues music — expressing deep, personal emotions in a way that's both raw and relatable. With its blend of humor and melancholy, "Drunk" is a song that many listeners can identify with.
Collaboration
Despite being credited to both Ace Cannon and Jimmy Liggins, there's no record of the two musicians working together on "Drunk". Instead, each version of the song stands as an independent interpretation of a shared concept, reflecting the unique style and talent of its respective performer.

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