Dust My Broom
Elmore James
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I'm a get up soon in the mornin' I believe I'll dust my broom I'm a get up soon in the mornin' I believe I'll dust my broom I'll quit the best gal, I'm lovin' Now my friends can get in my room I'm gonna write a letter, gonna call every town I know I'm gonna write a letter, telephone every town I know If I don't find her in Mississippi She be in East Monroe I know And I don't want no woman Want every downtown man she meets No I don't want no woman Want every downtown man she meets Man, she's a no good doney They shouldn't allow her on the street, yeah I believe, I believe my time ain't long I believe, I believe my time ain't long I ain't gonna leave my baby And break up my happy home
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Written by: James Elmore, Robert Johnson
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10 facts about this song
Origin"Dust My Broom" is a Blues song originally written and recorded by Robert Johnson, a prominent Delta Blues singer and guitarist, in 1936. Elmore James is widely known for his adaptation of the song, but he is not the original artist.
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James' VersionElmore James recorded his popular version of "Dust My Broom" in 1951 which is often the one people associate with this classic blues hit.
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Distinctive StyleJames' version of "Dust My Broom" is known for its distinctive guitar riff. The 'sliding triplet' is a characteristic signature not only of this song but also of Elmore James' style in general.
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InfluenceThis song is said to have marked a notable milestone in the evolution of the blues genre. Its guitar solos and riffs would go on to heavily influence later blues rock artists such as Eric Clapton.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Dust My Broom" reflect common themes found in blues music such as heartbreak, defiance, and the feelings of wanderlust or longing for change.
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Multiple CoversSince its first release, "Dust My Broom" has been covered by countless artists across different genres, extending its impact on popular music. Some notable artists include ZZ Top, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Fleetwood Mac.
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RecognitionElmore James' version of "Dust My Broom" was inducted into the Blues Foundation Hall of Fame in 1983.
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PopularityDespite being a blues song, "Dust My Broom" reached No. 9 on Billboard's Rhythm & Blues Records chart, demonstrating its crossover appeal.
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Artistic LicenseElmore James' cover isn't a perfect copy of Johnson's original. He made some changes to the lyrics and formatted his version as a twelve-bar blues. This is a good example of how cover songs can be altered to suit the style of the musician performing them.
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LegacyRolling Stone magazine listed "Dust My Broom" by Elmore James as number 29 in its Top 100 Guitar Songs of All Time in 2008, confirming the long-lasting legacy of this iconic blues track.
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