Me and the Devil Blues
Robert Johnson
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Early this morning When you knocked upon my door Early this morning, ooh When you knocked upon my door And I said "hello Satan I believe it's time to go" Me and the Devil Was walkin' side-by-side Me and the Devil, ooh Was walking side-by-side I'm going to beat my woman Until I get satisfied She said "you don't see why That I will dog her 'round" Now baby you know you ain't doin' me right, now She say "you don't see why, hoo That I would dog her 'round" It must-a been that old evil spirit So deep down in the ground You may bury my body Down by the highway side Baby, I don't care where you bury my body when I'm dead and gone You may bury my body, hoo Down by the highway side So my old evil spirit Can get a Greyhound bus and ride
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Written by: ROBERT JOHNSON
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9 facts about this song
Robert Johnson InspirationRobert Johnson is credited with the original creation of "Me and the Devil Blues". He only recorded 29 songs during his short life, but his music has influenced countless musicians, including Eric Clapton and Peter Green.
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Eric Clapton’s RenditionEric Clapton covered "Me and the Devil Blues" in his album "Me and Mr. Johnson" which was released in 2004. It was an entire album tribute to the works of Robert Johnson.
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Peter Green’s ConnectionPeter Green also covered this iconic song. Green himself was renowned as one of the "Three Kings" of the British Blues scene in the latter half of the 1960s, the other two being Eric Clapton and Mick Taylor.
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Theme of the Song"Me and the Devil Blues" is a haunting song about a man who wakes up to find the devil at his door. The song explores themes of selling one's soul to the devil, which was a recurring theme in Johnson's music and a common trope in blues songs.
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Legacy"Me and the Devil Blues," along with Johnson's other songs, have been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, and they are considered to be some of the most important blues songs ever recorded.
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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame RecognitionBoth Robert Johnson and Eric Clapton have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Johnson was posthumously inducted in 1986 and Clapton is the only three-time inductee, first as a member of the Yardbirds, then as a member of Cream, and finally as a solo artist in 2000.
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Mysterious CircumstancesRobert Johnson's life and death are surrounded by mystery, including the legend that he sold his soul to the devil in exchange for his remarkable musical abilities. It is this very legend that is believed to be the inspiration for "Me and the Devil Blues".
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Peter Green’s RetirementKnown for his struggles with mental health, Peter Green retired from the music industry in the 1970s but made some appearances in the following decades. His rendition of "Me and the Devil Blues" often reflected his dark personal struggles.
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Influence and ImpactThe song "Me and the Devil Blues" has influenced countless artists and been covered in a range of styles, including by the likes of Cowboy Junkies and Gil Scott-Heron. It's recognized for its historic impact on blues music regardless of the performer.
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