Oh Baby

Little Walter, Led Zeppelin

About Oh Baby

"(I Love You So) Oh Baby" is a 1954 song written by Walter Jacobs and Willie Dixon, first recorded by Jacobs as Little Walter And His Jukes in 1954. The song has been covered by Led Zeppelin, Kim Wilson and many others.


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Oh baby, you gonna miss me when I'm gone
Oh baby, you gonna miss me when I'm gone
I thought you were my baby
And you would always be my friend

Oh baby, I feel tears comin' in my eyes
Baby, I feel tears comin' in my eyes
If I don't leave now baby
I'm goin' to break down and cry

Oh baby, I'll never touch your love again
Oh baby, I'll never touch your love again
Well you said, you'd be my honey
My sweetheart until the end

You got my heart a achin' 'cause I love you so
Things are pretty down, I can't stand no more
Ooh ooh ooh, gonna miss me when I'm gone
Oh baby, you gonna miss me when I'm gone
Oh baby, you gonna miss me when I'm gone

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Little Walter

Little Walter, born Marion Walter Jacobs (May 1, 1930 – February 15, 1968), was an American blues harmonica player, whose revolutionary approach to his instrument has earned him comparisons to Charlie Parker and Jimi Hendrix, for innovation and impact on succeeding generations. His virtuosity and musical innovations fundamentally altered many listeners' expectations of what was possible on blues harmonica. Little Walter was inducted to the The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008 in the "sideman" category making him the first and only artist ever to be inducted specifically for his work as a harmonica player. more »

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Written by: WALTER JACOBS, WILLIE DIXON

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9 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Oh Baby" falls under the Blues genre. Little Walter is famous for his contributions to the development of Chicago blues in the 1950s.
Release Date
The song "Oh Baby" was released in 1954 as part of the album titled "Best of Little Walter".
Chart Performance
While specific chart details for "Oh Baby" are not readily available, Little Walter had several hits that featured on Billboard's R&B chart, notably his tracks "My Babe" and "Juke".
Instrumental Brilliance
Renowned for his harmonica playing, Little Walter introduced amplified harmonica in "Oh Baby". His polished musical style and complex solos are considered as hallmarks of the song.
Band Information
"Oh Baby" was recorded with Little Walter's band, The Jukes. The band was a major part of his successful career and they backed him on many of his songs.
Songwriting Credits
The song "Oh Baby" was written by Little Walter himself, showcasing his skill not just as a musician, but also as a songwriter.
Influence and Legacy
"Oh Baby", along with the other works of Little Walter have had a significant influence on blues music, inspiring many well-known artists like The Rolling Stones and The Yardbirds.
Harmonica Innovation
"Oh Baby" is one of the songs which solidified Little Walter's reputation as a pioneering blues harmonica player. He used a small microphone to amplify his harmonica, essentially inventing a new sound for the instrument.
Posthumous Recognition
Although Little Walter passed away in 1968, his music including "Oh Baby" continues to be beloved by blues enthusiasts. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008, the first and only artist to be inducted specifically for his work as a harmonica player.

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