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"Boll Weevil" is a traditional blues song, also known by similar titles such as "Boweavil" or "Boll Weevil Blues". Many songs about the boll weevil were recorded by blues musicians during the 1920s through the 1940s. However, a rendition by Lead Belly recorded in 1934 by folklorist Alan Lomax led to its becoming well-known. A 1961 adaptation by Brook Benton became a pop hit, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100.


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Brook Benton

Brook Benton (September 19, 1931 – April 9, 1988) was an American singer and songwriter who was popular with rock and roll, rhythm and blues, and pop music audiences during the late 1950s and early 1960s, when he scored hits such as "It's Just A Matter Of Time" and "Endlessly", many of which he co-wrote. more »

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Genre Classification
"Boll Weevil Song" is primarily classified under the R&B, pop, and soul music genres, showcasing Brook Benton's distinctive mellow baritone voice.
Release Details
"Boll Weevil Song" was released in the year 1961 with Mercury Records as its label.
Success and Rankings
The song was a major hit in the United States, peaking at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Artist Recognition
Brook Benton, the singer of "Boll Weevil Song," is well known for his big hit songs in the late 1950s and early 1960s, including this track.
Song Composition
"Boll Weevil Song" is a catchy tune where Benton has a back-and-forth conversation with a boll weevil.
Cultural Significance
The song refers to the boll weevil, an insect pest that devastated the cotton crops in the South during the 20th century.
Lyric Origins
"Boll Weevil Song" uses a traditional blues verse probably dating back to the start of the 20th Century. Folk artists have been applying these lyrics to many different melodies since then.
Cover Versions
Due to its popularity, "Boll Weevil Song" has been covered by various artists, including Teresa Brewer, who also had a hit with her cover version.
Album Inclusion
Brook Benton included "Boll Weevil Song" on his 1961 album, "The Boll Weevil Song and 11 Other Great Hits."
Artist Collaboration
The song was released as a collaboration between Brook Benton and the famous conductor and arranger, Clyde Otis. They have made several successful songs together.
Music Recognition
“The Boll Weevil Song” was named one of The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll, affirming its impact on the music industry.

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