Nobody's Fault But Mine

Blind Willie Johnson

About Nobody's Fault But Mine

"It's Nobody's Fault but Mine" or "Nobody's Fault but Mine" is a song first recorded by gospel blues artist Blind Willie Johnson in 1927. It is a solo performance with Johnson singing and playing slide guitar. The song has been interpreted and recorded by numerous musicians in a variety of styles, including Led Zeppelin on their 1976 album Presence.


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2002
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Hey-ey
Nobody's fault-a but mine
Nobody's fault but mine
If I don't read, my soul be lost

I, have a Bible in my arm
I have a Bible in my arm
If I don't read my soul be lost

Hmm-mm
Bible, taught me how to read
Bible, taught me how to read
If I don't read my soul be lost
Nobody's fault-a but mine

Lord, Lord
Nobody's fault but mine
If I don't read my soul be lost

I, was talkin' to my Lord
Have a Bible in my arms
If I don't read my soul be lost

Oh-ooh
Mother, she taught me how to read
Mother, she taught me how to read
If I don't read my soul be lost
Nobody's fault-a but mine 

I
Lord, Lord
Nobody's fault but mine
If I don't read my soul be lost

And said that she taught me how to read
Said that she taught me how to read
If I don't read my soul be lost
Nobody's fault-a but mine

Help

Umm-mmm

Lord, Lord

Nobody's fault but mine
If I don't read my soul-a be lost

Umm-mmm

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Blind Willie Johnson

"Blind" Willie Johnson (January 22, 1897 – September 18, 1945) was an American singer and guitarist, whose music straddled the border between blues and spirituals. more »

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Written by: Blind Willie Johnson

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2 facts about this song

Blind Willie Johnson" Version
"Nobody's Fault But Mine" was originally written and recorded by gospel blues artist Blind Willie Johnson in 1927. It is recognized as one of his most popular songs. - The song's lyrics are profound and resonate with religious themes, specifically focusing on personal responsibility for sin. This reflects Johnson's active participation as a preacher. - Despite being birthed in the 1920s, the version by Johnson is well-preserved and is still prominently renowned today, it's appreciated for its raw blues atmosphere and Johnson's highly emotive vocals. - It features Johnson singing and playing the slide guitar, an instrument he was particularly known for. Johnson played the guitar with a pocketknife or a steel ring, producing a distinctive, wailing sound. - Johnson's rendition of "Nobody's Fault But Mine" was added to the Library of Congress's National Recording Registry in 2011, indicating its cultural, historical, and aesthetic significance.
Led Zeppelin" Version
The British rock band Led Zeppelin covered "Nobody's Fault But Mine" in their 1976 album "Presence". Led Zeppelin's version is more rock-focused and considerably extended, compared to the original by Johnson. - While the lyrics generally stick to the original version, Robert Plant, the lead vocalist of Led Zeppelin, added an extra verse to the song. - Jimmy Page, Led Zeppelin’s guitarist, is reported to have used a 1961 Fender Telecaster and Vox AC30 amplifier to achieve the desired guitar tones and effects on the recording. - The song features a dynamic harmonica solo by Robert Plant. It is also known for its middle section, where the band breaks down into a call-and-response between Page's guitar and Bonham's drums. - Led Zeppelin has often been criticized for not crediting the original artists they covered. This was the case with "Nobody's Fault But Mine," which was initially attributed solely to Jimmy Page and Robert Plant. Later reissues of the album have since rightfully credited Blind Willie Johnson. - Despite the band's apparent appropriation of the song, "Nobody's Fault But Mine" remains one of Led Zeppelin's most popular and enduring tracks, frequently performed live during their later tours.

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