Crude Oil Blues
Jerry Reed
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Well now, listen people let me tell you some news I'll sing a song called the crude oil blues We're low on heat 'n' all We're low on gas And I'm so cold I'm about to freeze myself We got the crude oil blues Cause the winter time sure gets cold to the bottom of my shoes Well my hands are shakin' and my knees are weak But it ain't because of love It's from lack of heat I'm gonna tell you a story about this drunk I know He kept his basement full of homemade brew But the winter got so bad it screwed up the boy's thinkin' He got so cold he had to burn all his drinkin' He's got the crude oil blues He said the wintertime can sure get cold to the bottom of your shoes He said, burnin' this booze just destroys my soul But there's one thing about it honey When you're cold, you're cold I've got the crude oil blues Well, when we made this record there was a little bit of doubt Whether or not the ting was ever gonna come out I said, "Hey chief, you reckon this record will be released?" He said, "Son, we ain't got enough oil to keep the pressed greased" We got the crude oil blues And son, if we can't make records then we don't need you I said, "What am I gonna do if I can't sing and pick?" He said, "Well just keep yourself warm playin' all them hot licks" We got the crude oil blues. Oh mama, don't forget to bring in the brass monkey And remember what Albert Einstein said "That coolin' is conducive to cuddlin'" Honey I love ya but pass the duck down Hey I read a sign on the pump at my favorite gas station the other day It said uh, "He who expecteth nothin' ain't gonna be deceived"
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Written by: JERRY HUBBARD REED
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11 facts about this song
Genre of Music"Crude Oil Blues" falls under the genre of Country and Novelty songs. It is a unique blend of Jerry Reed's masterful country music style with humorous, timely lyrics.
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Released YearThe song was released in 1974, during a time when the United States was facing the infamous oil crisis.
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Album Details"Crude Oil Blues" is included in Reed's album called "Lord, Mr. Ford." The album was recorded and released under the famous RCA Victor record label.
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Chart PerformanceThis song peaked at #13 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles chart, demonstrating its popularity at the time of release.
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Social CommentaryThe song reflects the oil crisis in the 1970s. Its lyrics delve into the impact of the oil shortage on everyday people, serving as a social commentary of its era.
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Award NominationThe entire album "Lord, Mr. Ford," which includes "Crude Oil Blues," was nominated for a Grammy Awards for Best Album Cover in 1974.
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Unique CharacteristicsOne of the unique features of "Crude Oil Blues" is Jerry Reed's signature fingerstyle guitar playing, which helps define the upbeat country rhythm of the song.
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Song ImpactThe song became an anthem for the oil crisis period and is often played or referred to during discussions of that era.
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Song's LongevityDespite being written about a historical event, "Crude Oil Blues" has maintained its relevance and is still occasionally played on classic country radio stations.
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Writer of SongJerry Reed wrote "Crude Oil Blues" himself, showcasing his ability not only as a singer and guitarist but as a songwriter as well.
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Quirky LyricsThe lyrics of "Crude Oil Blues" are filled with humor and satire, a trademark of Jerry Reed's songwriting. The song has lines like "Well, I used to be an upper class that was until I run outta gas," which reflect the troubles posed by the oil crisis.
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