Mississippi Queen
Mountain
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Mississippi Queen You know what I mean Mississippi Queen She taught me everything Went down around Vicksburg Around Louisiana way Where lived the Cajun Lady Aboard the Mississippi Queen You know she was a dancer She moved better on wine While the rest of them dudes were gettin' their kicks Boy, I beg your pardon, I was gettin' mine Mississippi Queen If you know what I mean Mississippi Queen She taught me everything This lady she asked me If I would be her man You know that I told her I'd do what I can To keep her lookin' pretty Buy her dresses that shine While the rest of them dudes were makin' their friends Boy, I beg your pardon, I was loosin' mine You know she was a dancer She moved better on wine While the rest of them dudes were gettin' their kicks Boy, I beg your pardon, I was gettin' mine Yeah, Mississippi Queen
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Written by: David Rea, Felix Pappalardi, Laurence Laing, Leslie A. Weinstein
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Original Artist – Mountain"Mississippi Queen" was originally performed by the American rock band Mountain. The song comes from their debut studio album, "Climbing!" which was released in 1970.
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Main SongwritersThe song was written by the band members Leslie West, Felix Pappalardi, Corky Laing, and David Rea. Leslie West was the lead vocalist for the song.
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Classic Rock Anthem"Mississippi Queen" is considered a classic rock anthem. Over the years, it has been a constant fixture in many classic rock radio stations.
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Chart Performance"Mississippi Queen" was Mountain's most successful single. It peaked at number 21 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1970.
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Memorable OpeningThe song is well known for its distinctive cowbell intro, which comes before a roaring guitar riff.
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Bachman-Turner Overdrive CoverThe Canadian rock group, Bachman-Turner Overdrive, covered "Mississippi Queen" for their 1996 album "Trial by Fire: Greatest and Latest".
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Ozzy Osbourne CoverBritish rock singer Ozzy Osbourne also covered the song. His version of "Mississippi Queen" was included in his 2005 covers album, "Under Cover".
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Featured in Video Games"Mississippi Queen" has appeared in several video gaming platforms. It is featured in the main setlist for Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock, and it's also part of the track list for Rock Band Unplugged.
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Used in Movies and TV ShowsThe song has been used in various movies and television shows. Some examples include the films "Barnyard" and "The Expendables" as well as the TV show "Supernatural."
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In Popular Culture"Mississippi Queen" has become a part of popular culture with its iconic lyrical content and penetrating guitar riffs.
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