Evil Ways
Santana
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You've got to change your evil ways, baby Before I stop lovin' you You've got to change, baby And every word that I say is true You got me runnin' and hidin' all over town You got me sneakin' and a-peepin' and runnin' you down This can't go on, Lord knows you got to change, baby When I come home, baby My house is dark and my pots are cold You're hangin' round, baby With Jean and Joan and-a who knows who I'm gettin' tried of waitin' and foolin' around I'll find somebody who won't make me feel like a clown This can't go on, Lord knows you got to change, baby When I come home, baby My house is dark and my pots are cold You're hangin' round, baby With Jean and Joan and-a who knows who I'm gettin' tried of waitin' and foolin' around I'll find somebody who won't make me feel like a clown This can't go on, Lord knows you got to change, baby
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Written by: CLARENCE ARTHUR HENRY
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Evil Ways" is a song by Santana from their 1969 debut album, "Santana." It was also released as a single in 1969.
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Chart PerformanceThe track reached no. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it the band's first top 10 hit.
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Song CoverThe song is actually a cover of a 1968 song by Willie Bobo, of the same name on his album "Bobo Motion."
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Not Santana's CompositionDespite being one of Santana’s biggest hits, it was not composed by Carlos Santana. Instead, it was written by American rhythm and blues artist, Clarence "Sonny" Henry.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Evil Ways" revolve around a man's plea to his lover, warning her of her harmful behavior. The song's title derives from the lyric "you've got to change your evil ways."
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Pop Culture"Evil Ways" has been featured in several TV shows and films, including "Remember the Titans" and the TV series "The Sopranos".
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Music StyleSantana's rendition of "Evil Ways" is recognized for its Latin rock sound, which combines rock and roll with Latin American music elements.
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Successful AlbumThe album "Santana," featuring "Evil Ways," marked the high-impact debut of the band, becoming a huge hit, reaching #4 on the U.S. album charts.
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InfluenceThe popularity of "Evil Ways" helped to cement Santana's reputation as pioneers of the fusion between rock and Latin music, greatly influencing subsequent musicians.
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Live Performances"Evil Ways" continues to be a staple in Santana's live performances and is often used to showcase the band’s musical prowess.
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