Bad, Bad Whiskey

Amos Milburn

About Bad, Bad Whiskey

"Bad, Bad Whiskey" is a 1950 song by Amos Milburn. The song was initially a Maxwell Davis instrumental titled "Bristol Drive" which Milburn adapted by blending in some alcohol based lyrics. The single was the last time Milburn reached the number one position on the US Billboard R&B chart. It was featured in the "Spring Cleaning" episode (episode 50) of Bob Dylan's Theme Time Radio Hour series."Bad, Bad Whiskey" became one of the most enduring "blues-in-a-bottle" songs. The song has been covered many times, most recently by Colin James in 2016 on his Blue Highways album.  


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2005
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Bad, bad whiskey
Bad, bad whiskey
Bad, bad whiskey
Made me loose my happy home
Made me loose my happy home

Whiskey endless women
Is driving me out of my mind
Every time I get a lover that's tough you know
I think I'm doin' just fine
Bad, bad whiskey
Bad, bad whiskey
Bad, bad whiskey
Made me loose my happy home
Made me loose my happy home

I went out last night
Finally knocked myself outta sight
I got full of that bad stuff
And almost started a fight

Bad, bad whiskey
Bad, bad whiskey
Bad, bad whiskey
Made me loose my happy home
Made me loose my happy home

I wanna tell you baby
I'm now feeling just fine
I think I'll stop drinking whiskey
and going back to bad wine
Bad, bad whiskey
Bad, bad whiskey
Bad, bad whiskey
Made me loose my happy home
Made me loose my happy home

Let me tell you
Oh, that bad whiskey
Oh, that bad whiskey
Oh, that no good whiskey

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Amos Milburn

Amos Milburn (April 1, 1927 – January 3, 1980) was an African American rhythm and blues singer and pianist, popular during the 1940s and 1950s. He was born and died in Houston, Texas. more »

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10 facts about this song

Release Date
"Bad, Bad Whiskey" is a blues song that was released in 1950 by blues and rhythm artist Amos Milburn.
Chart Performance
The song became a blockbuster hit that topped the U.S. Billboard R&B chart for 14 weeks.
Song Composition
The song is known for its characteristic piano riffs and engaging lyrics, which greatly reflect Milburn's signature style.
Song Themes
"Bad, Bad Whiskey" is a classic blues tale of losing control under the influence of alcohol, a recurring theme in many blues' songs of that era.
Impact on Artist's Career
Following the success of "Bad, Bad Whiskey," Milburn was often identified as a "drinking blues" artist, as many of his subsequent hits also related to alcohol.
Music Style
The song, like many of Milburn's records, is a blend of R&B and blues.
Cultural Impact
"Bad, Bad Whiskey" is often played on classic blues radio stations, serving as a quintessential example of post-war, piano-dominated blues songs.
Covered by Other Artists
The song has been covered by other artists such as Ace Moreland and Mark Hummel, reflecting its timeless appeal.
Inspirational Value
"Bad, Bad Whiskey" played a significant role in defining the 'drinking blues' subgenre, inspiring many other artists to explore similar themes in their music.
Recognition
The song is recognized as one of Amos Milburn's most popular and enduring contributions to the blues genre.

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