Bad, Bad Whiskey
Amos Milburn
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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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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.
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Chart PerformanceThe song became a blockbuster hit that topped the U.S. Billboard R&B chart for 14 weeks.
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Song CompositionThe song is known for its characteristic piano riffs and engaging lyrics, which greatly reflect Milburn's signature style.
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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.
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Impact on Artist's CareerFollowing 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.
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Music StyleThe song, like many of Milburn's records, is a blend of R&B and blues.
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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.
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Covered by Other ArtistsThe song has been covered by other artists such as Ace Moreland and Mark Hummel, reflecting its timeless appeal.
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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.
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RecognitionThe song is recognized as one of Amos Milburn's most popular and enduring contributions to the blues genre.
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