Ramblin' on My Mind
John Mayall
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I've got rambling I've got rambling all on my mind I've got rambling I've got rambling all on my mind Is to leave my baby 'Cause she treat me so unkind I'm going down to the station Catch that old first mail train, see I'm going down to the station Catch that old first mail train, see I got the blues 'bout miss so and so And her son's got the blue about me I got mean things I got mean things all on my mind Lil' girl, lil' girl I got mean things all on my mind Is to leave my baby 'Cause she treat me so unkind
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Written by: ROBERT LEROY JOHNSON
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10 facts about this song
Original ComposerThe song "Ramblin' on My Mind" was originally written and performed by legendary blues musician Robert Johnson in 1936. Johnson is often considered the "grandfather of rock and roll."
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Mayall's BluesbreakersThe song was later covered by British blues band John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers in 1966, on their album "Blues Breakers with Eric Clapton." This is often seen as a staple of British blues.
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Eric Clapton's MarkEric Clapton, as a member of John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers at the time the song was covered, played a crucial role in giving a unique touch to the song with his distinctive guitar playing, considered a highlight of the album.
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Clapton's Solo RenditionEric Clapton covered "Ramblin' on My Mind" again in 1992 on his "Unplugged" album. This live album won six Grammy Awards, and the song's rendition further confirmed Clapton's extraordinary talent.
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Song's LyricsRobert Johnson's original lyrics tell the story of a man who is regretful about not being able to settle down with the woman he loves due to his wandering nature, a common theme in blues music.
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Significance in Timeline"Ramblin' on My Mind" was one of the first songs recorded by Robert Johnson during his first recording session in San Antonio, Texas. This highlights its importance in the history of blues music.
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Influence on Rock & RollThe song's haunting guitar work and raw lyrics have influenced many rock and roll artists and bands, influencing their style and compositions.
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Johnson's Recording TechniqueRobert Johnson, when recording "Ramblin' on My Mind," would play the guitar and sing facing towards the wall. This unique technique is considered to have created a 'natural echo chamber,' thereby giving Johnson's recordings a distinct sound.
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Unplugged" VersionWhen Clapton covered the song for his "Unplugged" album, the song took a more acoustic style, differing from the electric-heavy early versions, showing Clapton's versatility as an artist.
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LegacyDespite being a cover, the versions of "Ramblin' on My Mind" by Clapton and the Bluesbreakers helped the song reach a more mainstream audience, thus, ensuring Robert Johnson's rich musical legacy would continue to influence even decades after his death.
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