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| Son House – John the Revelator Lyrics
| 18 years ago
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This is an old hymn type song. The blues version was orignally popularized by Blind Willie Johnson. (when Blind Willie did it, it was NOT and a capella) |
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| Robert Johnson – Sweet Home Chicago Lyrics
| 18 years ago
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As far as I know, the California line isn't anything abstarct or symbolic. Johnson had an aunt that lived in Port Chicago, California where he would visit. I think he's just saying he want to go back there bc he feels at home there. I don't think he ever meant to suggest Chicago, Illinois. |
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| Robert Johnson – Hellhound On My Trail Lyrics
| 18 years ago
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Robert Johnson allegedly sold his soul to the devil in exchange for the artistry of the guitar. He had a consistent fear of Satan coming to claim his eternal soul. fyi, Hot foot powder is some magical thing associated with Hoodoo. I'm not sure what tho exactly. |
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