Low Down Blues
Hank Williams
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Lord, I went to the doctor, he took one look He said, the trouble with you ain't in my book I'll tell you what it is but it ain't good news You've got an awful bad case of them low down blues I've got the mean old miseries in my soul I went to the river but the water's too cold I've walked the floor till I've wore out my shoes Lord, they're killin' me, I mean them low down blues Lord, I never knew a man could feel so bad I never knew livin' could be so sad All I do is set and cry Lord, I'd have to get better, before I could die I've got the mean old miseries in my soul I went to the river but the water's too cold I've walked the floor till I've wore out my shoes Lord, they're killin' me, I mean them low down blues
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Written by: WILLIAMS, SR.
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12 facts about this song
Song Creator"Low Down Blues" is a track created by Hank Williams, who is known as one of the most influential and significant American singer-songwriters of the 20th century.
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Release YearThis classic tune was released in 1952, at the height of Hank Williams's career.
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Genre ClassificationIt falls under the label of "Country & Western", a genre where Hank Williams made a monumental contribution.
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Song LengthThe track's total run-time is approximately two minutes and thirty-eight seconds, which is relatively short when compared to contemporary songs.
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AlbumThis song is part of the album "Hank Williams as Luke the Drifter", an alter-ego name Williams used for a series of talking blues recordings.
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Lyrics descriptionConnecting with the title, the lyrics depict a melancholic perspective of life, a theme often found in Williams' songs.
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StyleWhile it maintains a traditional country style, "Low Down Blues" has a dash of Gospel influence, adding more depth to its musical arrangement.
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InstrumentationThe heavy use of acoustic guitar and fiddle in "Low Down Blues" displays Williams' signature sound.
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Posthumous RecognitionEven though "Low Down Blues" was not his most popular track during his lifetime, it gained recognition over time, with some considering it one of Hank Williams's best songs.
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LegacyThis song, like many of Hank Williams's other compositions, has been covered by many artists in various music genres, highlighting its enduring appeal.
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Personal Connection"Low Down Blues" is believed to reflect Williams's own personal struggles with alcoholism and depression, adding an additional layer of authenticity and emotional depth.
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Music AwardAlthough the song did not win any awards, Hank Williams received a posthumous special citation from the Pulitzer Prize board in 2010 honoring his musical contributions, which included songs like "Low Down Blues".
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