Big Boss Man

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About Big Boss Man

"Big Boss Man" is a blues song first recorded by Jimmy Reed in 1960. Unlike his most popular songs, the songwriting is credited to Luther Dixon and Al Smith. It was a hit for Reed and has been interpreted and recorded by a variety of artists, including Elvis Presley and B. B. King, who had record chart successes with the song.


Year:
1984
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Big boss man, can't you hear me when I call?
Big boss man, can't you hear me when I call?
Can't you hear me when I call?
Well you ain't so big, you know you're just tall that's all, All right
Well you got me workin' boss man
Workin' round the clock
I want to little drink of water
But you won't let big Al stop
Big boss man now can't you hear me when I call? All right
I said you ain't so big, you know you're just tall that's all

Big boss man, why can't you hear me when I call? All right
You know you ain't so big, I said you're just tall that's all, All right

I'm gonna get me a boss man
One who's gonna treat me right
I work hard in the day time
Rest easy at night
Big boss man, can't you hear me when I call?
Can't you hear me when I call?

I said you ain't so big, you're just tall that's all
I'm gonna get me a boss man
One that's gonna treat me right
I work hard in the evenin'
Rest easy at night
Big boss man, big boss man, can't you hear me when I call?
I said you ain't so big, you're just tall that's all
All right, big boss man
Big boss man

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Elvis Presley

Elvis Aron Presley (January 8, 1935 – August 16, 1977) was an American singer and actor. A cultural icon, he is commonly known by the single name Elvis. One of the most popular musicians of the 20th century, he is often referred to as the "King of Rock and Roll" or simply "the King". more »

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Written by: Dixon Luther, Al Smith

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10 facts about this song

Original Creator and Release
"Big Boss Man" was originally composed by Luther Dixon and Al Smith, and first performed by the blues artist Jimmy Reed. It was released in 1961.
Elvis Presley's Cover
Elvis Presley, the King of Rock and Roll, included a cover of "Big Boss Man" in his live repertoire and also recorded a studio version.
Elvis Presley's Release Date
Elvis's studio version of "Big Boss Man" was recorded on September 10, 1967. It was released as a single in 1967 and became a popular hit.
Chart Performance
Elvis's rendition of the song reached number 38 on the Billboard pop singles chart. It also reached number 31 on the UK singles chart.
Album Appearance
Elvis's cover of "Big Boss Man" also appeared on "Clambake", the soundtrack album to his 1967 film by the same name.
Jimmy Reed's Version
Reed's version of "Big Boss Man" is considered a classic blues song and has been included on numerous compilances of his work.
Legacy
Due to its popularity, "Big Boss Man" has been covered by various artists over the years, including internationally renowned bands like The Grateful Dead and The Animals.
Grammy Hall of Fame
In 2008, Jimmy Reed's version of "Big Boss Man" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, honoring its significant cultural influence.
Elvis's Live Performances
Elvis often included "Big Boss Man" in his live concert set during his performance years in Vegas, much to the pleasure of his fans.
Lyrics Meaning
The song tells the story of a hard-working man who is frustrated with his overbearing boss, a theme which has helped it remain a favorite among listeners who can relate to the sentiment.

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