I Walk on Guilded Splinters
Widespread Panic
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Some people think they jive me, But I know they must be crazy Don't see their misfortune, I guess they're just too lazy Je suie le grand zombie My yellow belt of choisen Ain't afraid of no tomcat, Fill my brains with poison Walk through the fire, Fly through the smoke See my enemy, At the end of their rope Walk on pins and neeedles See what they can do Walk on guilded splinters With the King of the Zulu Walk to me, get it, come, come Walk on guilded splinters Walk to me, get it, come, come Walk on guilded splinters Till I burn up. Till I burn up. Till I burn up. Till I burn up. I roll out my coffin Drink poison in my chalice Pride begins to fade And you all feel my malice Put gris-gris on your doorstep And soon you be in the gutter Melt your heart like butter, An-an-and I can make you stutter Walk to me, get it, come, come Walk on guilded splinters Walk to me, get it, come, come Walk on guilded splinters Till I burn up. Till I burn up. Till I burn up. Till I burn up.
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Written by: JOHN CREAUX
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10 facts about this song
I Walk on Guilded Splinters" Original CompositionThe song was originally written and performed by Mac Rebennack, a.k.a. Dr. John. It appeared on his 1968 album "Gris-Gris."
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Cher's VersionCher’s version of "I Walk on Guilded Splinters" appeared on her 1969 album "3614 Jackson Highway". This was Cher's first album without Sonny Bono’s direct input and it has been considered a commercial failure despite its critical acclaim.
- Her version was a well-regarded cover that brought more mainstream exposure to the song. It lasted over nine minutes, giving it an epic sweep.
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Influence of Cher's VersionCher's "I Walk on Guilded Splinters" has been sampled by many hip hop artists, a testament to its enduring appeal.
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Humble Pie's InterpretationHumble Pie gave a rock-oriented interpretation of "I Walk on Guilded Splinters" in their 1970 live album, "Performance Rockin' the Fillmore." Their version of the song is one of the highlights of the album.
- This version is renowned for its energy, Steve Marriott’s vocal performance, and the band’s ability to extend the song’s jam sections.
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Dr. John's InspirationDr. John was inspired by New Orleans' voodoo traditions while writing "I Walk on Guilded Splinters", giving the song a rich cultural context.
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Unique Characteristics of Original Song"I Walk on Guilded Splinters" isn't structured like a typical pop or rock song. This idiosyncratic quality has given it a timeless feel and kept it fresh for countless reinterpretations.
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Widespread Panic's CoverWidespread Panic, a Southern rock band known for their improvisational performances, have performed "I Walk on Guilded Splinters" multiple times in concerts.
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Live Performance TraditionThe tradition of performing "I Walk on Guilded Splinters" live has contributed to the song’s legend. The song’s loose structure makes it perfect for intense, extended live jams.
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Influence on Other ArtistsBesides Cher and Humble Pie, other notable artists have also covered "I Walk on Guilded Splinters", including Johnny Jenkins and Marsha Hunt.
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Song's LegacyDespite not being a commercial hit, "I Walk on Guilded Splinters" has been influential and remains one of the most distinctive songs in the rock canon. It's testament to its power that so many diverse artists have chosen to tackle it.
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