Spoonful
Etta James
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It could be a spoonful of coffee It could be a spoonful of tea But one little spoon of your precious love Is good enough for me Men lie about that spoonful Some cry about that spoonful Some die about that spoonful Everybody fight about a spoonful That spoon, that spoon, that spoonful It could be a spoonful of water To save you from the desert sand But one spoon of love from my forty five Will save you from another man Men lie about that spoonful Some cry about that spoonful Some die about that spoonful Everybody fightin' about a spoonful That spoon, that spoon, that spoonful That spoon, that spoon, that spoonful It could be a spoonful of sugar It could be a spoonful of tea But one little spoon of your precious love Is good enough for me Men lie about that spoonful Some cry about that spoonful Some die about that spoonful Everybody fightin' about a spoonful That spoon, that spoon, that spoonful That spoon, that spoon, that spoonful That spoon, that spoon, that spoonful That spoon, that spoon, that spoonful
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10 facts about this song
Song Foundation"Spoonful" is a blues song written by Willie Dixon and popularly covered by Etta James, a renowned singer in genres such as blues, R&B, soul, rock and roll, and jazz.
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Initial ReleaseEtta James' version of "Spoonful" was included in her album "At Last!" released in 1961, about a year later after the album's original release and issued as the second batch of songs.
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Other CoversBefore Etta James, "Spoonful" was originally recorded by Howlin' Wolf in 1960. Besides James, this song has been covered by other eminent artists such as Muddy Waters, Cream, The Blues Project, Canned Heat, and many others.
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Album Popularity"At Last!", the album in which "Spoonful" is enlisted, is considered one of Etta James' most successful and critically acclaimed albums. The album is noted for its mixture of jazz, pop, and blues styles.
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Song Theme"Spoonful" is an ode to the idea that a little bit of something good is enough, likening it to a mere spoonful of water to quench thirst or a spoonful of gold to bring wealth.
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Instrumental VarietyThe song showcases variations of instrumental arrangements - including strings, bass, drums, and piano - which are key aspects of James' blues-infused rendition of the piece.
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Etta James' LegacyKnown for her powerful, deep, earthy voice, Etta James' rendition of "Spoonful" further contributed to her reputation as one of the most dynamic singers in the music industry.
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Willie Dixon's InfluenceBlues legend Willie Dixon, the songwriter of "Spoonful", was a major influence in the Chicago blues era. His songs, including "Spoonful", have been covered by various artists across different music genres.
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Quality of RecordingFor its time, the record quality of "Spoonful" was significantly high. Modern listeners often praise the song's clear, crisp sound that allows James' vocal power to shine through.
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Timeless Appeal"Spoonful", as covered by Etta James, continues to enjoy popularity decades after its release. It remains a staple piece in the discographies of blues music, reflecting its timeless appeal.
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