Hundred Pounds of Clay
Gene McDaniels
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A Hundred Pounds Of Clay Gene McDaniels Highest chart position # 3 in 1961 Written by Bob Elgin, Luther Dixon, and Kay Roger He took a hundred pounds of clay And they He said "Hey, listen" "I'm gonna fix this-a world today" "Because I know what's missin' " Then He rolled his big sleeves up And a brand-new world began He created a woman and-a lots of lovin' for a man Whoa-oh-oh, yes he did With just a hundred pounds of clay He made my life worth livin' And I will thank Him every day For every kiss you're givin' And I'll thank Him every night For the arms that are holdin' me tight And He did it all with just a hundred pounds of clay Yes he did, whoa-oh, yes He did Now can'tcha just see Him a-walkin' 'round and 'round Pickin' the clay uppa off the ground? Doin' just what He should do To make a livin' dream like you He rolled His big sleeves up And a brand-new world began He created a woman and-a lots of lovin' for a man Whoa-oh-oh, yes he did With just a hundred pounds of clay FADE People, let me tall ya what He did With just a hundred pounds of clay
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Written by: BOB ELGIN, KAY ROGERS, LUTHER DIXON
Lyrics © ROUND HILL MUSIC
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9 facts about this song
Release Date"A Hundred Pounds of Clay" was released by Gene McDaniels in the year 1961 on Liberty Records.
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Chart SuccessIt achieved high recognition and climbed to #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. In the UK, it hit #12 on the Singles Chart.
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Song InterpretationThe song interprets the biblical story of the creation of Woman, as God took "a hundred pounds of clay" and created his greatest creation.
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ControversyBecause of its religious undertones, some connected with the Christian faith found the song offensive. It was banned briefly by the BBC for this reason.
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Cover Versions“A Hundred Pounds of Clay” was covered by a number of different artists, including Del Shannon, Craig Douglas, and The Impressions.
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Personal AchievementThis song is considered McDaniels' biggest hit during his career. He was more identified as a pop/soul singer until this major hit.
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Songwriters"A Hundred Pounds of Clay" was penned by the trio of Bob Elgin, Kay Rogers, and Luther Dixon.
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Album InclusionThe song is a part of McDaniels’ album, “100 Lbs. Of Clay!”, which was also released in 1961.
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Music GenreThe song belongs to the pop and soul genres, showcasing McDaniels' smooth and emotive vocal style.
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