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 IF'N.............1
Now baby if'n you wouldn't write me : look like you would send me a telegramWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Train Fare Blues; Chicago, 17 May 1940; (049198 ) BBB8610 BC20
 
 IGGLY............2
Baby no igglyoggly me mama : sister no igglyoggly youHarrison, Smoky; Iggly Oggly Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Dec. 1929; (L801) Pm12920 Rt RL340
Baby no igglyoggly me mama : sister no igglyoggly youHarrison, Smoky; Iggly Oggly Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Dec. 1929; (L801) Pm12920 Rt RL340
 
 IGNORE...........3
You can pass me up : try to ignore me too Hicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); 'Fo Day Creep; Atlanta, 10 Nov. 1927; (1451991) Co14280D CC36
You like you ignore me : somebody's going to ignore youHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); 'Fo Day Creep; Atlanta, 10 Nov. 1927; (1451991) Co14280D CC36
You like you ignore me : somebody's going to ignore youHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); 'Fo Day Creep; Atlanta, 10 Nov. 1927; (1451991) Co14280D CC36
 
 ILL..............1
My mind fell ill : throwed that gauge on the groundGreen, Lil; Knockin' Myself Out; Chicago, 21 Jan. 1941; (0591521) BBB8659 RCA LPV574
 
 ILLINOIS.........3
Now I hate to hear : Illinois Central blow Estes, Sleepy John; Watcha Doin'; Memphis, 21 May 1930; (59967 ) ViV38628 Rt RL323
My little gal's : from Illinois Collins, Sam; Hesitation Blues; Richmond, Ind., c. 17 Sept. 1927; (13033) Ge6379 OJL10
Fixing to eat my supper : in Shelby Illinois Patton, Charley; Rattlesnake Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. early Dec. 1929; (L632) Pm12924 Yz L1020
 
 IMAGINE..........4
I imagine my companion say : I don't believe I'll see your smiling face againMemphis Minnie; Meningitis Blues; Memphis, 26 May 1930; (59994 ) Vi23421 Rt RL337
And you can't really imagine : how you hear those wild ox moanMontgomery, Eurreal Little Brother; West Texas Blues; New Orleans, 16 Oct. 1936; (026511) BBB7178 CC35
Can you imagine how I feel now : have mercy my real milkcow goneSpruell, Freddie; Milk Cow Blues; Chicago, 25 June 1926; (9793A) OK8422 Yz L1038
Can't you imagine how I feel now : I done told my real milkcow bye byeSpruell, Freddie; Milk Cow Blues; Chicago, 25 June 1926; (9793A) OK8422 Yz L1038
 
 IMPROVED.........1
When she rub my ??? : she's improved my appetite Bracey, Ishman; Pay Me No Mind; Grafton, Wis., c. Mar. 1930; (L2422) Pm13038 Yz L1007
 
 IN...............2627
In the morning : right between midnight and day Arnold, Kokomo; Midnight Blues; New York, 11 May 1938; (63750A) De7510 Say SDR163
In the corner : can get what I want Barner, Wiley; My Gal Treats Me Mean; Birmingham, Ala., c. 15 Aug. 1927; (GEX803) Ge6261 OJL14
In a few more days : up the road I'm going Black, Lewis; Rock Island Blues; Memphis, 10 Dec. 1927; (1453613) Co14429D His HLP5
In the alley : in the street Blake, Blind; Wabash Rag; Chicago, c. Nov. 1927; (201542) Pm12597 Yz L1016
In just a few more days : I won't be able to sing my songBlake, Blind; Rope Stretchin' BluesPart 1; Grafton, Wis., c. Oct. 1931; (L10992) Pm13103 Bio BLP12037
In the wee midnight hours : long before the break of dayCarr, Leroy; Midnight Hour Blues; New York, 16 Mar. 1932; (11499A) Vo1703 Co C30496
In the Smoky Mountains : where the eagle builds his nestCarr, Leroy; Shady Lane Blues; St. Louis, 20 Feb. 1934; (SL73) Vo02762 Co C30496
In my farewell letter : someone's sure to find Carr, Leroy; Suicide Blues; New York, 17 Dec. 1934; (164421) Vo unissued Bio BLPC9
In eighteen hundred : and ninetynine Collins, Sam; Lonesome Road Blues; New York, 8 Oct. 1931; (108361) Ba32669 Yz L1038
In the midst there stood a doctor : he was standing gazing onDavis, Walter; The Only Woman; Chicago, 21 Mar. 1941; (0539751) BBB8773 RCA INT1085
In the poorhouse : I'll be till Judgment Day Jones, Maggie; Poor House Blues; New York, 9 Dec. 1924; (1401712) Co14050D VJM VLP23
In the darkness : I just weep and moan Jones, Maggie; Thunderstorm Blues; New York, 10 Dec. 1924; (1401752) Co14050D VJM VLP23
In the jail : would be my end Jones, Maggie; If I Lose, Let Me Lose; New York, 17 Dec. 1924; (1401871) Co14059D VJM VLP23
In my farewell letter : someone's sure to find Jones, Maggie; Suicide Blues; New York, 1 Apr. 1925; (1404903) Co14070D VJM VLP23
In my pocket : I didn't have a cent Leecan, Bobby; Nobody Knows You When You're Down and Out; New York, c. June 1927; ( ) Pat7533 His HLP17
In your pockets : you ain't ain't got a dime Leecan, Bobby; Nobody Knows You When You're Down and Out; New York, c. June 1927; ( ) Pat7533 His HLP17
In the southeast corner : that's where I'll put my cool iron bedMemphis Minnie; Lonesome Shark Blues; Chicago, 27 June 1940; (WC3166A) OK05728 BC1
In the morning : find your own self dead Nelson, Romeo; Gettin' Dirty Just Shakin' that Thing; Chicago, 9 Oct. 1929; (C4629 ) Vo1447 OJL15
In a few more days now mama : your good man going to be going awayShort, Jaydee; Barefoot Blues; New York, 14 Mar. 1932; (11475 ) Vo1704 Yz L1003
In the second cabin : set Miss Alice Bry Smith, Bessie; J. C. Holmes Blues; New York, 27 May 1925; (1406292) Co14095D Co CL855
In ??? Mississippi : where my folks are at Smith, Clara; Basement Blues; New York, 20 Sept. 1924; (1400521) Co14039D VJM VLP17
In boxcar letters : that's as long as he is tall Smith, Clara; Steel Drivin' Man; New York, 16 Dec. 1924; (1401812) Co14053D VJM VLP17
In places I used to go : I ain't been there I been blowed out by the windSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Hungry Wolf; Chicago, c. Apr. 1931; (VO165A) Vo1655 Yz L1031
In my path lay a black snake : about eight or nine inches longSpivey, Victoria; New Black Snake BluesPart 1; New York, 13 Oct. 1928; (401222A) OK8626 Spi LP2001
In the same hole : that I once was in Spivey, Victoria; I'll Never Fall in Love Again; Chicago, 7 July 1936; (90789A) De7203 Spi LP2001
In the lowlands of Mississippi : that's where I was bornSpruell, Freddie; LowDown Mississippi Bottom Man; Chicago, c. July 1928; (207281) Pm12665 Mam S3802
In time I got out : I drunk a little gin Stokes, Frank; Its a Good Thing; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200442) Pm12518 Bio BLP12041
In came the children : with a cup and a glass Tampa Red (Hudson Whittaker); The Duck YasYasYas; Chicago, c. 16 May 1929; (C3485 ) Vo1277 Yz L1039
In case old Tampa Red should flutter : don't you be ashamed to shooTampa Red (Hudson Whittaker); Kingfish Blues; Chicago, 22 Mar. 1934; (803851) BBB5617 RCA LPV518
In Dixieland : take my stand Whistlin' Rufus; Sweet Jelly Rollin'; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1933; (77305 ) BBB5306 Rt RL334
In my bed I found a black panther : must have been fortynine inches longWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Black Panter Blues; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1941; (070144 ) BB340701 BC3
She's a fine kid too : *believe in your big time* Sykes, Roosevelt; 3 6 and 9; Grafton, Wis., c. Aug. 1930; (L4492) Pm13004 Riv RM8819
Heard my gal : putting *cider* in McCoy, Joe; That Will Be Alright; New York, 18 June 1929; (1487083) Co14439D Yz L1021
*Rifle's* on the *stage* : my *coffee's* in the *cool*Collins, Sam; Hesitation Blues; Richmond, Ind., c. 17 Sept. 1927; (13033) Ge6379 OJL10
*Come in this house* gal : come here right now Williams, Henry; Georgia Crawl; Atlanta, 19 Apr. 1928; (1461482) Co14328D Rt RL316
Now we have a little city : that they call *down in Baltimore*Stone, Joe; It's Hard Time; Chicago, 2 Aug. 1933; (76837 ) BBB5169 Yz L1030
When you think I'm loving you : *I'm in the bed* all the timeOwens, Marshall; Texas Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Jan. 1932; (L12382) Pm13117 Yz L1006
She *jumped in the bay* : with a case of Alexander, Texas; Long Lonesome Day Blues; New York, 11 Aug. 1927; (81213A) OK8511 Rt RL315
Just as sure as *the little pea* : ain't *leaving in the land*Wallace, Minnie; The Old Folks Started It; Memphis, 23 Sept. 1929; (555722) ViV38547 OJL21
Do this please : before I fall down *left in a jam*Cox, Ida; Long Distance Blues; Chicago, Aug. 1925; (2243?) Pm12307 BYG529073
You got to *live in your place* : ??? you Owens, Marshall; Try Me One More Time; Grafton, Wis., c. Jan. 1932; (L12401) Pm13117 Yz L1006
I'm a long long way from home : I ain't got no *lover* in townJefferson, Blind Lemon; Sad News Blues; Chicago, c. July 1928; (207722) Pm12728 Rt RL306
Well well you been telling everybody : you been *playing in luck*Weldon, Will (Casey Bill); Somebody's Got to Go; Chicago, 2 Apr. 1936; (100324) BBB6356 Rt RL329
Tell me friends : ever since that *pull in Jackson maid*Wilkins, Robert; Alabama Blues; Memphis, c. 23 Sept. 1929; (M190 ) Br7205 Rt RL333
I didn't *roll in here* : *till Lord sometime* last nightButler, Sam; Some Screamed High Yellow; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; (26772) Pm12423 Yz L1016
Working in the spring : *sleeping in the sand* Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Beggin' Back; Chicago, c. Aug. 1926; (30164) Pm12394 Bio BLP12000
Some little brownskin woman : *stepping* in my wayDay, Will; Central Avenue Blues; New Orleans, 25 Apr. 1928; (1461862) Co14318D Yz L1010
And she puts *straw* in your mattress : makes you wish you was deadBatts, Will; Country Woman; New York, 1 Aug. 1933; (137181) Vo02531 Rt RL329
Does it seem like hell was broke out : in this place belowAlexander, Texas; Frost Texas Tornado Blues; San Antonio, 9 June 1930; (404117B) OK8890 Rt RL316
I met your mama : in the alley way Arnold, Kokomo; Busy Bootin'; Chicago, 18 Apr. 1935; (C9923A) De7139 Say SDR163
Scaredest I ever been : in my life Arnold, Kokomo; Salty Dog; Chicago, 12 Jan. 1937; (91070A) De7267 Rt RL318
Just like looking for a needle : in a bed of sand Arnold, Kokomo; Salty Dog; Chicago, 12 Jan. 1937; (91070A) De7267 Rt RL318
If I should die : in the state of Arkansas Barefoot Bill; Squabblin' Blues; Atlanta, 20 Apr. 1930; (1503032) Co14526D OJL14
Who's going to be : in the second bamalong Baxter, Jim (Andrew and Jim Baxter); Bamalong Blues; Charlotte, N.C., 9 Aug. 1927; (397842) Vi20962 Rt RL318
Because he ain't got the movements : in his hump Bell, Ed; Carry It Right Back Home; Atlanta, 4 Dec. 1930; (1510372) Co14595D Rt RL325
Things will look better : in the Washington Park Bell, Ed; She's a Fool Gal; Atlanta, 4 Dec. 1930; (1510382) Co14595D Rt RL325
Fortyone derringer : in my right and left hand Bennett, Will; Railroad Bill; Knoxville, Tenn., c. Sept. 1930; (K127 ) Vo1464 OJL18
It's going through the world : in my heart diseaseBennett, Will; Railroad Bill; Knoxville, Tenn., c. Sept. 1930; (K127 ) Vo1464 OJL18
I want you to put one bottle : in my hand Black, Lewis; Corn Liquor Blues; Memphis, 10 Dec. 1927; (1453672) Co14291D Rt RL327
Oh the sun's going to shine : in my back door some dayBlackwell, Francis Scrapper; Back Door Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Nov. 1931; (18221) Ch16361 Yz L1019
I hope there ain't another woman like her : in nobody's neighborhoodBlackwell, Francis Scrapper; No Good Woman Blues; Chicago, 7 July 1935; (90082A) Ch50049 Cor CP58
In the alley : in the street Blake, Blind; Wabash Rag; Chicago, c. Nov. 1927; (201542) Pm12597 Yz L1016
I won a woman : in a poker game Blake, Blind; Poker Woman Blues; Richmond, Ind., 20 July 1929; (15248A) Pm12810 Bio BLP12023
Wanted to put my twentyfive fifty seventyfive : in her seven seventeen twentyfourBlake, Blind; Playing Policy Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Dec. 1930; (L6471) Pm13035 Bio BLP12003
Because I can get your kind of loving : in the streets just anywhereBogan, Lucille; Pot Hound Blues; Chicago, 10 May 1929; (C3462 ) Br7083 His HLP15
I've got to call in my tricks : in the rough rough roughBogan, Lucille; Tricks Ain't Working No More; Chicago, c. mid Dec. 1930; (C6848A) Br7186 His HLP15
And here you riding around here : in a VEight FordBogan, Lucille; Tired as I Can Be; New York, 1 Aug. 1934; (155051) Ba33313 His HLP4
I caught you standing out yonder : in the piney woodsBogan, Lucille; Tired as I Can Be; New York, 1 Aug. 1934; (155051) Ba33313 His HLP4
Now I've got to take Christmas now : in my overallsBracey, Mississippi; I'll Overcome Some Day; Jackson, Miss., 17 Mar. 1930; (404767B) OK8904 OJL17
Because I don't believe : in that twotime stuff Brown, Bessie; Nobody But My Baby Is Getting My Love; New York, c. early Sept. 1926; (6813?) Ba1859 VJM VLP40
Titanic sinking : in the deep blue sea Brown, Hi Henry; Titanic Blues; New York, 14 Mar. 1932; (11476A) Vo1728 Yz L1030
Blackbird cheeping : in a tree Bunn, Teddy; Pattin' Dat Cat; New York, 7 Apr. 1930; (597401) ViV38592 His HLP5
Hang my potatoes : in a little brown Burse, Charlie; I Got Good Taters; Richmond, Ind., 3 Aug. 1932; (18650) Ch16481 Rt RL337
Said *nothing funny* : in a state about you Calicott, Joe; Traveling Mama Blues; Memphis, c. 21 Feb. 1930; (MEM779 ) Br7166 Yz L1009
They like to throw *me* : in the air Cannon, Gus; Feather Bed; Memphis, 9 Sept. 1928; (470022) ViV38515 Fwy FA2953
Had them law books : in his hand Cannon, Gus; Feather Bed; Memphis, 9 Sept. 1928; (470022) ViV38515 Fwy FA2953
You got a raincoat : in your hall Carr, Leroy; Gettin' All Wet; Chicago, 13 Aug. 1929; (C4034 ) Vo1423 Yz L1036
Come a little closer : in your papa's arms Carr, Leroy; Papa Wants a Cookie; Chicago, 2 Jan. 1930; (C5070 ) Vo1561 Yz L1036
I saw your mama : in Kansas City Carr, Leroy; Papa Wants to Knock a Jug; Chicago, c. 20 Jan. 1931; (C7223A) Vo1651 Yz L1036
Can you remember mama : in the morning I knocked upon your doorCarr, Leroy; Mean Mistreater Mama; St. Louis, 20 Feb. 1934; (SL1?) Vo02657 Co C30496
I'm not going to worry : in my life no more Carr, Leroy; You've Got Me Grieving; New York, 14 Dec. 1934; (164302) Vo03349 Bio BLPC9
Old Tommy scratched pussy : in a dangerous place Chatman, Bo; Pussy Cat Blues; New Orleans, 15 Oct. 1936; (026131) BBB6735 Yz L1034
Baby don't put no more baking powder : in your bread you seeChatman, Bo; Your Biscuits Are Big Enough for Me; New Orleans, 15 Oct. 1936; (026191) BBB8159 Yz L1014
Baby I don't want no more sugar : in your jellyroll you seeChatman, Bo; Your Biscuits Are Big Enough for Me; New Orleans, 15 Oct. 1936; (026191) BBB8159 Yz L1014
He really wore a hole : in the bottom of his last pair of shoesChatman, Bo; Country Fool; San Antonio, 22 Oct. 1938; (0278791) BBB8122 Yz L1014
I wished I was like a little fish : in the deep blue seaChatman, Bo; Arrangement for MeBlues; Atlanta, 12 Feb. 1940; (0476471) BBB8397 Yz L1014
I aim to take my gun : ??? in your face Collins, Sam; It Won't Be Long; Richmond, Ind., c. 17 Sept. 1927; (13049A) Ge6379 OJL10
You ??? *those stitches* : in the Collins, Sam; New Salty Dog; New York, 8 Oct. 1931; (108371) Ba32311 OJL10
But I caught a preacher : in the potato field Davis, Madlyn; Too Black Bad; Chicago, c. Oct. 1928; (20909?) Pm12703 Yz L1039
The stuff you sell : in a jug Davis, Walter; That Stuff You Sell Ain't No Good; Louisville, 10 June 1931; (694162) ViV23282 RCA INT1085
Now I've got to take Christmas : in my overalls Dickson, Tom; Labor Blues; Memphis, 27 Feb. 1928; (400360A) OK8570 Yz L1008;
Like a girlie : in her teens Dorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); SecondHand Woman Blues; Richmond, Ind., 5 Feb. 1930; (16221) Ge7130 Riv RM8803
You had another : in your home Dorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); SecondHand Woman Blues; Richmond, Ind., 5 Feb. 1930; (16221) Ge7130 Riv RM8803
Something pounding : in my breast Dorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); Maybe It's the Blues; Richmond, Ind., 5 Feb. 1930; (16222) Ge7190 Riv RM8803
Two or three leaks : in your inner tube Dorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); Terrible Operation Blues; New York, 17 Sept. 1930; (100482) Or8033 Yz L1035
Two or three leaks : in your inner tube Dorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); Terrible Operation Blues; Richmond, Ind., 19 Nov. 1930; (17276B) Ch16171 Riv RM8803
Take anything : in the doggone flat Dorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); Come On In; Grafton, Wis., c. Jan. 1931; (L7192) Pm13104 Riv RM8803
Because I can't stay here in this world *after* : in this condition my poor heart's inDoyle, Little Buddy; Renewed Love Blues; Memphis, 14 July 1939; (MEM1521) OK05771 Rt RL329
Now the sun's going to shine : in my back door some dayEstes, Sleepy John; Diving Duck Blues; Memphis, 26 Sept. 1929; (555962) ViV38549 RBF RF8
I would have been at home Lord : in my faro's bed Estes, Sleepy John; My Black Gal Blues; Memphis, 30 May 1930; (625482) Vi23397 Rt RL307
He ain't got no bottom : in his last pair of shoesEstes, Sleepy John; Someday Baby Blues; Chicago, 9 July 1935; (90096A) Ch50068 Br87.504
I telled all the people : in your neighborhood Estes, Sleepy John; Someday Baby Blues; Chicago, 9 July 1935; (90096A) Ch50068 Br87.504
Now the sun going to shine : in my back door some dayEstes, Sleepy John; Jack and Jill Blues; New York, 3 Aug. 1935; (62479A) De7365 RBF RF8
Seems like I had more trouble : in my life before Estes, Sleepy John; New Someday Blues; New York, 22 Apr. 1938; (63652A) De7473 RBF RF8
Down in *Lake* County : in that gumbo mud Estes, Sleepy John; Mary Come On Home; Chicago, 4 June 1940; (93006A) De7814 Sw S1220;
Way down yonder : in the old West End Estes, Sleepy John; Drop Down; Chicago, 4 June 1940; (93009A) De7766 Sw S1220
I'd rather be dead : in some lonesome place Florence, Nellie ; Midnight Weeping Blues; Atlanta, 21 Apr. 1928; (1461752) Co14342D OJL6
Yeah I don't believe no woman : in the whole round world do rightFuller, Blind Boy; Crooked Woman Blues; New York, 7 Mar. 1940; (26619A) Vo05527 Rt RL318
Go out with me baby : in a brand new car Gibson, Clifford; Tired of Being Mistreated Part 2; Long Island City, c. June 1929; (485A) QRSR7079 Yz L1006
I'll do anything : in the world for you Green, Lil; Give Your Mama One Smile; Chicago, 21 Jan. 1941; (0591501) BBB8640 RCA LPV574
You had plenty of money : in nineteen twentytwo Green, Lil; Why Don't You Do Right; Chicago, 23 Apr. 1941; (0641301) BBB8714 RCA LPV574
Now the train's at the station : in my mind I'm made up to goHardin, Lane; California Desert Blues; Chicago, 28 July 1935; (914501) BBB6242 Rt RL319
The sun going to shine : in my back door some day Harris, William; I'm Leavin' Town; Birmingham, Ala., c. 18 July 1927; (GEX743B) Ge6306 Yz L1001
I left you standing here : in your back door cryingHarris, William; Bull Frog Blues; Richmond, Ind., 10 Oct. 1928; (14318) Ge6661 OJL5
The sun going to shine : in my back door some day Harris, William; Bull Frog Blues; Richmond, Ind., 10 Oct. 1928; (14318) Ge6661 OJL5
I don't want no sugar : in my tea Hawkins, Walter Buddy Boy; Voice Throwin' Blues; Richmond, Ind., 14 June 1929; (15219) Pm12802 Yz L1010
I know I serve a great long sentence : in the penitentiaryHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Ease It to Me Blues; Atlanta, 21 Apr. 1928; (1461732) Co14614D BC7
Standing on the levee : in New Orleans Hicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Doin' the Scraunch; Atlanta, 5 Dec. 1930; (1510562) Co14591D CC36
You'll be making whoopee with the devil : in hell tomorrow nightHill, King Solomon; Whoopee Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Jan. 1932; (L12521) Pm13116 Rt RL335
You'll be making whoopee with the devil : in hell tomorrow nightHill, King Solomon; Whoopee Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Jan. 1932; (L12522) Pm13116 Yz L1026
That good sweet candy man's : in town Hurt, Mississippi John; Candy Man Blues; New York, 28 Dec. 1928; (401483B) OK8654 Bio BLPC4
He'll leave a big candy stick : in your hand Hurt, Mississippi John; Candy Man Blues; New York, 28 Dec. 1928; (401483B) OK8654 Bio BLPC4
It's like hunting for a needle : in a bed of sand Jackson, Papa Charlie; Salty Dog Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1924; (1893?) Pm12236 Yz L1029
Now the scariest I ever been : in my life Jackson, Papa Charlie; Salty Dog Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1924; (1893?) Pm12236 Yz L1029
For to poison her father and her mother : in the coffeepotJackson, Papa Charlie; Coffee Pot Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1925; (10043?) Pm12264 Yz L1029
Until saloons come back with bottle and *bondy* : in the days of long agoJackson, Jim; Bootlegging Blues; Memphis, 14 Feb. 1928; (419042) Vi21268 Rt RL323
I work every day : in the mine James, Frank; Poor Coal Passer; Chicago, 21 Dec. 1936; (018931) BBB7116 Yz L1015
Rest his heart : in the hand of God James, Jesse; Southern Casey Jones; Chicago, 3 June 1936; (90761A) De7213 AH158
I would rather be buried : in some cypress grove James, Skip; Cypress Grove Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1931; (L7472) Pm13088 Bio BLP12029
Take you back : in the wintertime Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Beggin' Back; Chicago, c. Aug. 1926; (30164) Pm12394 Bio BLP12000
I would shine my light : in Corinna's brain Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Wartime Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; (30701) Pm12425 Rt RL301
I ain't seen my sugar : in two long weeks today Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Bad Luck Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; (30902) Pm12443 Mil MLP2007
Ain't seen my good gal : in three long weeks todayJefferson, Blind Lemon; Match Box Blues; Chicago, c. Apr. 1927; (44464) Pm12474 Bio BLP12000
Well the sun's going to shine : in my back door some dayJefferson, Blind Lemon; Deceitful Brownskin Woman; Chicago, c. Oct. 1927; (200652) Pm12551 Bio BLP12015
Getting tired of sleeping : in this lowdown lonesome cellJefferson, Blind Lemon; Prison Cell Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203882) Pm12622 Mil MLP2004
I'm getting tired of sleeping : in this lowdown lonesome cellJefferson, Blind Lemon; Prison Cell Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203882) Pm12622 Mil MLP2004
I used to take my feet : in a midnight tramp Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Lock Step Blues; Chicago, c. Aug. 1928; (208152) Pm12679 Mil MLP2004
I ain't had a square meal : in many doggone days Johnson, Alec; Miss Meal Cramp Blues; Atlanta, 2 Nov. 1928; (1473792) Co14446D CC3
Every man that comes to see you : in this neighborhoodJohnson, Ki Ki; Lady, Your Clock Ain't Right; Long Island City, c. Aug. 1928; ( ) QRSR7003 His HLP17
The billygoat backed : in the bumblebee's nest Johnson, Robert; They're Red Hot; San Antonio, 27 Nov. 1936; (SA26271) ARC70757 Co C30034
I'm going to take you for a honeymoon : in some long long distant landJohnson, Robert; Honeymoon Blues; Dallas, 20 June 1937; (DAL401 ) Vo04002 Co C30034
Crying sun going to shine : in my back door some dayJohnson, Tommy; Big Road Blues; Memphis, 3 Feb. 1928; (418372) Vi21279 Rt RL330
Mmm sun going to shine : in my back door some day Johnson, Tommy; Maggie Campbell Blues; Memphis, 4 Feb. 1928; (418392) Vi21409 Rt RL330
Going to be down : in a Texas camp Jones, Maggie; Box Car Blues; New York, 13 Nov. 1924; (1401343) Co14047D VJM VLP23
And the *moon is* ??? : in this man's town Jones, Maggie; Dangerous Blues; New York, 1 Apr. 1925; (1404893) Co14070D VJM VLP23
You can't live : in this big world alone Jones, Maggie; Never Drive a Beggar from Your Door; New York, 18 Sept. 1925; (1409653) Co14127D VJM VLP25
I'd be at home : in my folding bed Kelly, Eddie; Poole County Blues; Charlotte, N.C., 6 Aug. 1937; (0130231) BBB7204 RBF RF9
She was standing in the kitchen : in her morning gownLedbetter, Huddie; C. C. Rider; New York, 23 Jan. 1935; (16686 ) ARC unissued Co C30035
I want my body buried : in the deep blue sea Ledbetter, Huddie; T. B. Woman Blues; New York, 23 Mar. 1935; (171801) ARC unissued Bio BLP12013
Say the sun's going to shine : in my back door some dayLewis, Furry; Sweet Papa Moan; probably New York, 28 May 1927; ( ) Vo1116 RBF RF11
I got a loving sweet mama : in this world somewhereLincoln, Charley; Hard Luck Blues; Atlanta, 4 Nov. 1927; (1451042) Co14272D His HLP4
If I listened at my mother : in farther day Lincoln, Charley; Chain Gang Trouble; Atlanta, 4 Nov. 1927; (1451082) Co14272D His HLP4
I let you stay here : in my house Lucas, Jane; Leave My Man Alone; Richmond, Ind., 19 Nov. 1930; (17286) Ch16289 Yz L1035
If I catch you : in my bed Lucas, Jane; Leave My Man Alone; Richmond, Ind., 19 Nov. 1930; (17286) Ch16289 Yz L1035
See you dead now : in some cedar grove McCoy, Joe; Cherry Ball Blues; Chicago, c. mid June 1930; (C5864A) Vo1535 Pal PL101
I caught three : in my cornfield McCoy, Joe; Preachers Blues; Chicago, c. 31 Jan. 1931; (C7247 ) Vo1643 BC13
Wouldn't have had such a hard time : in this world todayMcFadden, Charlie Specks; Groceries on the Shelf:; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1930; (L1551) Pm12928 Riv RM8819
I'd abeen home sleeping : in a doggone feather bedMcTell, Blind Willie; Three Women Blues; Atlanta, 17 Oct. 1928; (471852) ViV38001 Yz L1005
I believe that if I had my sweet woman's heart : in my hand in my handMcTell, Blind Willie; Drive Away Blues; Atlanta, 26 Nov. 1929; (565991) ViV38580 Yz L1005
Out in the alley : in the street McTell, Blind Willie; Georgia Rag; Atlanta, 31 Oct. 1931; (4050851) OK8924 Yz L1005
There's someone sitting pretty : in the place where you once satMartin, Daisy; What You Was You Used to Be; New York, c. late July 1923; (52381) Ba1262 VJM VLP40
Sewed ninetynine stitches : in his yas yas yas Memphis Minnie; New Dirty Dozens; Chicago, 1 July 1930; (C5894 ) Vo1618 BC13
Walking around with this lowlife : in front of me Memphis Minnie; I Don't Want that Junk Outa You; Chicago, c. 30 Jan. 1931; (VO111A) Vo1678 Yz L1008
I give you everything : in the world I had Memphis Minnie; I Don't Want that Junk Outa You; Chicago, c. 30 Jan. 1931; (VO111A) Vo1678 Yz L1008
And he dropped me off in Texas : in a little place they call San AntoneMontgomery, Eurreal Little Brother; West Texas Blues; New Orleans, 16 Oct. 1936; (026511) BBB7178 CC35
Toodleoo in the summer : in the fall Newbern, Hambone Willie; She Could ToodleOo; Atlanta, 13 Mar. 1929; (402295A) OK8740 Rt RL323
She lets you ride her : in your car Nickerson, Charlie Bozo; Everybody's Talking About Sadie Green; Memphis, 12 May 1930; (599172) ViV38599 Jo SM3104
Will feed every dame : in *Jack Burse* yard Nickerson, Charlie Bozo; You May Leave But This Will Bring You Back; Memphis, 26 Nov. 1930; (64733 ) Vi23267 Rt RL337
The mules backed up : in my face Nickerson, Charlie Bozo; Move that Thing; Memphis, 28 Nov. 1930; (647402) Vi23274 Rt RL323
Fixing to eat my supper : in Shelby Illinois Patton, Charley; Rattlesnake Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. early Dec. 1929; (L632) Pm12924 Yz L1020
And my man hasn't worked Lord : in two or three weeks or morePatton, Charley; Mean Black Moan; Grafton, Wis., c. early Dec. 1929; (L771) Pm12953 Yz L1001
You place a bottle of corn : in your right hand Poor Jab (Jab Jones); Whitewash Station Blues; Memphis, 15 Sept. 1928; (470362) ViV38504 RBF RF6
That'll pass you right over : in the Promised LandPoor Jab (Jab Jones); Whitewash Station Blues; Memphis, 15 Sept. 1928; (470362) ViV38504 RBF RF6
I caught two : in my watermelon field Poor Jab (Jab Jones); Come Along Little Children; Richmond, Ind., 3 Aug. 1932; (18656) Ch16654 Rt RL307
Just put some ??? : in my hand Poor Jab (Jab Jones); Come Along Little Children; Richmond, Ind., 3 Aug. 1932; (18656) Ch16654 Rt RL307
I take my gun : in my right hand Rainey, Ma Gertrude; Cell Bound Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1924; (100012) Pm12257 Mil MLP2001
But that was a bad bargain : in the end Rainey, Ma Gertrude; Trust No Man; Chicago, c. Aug. 1926; (26311) Pm12395 Jo SM3098
I went to Mr Lehman : in a lope Ramey, Ben (Memphis Jug Band); Cocaine Habit Blues; Memphis, 17 May 1930; (599332) ViV38620 BC2
It's just made up : in a medium size Robinson, Bob; Beedle Um Bum; Chicago, c. Dec. 1928; (210362) Pm12714 Riv RM8803
It don't make any difference : in a Shade, Will; Kansas City Blues; Atlanta, 19 Oct. 1927; (403151) Vi21185 Rt RL307
The nigger put a neckbone : in the pot Shade, Will; On the Road Again; Memphis, 11 Sept. 1928; (470111) ViV38015 OJL19
A big black nigger : in my folding bed Shade, Will; On the Road Again; Memphis, 11 Sept. 1928; (470111) ViV38015 OJL19
You place a little corn : in your right hand Shade, Will; Whitewash Station Blues; Memphis, 15 Sept. 1928; (470362) ViV38504 Rt RL337
That'll pass you right over : in the Promised LandShade, Will; Whitewash Station Blues; Memphis, 15 Sept. 1928; (470362) ViV38504 Rt RL337
I'm going to tell everybody : in the neighborhood Shade, Will; Take Your Fingers Off It; Chicago, 7 Nov. 1934; (C793 ) Vo03175 Jo SM3104
Don't want to be tangled up : in that nest Shaw, Allen (Hattie Hart); Coldest Stuff in Town; New York, 14 Sept. 1934; (15952 ) Vo02821 Yz L1021
Mmm ain't seen my baby : in six long months today Short, Jaydee; Telephone Arguin' Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. 1 June 1930; (L4561) Pm13043 OJL11
I get wicked lonesome sometimes : in a dark room by myselfShort, Jaydee; Grand Daddy Blues; New York, 14 Mar. 1932; (11479A) Vo1708 Yz L1018
The sun's going to shine : in my back door some daySmith, Bessie; Sobbin' Hearted Blues; New York, 14 Jan. 1925; (1402492) Co14056D Co CL855
Then trouble taken place : in the lowlands at nightSmith, Bessie; Back Water Blues; New York, 17 Feb. 1927; (1434911) Co14195D Co CL858
He would do anything you ask him : in the name of the U S ASmith, Bessie; Poor Man's Blues; New York, 24 Aug. 1928; (1468951) Co14399D Co CL856
Made me moan and groan : in misery Smith, Bessie; Blue Spirit Blues; New York, 11 Oct. 1929; (1491343) Co14527D Co CL858
They all congregates there : in an all night strutSmith, Bessie; Gimme a Pigfoot; New York, 24 Nov. 1933; (1525782) OK8949 Co CL856
Your loving ain't so *fordy* : in the park Smith, Bessie; Take Me for a Buggy Ride; New York, 24 Nov. 1933; (1525792) OK8949 Co CL856
But you a loving *cold* creature : in the dark Smith, Bessie; Take Me for a Buggy Ride; New York, 24 Nov. 1933; (1525792) OK8949 Co CL856
But it's all gravy : in my home town Smith, Clara; 31st Street Blues; New York, 31 Jan. 1924; (815142) Co14009D VJM VLP16
But my eye is at the ??? : in the basement blues Smith, Clara; Basement Blues; New York, 20 Sept. 1924; (1400521) Co14039D VJM VLP17
I'm going to take a ride : in my high brown's armsSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Honey Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1931; (VO126 ) Vo1633 Yz L1031
Was standing on Frank Street : in New Orleans Smith, J. T. Funny Paper; Honey Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1931; (VO126 ) Vo1633 Yz L1031
Get that hump : in your back Smith, Trixie; Ride Jockey Ride; New York, Dec. 1924; (1977?) Pm12245 CC29
But the sun's going to shine : in my back door some daySmith, Trixie; Freight Train Blues; New York, 26 May 1938; (63866A) De7489 Cor CP58
I never heard so much moaning and whining : in my life beforeSpruell, Freddie; Tom Cat Blues; Chicago, c. July 1928; (207272) Pm12665 His HLP17
I caught about eleven : in the watermelon field Stokes, Frank; You Shall; Chicago, c. Aug. 1927; (47713) Pm12518 Rt RL308
I caught about eleven : in the watermelon field Stokes, Frank; You Shall; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200432) Pm12518 Bio BLP12041
Now when I was young : in my prime Stokes, Frank; Its a Good Thing; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200442) Pm12518 Bio BLP12041
She's aslipping and astalling : in some dark alleyStokes, Frank; Its a Good Thing; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200442) Pm12518 Bio BLP12041
She caught the rheumatism : in her feet Tampa Red (Hudson Whittaker); The Duck YasYasYas; Chicago, c. 16 May 1929; (C3485 ) Vo1277 Yz L1039
And the same thing struck her : in the yas yas yasTampa Red (Hudson Whittaker); The Duck YasYasYas; Chicago, c. 16 May 1929; (C3485 ) Vo1277 Yz L1039
For my mother : in every way Thomas, Hociel; Listen to Ma; Chicago, 24 Feb. 1926; (9521A) OK8346 Bio BLPC6
You're always welcome : in her home Thomas, Hociel; Listen to Ma; Chicago, 24 Feb. 1926; (9521A) OK8346 Bio BLPC6
I went to the station : in a shower rain Thompson, Edward; Showers of Rain Blues; New York, c. 23 Oct. 1929; (GEX2411A) Pm13018 Yz L1006
She used to rock me : in the morning soon Thompson, Edward; West Virginia Blues; New York, c. 23 Oct. 1929; (GEX2416A) Pm13018 Yz L1006
I'll be your winner : in any game you please Turner, Buck; Black Ace; Chicago, 15 Feb. 1937; (61790A) De7281 Yz L1026
The white people load me : in the workhouse door unknown artist (Memphis Jug Band); Snitchin' Gambler Blues; Memphis, 1 Feb. 1928; (418172) Vi21524 Rt RL322
Ain't seen my woman : in God knows when unknown artist (Birmingham Jug Band); Giving It Away; Atlanta, 11 Dec. 1930; (404683A) OK8908 OJL19
I worked all the winter : in the chilly winds Vincson, Walter (Mississippi Sheiks); Shake Hands and Tell Me Goodbye; Atlanta, 25 Oct. 1931; (4050201) OK8951 Mam S3804
I've always put a dollar : in your hand Vincson, Walter (Mississippi Sheiks); Go Away Woman; Grafton, Wis., c. July 1932; (L15541) Pm13152 Bio BLP12041
I caught a preacher : in my watermelon field Wallace, Minnie; Dirty Butter; Memphis, 23 Sept. 1929; (555712) ViV38547 Rt RL322
Your grandma done the strut : in your grandpa's shirtWallace, Minnie; The Old Folks Started It; Memphis, 23 Sept. 1929; (555722) ViV38547 OJL21
Do *young* about your strutting : in your Wallace, Minnie; The Old Folks Started It; Memphis, 23 Sept. 1929; (555722) ViV38547 OJL21
You look like a monkey : in a baseball suit Wallace, Minnie; Field Mouse Stomp; Jackson, Miss., 12 Oct. 1935; (JAX1141) Vo03106 Rt RL321
Because he left me here : in this old lonesome homeWallace, Sippie; Bedroom Blues; Chicago, 20 Nov. 1926; (9930A) OK8439 Sw S1240
Because the sun's going to shine : in my back door some dayWallace, Sippie; Have You Ever Been Down; Chicago, 6 May 1927; (80838A) OK8499 Bio BLPC6
Have everything : in the doggone flat Washboard Sam; Come On In; Chicago, 21 Dec. 1936; (01884 ) BBB6870 RBF RF16
I was chatting with a girl : in the wrong place Washboard Sam; My Feet Jumped Salty; Chicago, 26 June 1941; (0644791) BBB8844 RCA LPV577
All the bootleggers : in the town Waters, Ethel; At the New Jump Steady Ball; New York, c. May 1922; ( ) BS14128 Bio BLP12022
They walked out the window : in the air Waters, Ethel; At the New Jump Steady Ball; New York, c. May 1922; ( ) BS14128 Bio BLP12022
Way back yonder : in oneohone Weaver, Curley; Sweet Patunia; Atlanta, 26 Oct. 1928; (1473042) Co14386D His HLP32
Going to wash my face : in the dear old Mexico Weldon, Will (Casey Bill); Turpentine Blues; Atlanta, 20 Oct. 1927; (403222) Vi21134 Yz L1008
Ooo well I got a little woman : in Pinebluff ArkansasWhite, Washington (Booker Washington White); Pinebluff Arkansas; Chicago, 2 Sept. 1937; (C19962) Vo03711 Co C30036
They would carry me out : in the rain and cold White, Washington; When Can I Change My Clothes; Chicago, 7 Mar. 1940; (WC2979A) Vo05489 Co C30036
I had an old ??? : in the ??? camp Wilber, Bill (Joe Wilbur McCoy); Greyhound Blues; Chicago, 22 July 1935; (90199A) Ch50053 Rt RL334
I wouldn't have been bound down : in this trouble todayWilkins, Robert; Jail House Blues; Memphis, 8 Sept. 1928; (45499 ) Vi23379 Yz L1002
Lord I'm afraid to meet you : in that other world somewhereWilkins, Robert; Dirty Deal Blues; Jackson, Miss., 10 Oct. 1935; (JAX104 ) Vo03223 BC5
I liked everybody : in your neighborhood Williams, Joe; Someday Baby; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1941; (0704861) BBB9025 RBF RF11
Well now they told me if I didn't quit drinking : in some lonesome cemetery I would beWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Shannon Street Blues; Aurora, Ill., 17 June 1938; (0208471) BBB7847 RCA INT1088
Pulled off her clothes : in front of her front gateWilliamson, Sonny Boy; SusieQ ; Aurora, Ill., 17 Dec. 1938; (0308501) BBB7995 RCA INT1088
Now the sun is going to shine : in my back door some dayWilliamson, Sonny Boy; She Don't Love Me That Way; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1941; (070146 ) BB340701 BC3
You made plenty of money : in nineteen twentytwo Williamson, Sonny Boy; She Don't Love Me That Way; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1941; (070146 ) BB340701 BC3
I can get way back : in my knees Wilson, Leola B.; Scoop It; Chicago, c. Aug. 1926; (26074) Pm12379 His HLP1
But I didn't have no seat : in my pants Wilson, Kid Wesley (Leola B. Wilson); The Gin Done Done It; New York, 5 Sept. 1929; (148977?) Co14463D His HLP5
Hey : in my younger days Woods, Hosea (Gus Cannon); The Rooster's Crowing Blues; Memphis, 3 Oct. 1929; (56340 ) ViV38593 Her H205
This is the highest fence I ever saw : in my life I can't climbWoods, Hosea (Gus Cannon); Prison Wall Blues; Memphis, 28 Nov. 1930; (64747) Vi23272 Rt RL329
Seven times you hear the seven sisters : will visit me [all] in my sleepSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Seven Sisters BluesPart 2; Chicago, c. Apr. 1931; (VO169A) Vo1641 Yz L1031
If my man hadn't abeen in the *jug* : he would help with my bondMoore, Alice; Prison Blues; Richmond, Ind., 16 Aug. 1929; (15448) Pm12868 CC37
??? CoalOil Johnny : sure was aborn in hell Stevens, Vol; Coal Oil Blues; Memphis, 13 Feb. 1928; (418882) Vi21278 OJL4
Papa *preacher* thought : he sure was aborn in bornStevens, Vol; Coal Oil Blues; Memphis, 13 Feb. 1928; (418882) Vi21278 OJL4
There's a little ace in the deck mama : *I'll lay forth and* tightTurner, Buck; Black Ace; Chicago, 15 Feb. 1937; (61790A) De7281 Yz L1026
Had the blues all of twentyeight : started again in twentynineLewis, Furry; Black Gypsy Blues; Memphis, 22 Sept. 1929; (M185 ) Vo1547 Yz L1008
It ain't in her stockings : and you know it's just aboveChatman, Bo; The Ins and Outs of My Girl; New Orleans, 15 Oct. 1936; (026141) BBB7213 Yz L1014
Lord when she starts to loving : man it ain't in the bookJefferson, Blind Lemon; Long Lastin' Lovin'; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (204072) Pm12666 Mil MLP2013
Said my home ain't in Texas : and I sure don't careThomas, Ramblin' (Willard Thomas); Poor Boy Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1928; (210204) Pm12722 Bio BLP12004
Now I was just thinking my woman didn't love me : I hope she ain't in love with nobody elseWilliamson, Sonny Boy; My Black Name Blues; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1941; (070147 ) BBB8992 BC3
Now I'm going home : I done did all in this world that I couldArnold, Kokomo; Mean Old Twister; Chicago, 30 Mar. 1937; (91161A) De7347 BC4
Now there's nothing that I can do : I did all in this world that I couldArnold, Kokomo; Your Ways and Actions; New York, 11 May 1938; (67344A) De7510 Say SDR163
Well the chinch has moved in : all in my room Baker, Willie; Bad Luck Moan; Richmond, Ind., 10 Jan. 1929; (14892) Ge6812 Rt RL326
My clothes are worn out : holes all in my shoes Blake, Blind; Walkin' Across the Country; Chicago, c. Sept. 1928; (208682) Pm12754 Bio BLP12031
Since I done left you : you've got them all in pawnBlake, Blind; Depression's Gone from Me Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. June 1932; (L14762) Pm13137 Bio BLP12023
Somebody : stole my little allinall Bracey, Mississippi; I'll Overcome Some Day; Jackson, Miss., 17 Mar. 1930; (404767B) OK8904 OJL17
Now I can't sleep at night : there's rocks all in my bedCarr, Leroy; You Left Me Crying; New York, 14 Dec. 1934; (164182) Vo unissued Bio BLPC9
My clothes all in pawn : ain't got nowhere to go Carr, Leroy; It's Too Short; New York, 17 Dec. 1934; (164401) Vo02875 Co C30496
Good whiskey good whiskey : is all in the world I craveChatman, Peter (Memphis Slim); Whiskey and Gin Blues; Chicago, 4 Dec. 1941; (0704341) BBB8945 RCA730.581
You know I done : woman all in this world I could Chatman, Peter (Memphis Slim); You Gonna Worry Too; Chicago, 4 Dec. 1941; (0704351) BBB8945 RCA730.581
She carries a razor in her pocket : with them frowns all in her faceDavis, Walter; Ashes in My Whiskey; Chicago, 31 Oct. 1935; (962371) BBB6201 RCA INT1085
Now I'm left here all alone : all in this great big world aloneDavis, Walter; The Only Woman; Chicago, 21 Mar. 1941; (0539751) BBB8773 RCA INT1085
I turned back my *chivver* : blues all in my bed Estes, Sleepy John; My Black Gal Blues; Memphis, 30 May 1930; (625482) Vi23397 Rt RL307
Now I came in all in that Main West : and I putted down at Chicago HeightsEstes, Sleepy John; Hobo Jungle Blues; New York, 3 Aug. 1935; (62481A) De7354 Sw S1219
Nine and five my weakness : ten and four keeps me all in pawnGibson, Clifford; Bad Luck Dice; New York, 10 Dec. 1929; (57753 ) ViV38590 Yz L1027
She so big and fat : got to put ashes all in my bedHarrison, Smoky; Hop Head Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Dec. 1929; (L791) Pm12920 Rt RL340
Now I got rocks all in my pillow : gravel all in my bedHarrison, Smoky; Hop Head Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Dec. 1929; (L791) Pm12920 Rt RL340
Now I got rocks all in my pillow : gravel all in my bedHarrison, Smoky; Hop Head Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Dec. 1929; (L791) Pm12920 Rt RL340
I says go on home mama : you gots: *ruses* all in your backHarrison, Smoky; Hop Head Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Dec. 1929; (L791) Pm12920 Rt RL340
Twenty mens after the same job : all in the same old dayHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); We Sure Got Hard Times Now; Atlanta, 18 Apr. 1930; (1502731) Co14558D CC36
Now take your black daddy : wrap him all in your armsHill, Sammy; Cryin' for the Blues; Dallas, 9 Aug. 1929; (55319) ViV38588 Yz L1004
Went in to eat my breakfast : and the blues all in my breadJefferson, Blind Lemon; Got the Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1926; (24711) Pm12354 Bio BLP12000
Water all in Arkansas : people screaming in TennesseeJefferson, Blind Lemon; Rising High Water Blues; Chicago, c. May 1927; (44915) Pm12487 Mil MLP2007
Black snake is deceitful : crawling in all in my bedJefferson, Blind Lemon; Black Snake Dream Blues; Chicago, c. June 1927; (45772) Pm12510 Bio BLP12015
Hey hey mama : black [snake's lying, snake is] all in my hallJefferson, Blind Lemon; Black Snake Dream Blues; Chicago, c. June 1927; (45772) Pm12510 Bio BLP12015
Put it all in her window : and blow her up late at nightJefferson, Blind Lemon; Dynamite Blues; Chicago, c. Jan. 1929; (210961) Pm12739 Rt RL301
Leave me all in my bed : go yoyo with some other manJefferson, Blind Lemon; Yo Yo Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15665) Pm12872 Bio BLP12000
You put lice all in my gravy : black potash in my teaJohnson, Lonnie; Man Killing Broad; Chicago, 8 Nov. 1937; (91339A) De7445 Sw S1225;
You dog me all in the morning : and dog me late at nightJohnson, Mary; Rattlesnake Blues; Richmond, Ind., 22 Sept. 1932; (18791) Ch16570 Riv RM8819
And that's one thing certain : they have stones all in my passJohnson, Robert; Stone in My Passway; Dallas, 19 June 1937; (DAL3772) ARC71267 Co CL1654
Went to eat my breakfast : and the blues all in my breadLedbetter, Huddie; Alberta; New York, 23 Jan. 1935; (16692 ) ARC unissued Co C30035
Shorty George got my woman : left me all in vain Ledbetter, Huddie; Shorty George; New York, 5 Feb. 1935; (168142) ARC unissued Bio BLP12013
This Bell Street whiskey : make you sleep all in your clothesMcTell, Blind Willie; Bell Street Blues; Chicago, 23 Apr. 1935; (C9946A) De7078 Rt RL324
This house is full of stinging snakes : crawling all in my bedMemphis Minnie; Stinging Snake Blues; Chicago, 25 Mar. 1934; (CP10691) Vo02711 Pal PL101
Before I got that cat : rats had holes all in my wallsMemphis Minnie; Black Cat Blues; Chicago, 27 May 1936; (C13861) Vo03581 Pal PL101
Mother please don't worry : this is all in my prayerOden, Jimmy; Going Down Slow; Chicago, 11 Nov. 1941; (0704091) BBB8889 RBF RF16
They're all in my bedroom : drinking all my wine Pope, Jenny; Bull Frog Blues; Memphis, c. Feb. 1930; (MEM757A) Vo1522 His HLP15
They're all in my cabinet : hopping all over my clothesPope, Jenny; Bull Frog Blues; Memphis, c. Feb. 1930; (MEM757A) Vo1522 His HLP15
And I got up this morning : a light all in my roomRachel, James Yank; Little Sarah; Memphis, 26 Sept. 1929; (555972) ViV38595 Rt RL310
I got one old rider : all in my mind Walker, Uncle Bud; Stand Up Suitcase Blues; Atlanta, 30 July 1928; (402009B) OK8828 Yz L1009
I'm crying mmm : black snake crawling all in my roomWashington, Louis; Black Snake Blues; New York, 24 Jan. 1934; (146761) Ba33058 Rt RL313
Peetie Wheatstraw good people : going to put you all in the alleyWheatstraw, Peetie; Throw Me in the Alley; Chicago, 24 Aug. 1934; (C9351 ) De7018 Say SDR191
Working on the project : with holes all in my clothesWheatstraw, Peetie; Working on the Project; Chicago, 30 Mar. 1937; (91164A) De7311 BC4
I don't care woman : who gets all in my way Williams, Joe; Mr. Devil Blues; Memphis, c. 24 Sept. 1929; (M196 ) Vo1457 Rt RL321
Said the wind had things switching : almost in a twirlAlexander, Texas; Frost Texas Tornado Blues; San Antonio, 9 June 1930; (404117B) OK8890 Rt RL316
My baby's gone : and I'm almost in my grave McTell, Blind Willie; My Baby's Gone; New York, 18 Sept. 1933; (140382) Vo02668 Yz L1037
Now easy riding woman : always in the wrong Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Easy Rider Blues; Chicago, c. Apr. 1927; (44232) Pm12474 Mil MLP2004
*Big foot* stops at every man's door : and he's always in his midnight creepJefferson, Blind Lemon; Competition Bed Blues; Chicago, c. July 1928; (207492) Pm12728 Rt RL306
How can I love : when she's always in the road Petties, Arthur; Two Time Blues; Memphis, 14 Feb. 1928; (419062) Vi21282 Yz L1007
I am in dear love with SixtyOne : I say it from my heartKelly, Jack; Highway No. 61 Blues No. 2; New York, 1 Aug. 1933; (13713) Ba32934 Rt RL329
Now here I am in Chicago : doing the best I can Smith, J. T. Funny Paper; Howling Wolf BluesNo. 2; Chicago, 19 Sept. 1930; (C6405A) Vo1558 Yz L1031
Ooh : I'd rather be dead and in my grave Lewis, Furry; Sweet Papa Moan; probably New York, 28 May 1927; ( ) Vo1116 RBF RF11
If you don't want me honey : let's take and in handLewis, Furry; Dry Land Blues; Memphis, 28 Aug. 1928; (454291) Vi23345 Yz L1021
Well I wished I was dead : and in the land I'm doomed to goSpivey, Victoria; T. B.'s Got Me Blues; Chicago, 7 July 1936; (90790A) De7222 Spi LP2001
I'd rather be dead : and in my horrible tomb Temple, Johnnie; The Evil Devil Blues; Chicago, 14 May 1935; (C987 ) Vo02987 Yz L1038
When I left [home] : my little girl was sick and in the bedWheatstraw, Peetie; Sick Bed Blues; Chicago, 2 Nov. 1937; (91317A) De7403 Say SDR192
She act like an angel in the daytime : crooked as the devil at nightFuller, Blind Boy; Crooked Woman Blues; New York, 7 Mar. 1940; (26619A) Vo05527 Rt RL318
Act like an angel in the daytime : ??? at night McTell, Blind Willie; Searching the Desert for the Blues; Atlanta, 22 Feb. 1932; (716061) Vi23353 RCA LPV518
I used to have a woman : good as any in this town Alexander, Texas; Double Crossing Blues; San Antonio, 15 June 1929; (402639B) OK8745 Yz L1032
Now I used to have a woman : now now she's [just] as good as any in this [white man's] townMcClennan, Tommy; She's Just Good Huggin' Size; Chicago, 10 May 1940; (044987 ) BBB8605 Rt RL305
Your baby's pigmeat : as anybody in the neighborhoodLedbetter, Huddie; Pig Meat Papa; New York, 23 Mar. 1935; (171812) ARC60455 His HLP4
I got a kindhearted woman : do anything in this world for meJohnson, Robert; Kind Hearted Woman Blues; San Antonio, 23 Nov. 1936; (SA25801) ARC unissued Co CL1654
I got a kindhearted mama : do anything in this world for meJohnson, Robert; Kind Hearted Woman Blues; San Antonio, 23 Nov. 1936; (SA25802) ARC70356 Co C30034
If seven sisters can't do anything in Louisiana : bet you'll have to go to New OrleansSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Seven Sisters BluesPart 2; Chicago, c. Apr. 1931; (VO169A) Vo1641 Yz L1031
I say I'll do anything in the world for you : I don't want to go down to that welfare storeWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Welfare Store Blues; Chicago, 17 May 1940; (053001 ) BBB8610 BC3
There's no sweeter cabbage : anywhere in town Jones, Maggie; Anybody Here Want to Try My Cabbage; New York, 10 Dec. 1924; (1401742) Co14063D VJM VLP23
Never have so much fought babe : anywhere in my lifeTurner, Joe; Blues on Central Avenue; Los Angeles, 8 Sept. 1941; (DLA2739A) De7889 Br87.504
Anywhere in Mississippi : is my native home Washboard Sam; Lowland Blues; Aurora, Ill., 4 May 1937; (07620 ) BBB7096 BC10
Now you give me peaches in the springtime : apples in the fallWeldon, Will (Casey Bill); Peaches in the Springtime; Memphis, 13 Feb. 1928; (418902) Vi21657 Rt RL311
I want to speak to all you fast fellows : that you are in the wrongBarefoot Bill; Bad Boy; Atlanta, 20 Apr. 1930; (1503062) Co14526D CC3
Six men are in jail : faces to the wall Blake, Blind; Low Down Loving Gal; Chicago, c. Sept. 1928; (208875) Pm12695 Bio BLP12003
I drink so much coffee : the grounds are in my *wheeze*Glover, Mae; I Ain't Giving Nobody None; Richmond, Ind., 29 July 1929; (15395A) Ge6948 Her H201
Hard luck is at your front door : blues are in your roomPatton, Charley; Bird Nest Bound; Grafton, Wis., c. 28 May 1930; (L4331) Pm13070 Yz L1020
Now all the little children : playing around in a ringDavis, Madlyn; Too Black Bad; Chicago, c. Oct. 1928; (20909?) Pm12703 Yz L1039
Boys if you have been running around in this world : this train will wreck your mindHill, King Solomon; The Gone Dead Train; Grafton, Wis., c. Jan. 1932; (L12542) Pm13129 Yz L1004
Wear B V Ds in the winter : traveling around in the rainJefferson, Blind Lemon; Pneumonia Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15669) Pm12880 Mil MLP2013
Reason I call him cat man : he don't [come, go] around in the dayJefferson, Blind Lemon; Cat Man Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15673) Pm12921 Bio BLP12015
Now I done fooled around in Chicago : and I done almost frozeWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Down South; Aurora, Ill., 13 Mar. 1938; (0201171) BBB7665 RCA LPV518
Now I'm just a walking ground hog : mama and I walks around in my denWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Ground Hog Blues; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1941; (070143 ) BBB9031 BC3
Oh well it's our Father : who art in heaven Stokes, Frank; You Shall; Chicago, c. Aug. 1927; (47713) Pm12518 Rt RL308
Oh well it's our Father : who art in heaven Stokes, Frank; You Shall; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200432) Pm12518 Bio BLP12041
They put ashes in my whiskey : they put strychnine in my glassDavis, Walter; Ashes in My Whiskey; Chicago, 31 Oct. 1935; (962371) BBB6201 RCA INT1085
Yes she smokes the cigarettes : throws ashes in the trayJackson, Papa Charlie; Ash Tray Blues; Chicago, c. May 1928; (206042) Pm12660 Bio BLP12042
Sell it to the nice brown : astanding in the door Howell, Peg Leg; Coal Man Blues; Atlanta, 8 Nov. 1926; (1431162) Co14194D RBF RF202
Then I know you going to catch it : babe in this world somewhereAkers, Garfield; Cottonfield BluesPart 2; Memphis, c. 23 Sept. 1929; (M202 ) Vo1442 OJL2
My babe in jail : I can't get no news Barefoot Bill; Big Rock Jail; Atlanta, 4 Nov. 1929; (1493562) Co14481D Rt RL313
I got up babe babe in a *slumber* : I put on my shoes and clothesRachel, James Yank; Gravel Road Woman; New York, 6 Feb. 1934; (147932) Vo02649 OJL21
When daddy gets his razor : babies in the cradle moanHill, Bertha Chippie; Kid Man Blues; Chicago, 9 Nov. 1925; (9457A) OK8273 Bio BLPC6
I will work rob and steal for her : baby in the frosty snowCole, Kid; Hard Hearted Mama Blues; Chicago, c. June 1928; (C19971) Vo1187 Rt RL313
From now on you'll be making whoopee : baby in your lonesome graveHill, King Solomon; Whoopee Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Jan. 1932; (L12521) Pm13116 Rt RL335
From now on you'll be making whoopee : baby in your lonesome graveHill, King Solomon; Whoopee Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Jan. 1932; (L12522) Pm13116 Yz L1026
Well pickle daddy's bones : baby in alcohol Hull, Papa Harvey; France Blues; Chicago, c. 8 Apr. 1927; (12690) Ge6106 OJL2
I loved my baby in the morning : Lord loved her late at nightJefferson, Blind Lemon; Empty House Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1929; (212001) Pm12946 Rt RL335
I'm going to find a rider : baby in the world somewherePatton, Charley; Pony Blues; Richmond, Ind., 14 June 1929; (15216) Pm12792 Yz L1020
I say eagle's on a half Lord : baby In God We TrustWiley, Geeshie (Elvie Thomas); Eagles on a Half; Grafton, Wis., c. Mar. 1931; (L8261) Pm13074 Yz L1001
I'm going to find my woman : baby in this world somewhereWilliams, Joe; My Grey Pony; Chicago, 25 Feb. 1935; (85491 ) BBB5948 RBF RF14
Now baby but I'll see you : baby in the spring Williamson, Sonny Boy; Shady Grove Blues; Chicago, 2 July 1941; (064492 ) BBB8914 BC20
I used to be a lover : baby in my younger days Woods, Hosea (Gus Cannon); The Rooster's Crowing Blues; Memphis, 3 Oct. 1929; (56340 ) ViV38593 Her H205
Oh Red : baby's in jail McCoy, Joe; Oh Red; Chicago, 18 Apr. 1936; (90691A) De7182 AH77
Soon as we make a few more lurches : I will be right back in New York townArnold, Kokomo; Big Ship Blues; Chicago, 30 Mar. 1937; (91167A) De7361 Say SDR163
And the sisters back in the amen corner : their southern boundChatman, Bo; Who's Been Here; San Antonio, 22 Oct. 1938; (0278731) BBB7927 Yz L1014
I went away last summer : got back in the fall Collins, Sam; Riverside Blues; Richmond, Ind., c. 23 Apr. 1927; (12740) Ge6167 OJL10
She give me so much trouble : I had to move back in the woodsDavis, Walter; Moonlight Is My Spread; Chicago, 31 Oct. 1935; (962341) BBB6167 RCA INT1085
Now I once have been a lover : baby back in my young daysEstes, Sleepy John; Down South Blues; Chicago, 9 July 1935; (90094A) Ch50001 Sw S1219
Now I remember back in time : before we got grown Estes, Sleepy John; Time Is Drawing Near; Chicago, 4 June 1940; (93005A) De7789 Sw S1220;
Before they put you : back in the can Gillum, Bill Jazz; It Looks Bad for You; Chicago, 4 July 1941; (064741 ) BBB8816 RCA INT1177
But you had to face sorrow : when Bob gets back in townHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Atlanta Moan; Atlanta, 5 Dec. 1930; (1510542) Co14591D Yz L1026
Now run here mama : stay back in my home Jackson, Papa Charlie; Shave Em Dry; Chicago, c. Feb. 1925; (10042?) Pm12264 Yz L1029
And the sisters was back in the amen corner : hollering that's my manJackson, Papa Charlie; I'm Alabama Bound; Chicago, c. May 1925; (21442) Pm12289 Yz L1029
I stepped back in my kitchen : and they springing up in my back yardJefferson, Blind Lemon; Mosquito Moan; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15666) Pm12899 Mil MLP2013
You'll get back in time : to see me unlock my doorJones, Maggie; I'm a Back Bitin' Mama; New York, 17 Sept. 1925; (1409514) Co14127D VJM VLP25
If you put your dirty black hands on me : I'm going to put you back in jailJordan, Charley; Don't Put Your Dirty Hands on Me; New York, 10 Apr. 1936; (189831) ARC60661 Rt RL310
Now back in eighteen hundred : and sixtytwo Leecan, Bobby; Macon Georgia CutOut; New York, c. June 1927; ( ) Pat7533 His HLP17
I'm going to sing these blues : till I get back in territor'McClennan, Tommy; I'm a Guitar King; Chicago, 15 Sept. 1941; (064890 ) BBB8957 RBF RF1
You know if you didn't want me : why didn't you leave me back in townReed, Willie; Texas Blues; Dallas, 8 Dec. 1928; (1476011) Co14407D Yz L1010
If I don't get me no good brown : I ain't coming back in this town at allRichardson, Mooch; T and T Blues; Memphis, 13 Feb. 1928; (400213B) OK8554 Mam S3803
I leave prowling just at dawn : and get back in the morning just a while before daySmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Hungry Wolf; Chicago, c. Apr. 1931; (VO165A) Vo1655 Yz L1031
And I'll take my home : back in shiny town Stokes, Frank; Shiney Town Blues; Memphis, 25 Sept. 1929; (555911) ViV38589 RBF RF202
She just left me worried : telling me she won't come back in my house no moreTownsend, Henry; Sick with the Blues; possibly Chicago, 1933; ( ) record unknown Yz L1030
I may be back in June baby : may be back in first of MayWeaver, Curley; Oh Lawdy Mama; Chicago, 23 Apr. 1935; (C9940A) Ch50077 Rt RL326
I may be back in June baby : may be back in first of MayWeaver, Curley; Oh Lawdy Mama; Chicago, 23 Apr. 1935; (C9940A) Ch50077 Rt RL326
He said tell my [friends, brothers] back in Cincy : although I know she will feel blueWelsh, Nolan; Dying Pickpocket Blues; Chicago, c. Jan. 1929; (210983) Pm12759 Yz L1028
Lord if I come out and see my shadow : John I believe I'll go back inWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Ground Hog Blues; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1941; (070143 ) BBB9031 BC3
Says if you don't feed me baby : I believe I'll go back in the groundWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Ground Hog Blues; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1941; (070143 ) BBB9031 BC3
Back in Black Mountain : a child will smack your faceSmith, Bessie; Black Mountain Blues; New York, 22 July 1930; (1506582) Co14554D Co CL856
Oh mosquitoes so bad in this man's town : keep me away from my whiskey stillJefferson, Blind Lemon; Mosquito Moan; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15666) Pm12899 Mil MLP2013
Ain't a baker in town : can bake a sweet jellyroll like mineBell, Ed; Ham Bone Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (48173) Pm12524 OJL14
Honey won't you allow me aone more chance : I take you to the ball in FranceThomas, Henry; Honey, Won't You Allow Me One More Chance; Chicago, 7 Oct. 1927; (C1220) Vo1141 OJL3
If you be in a gym : and want to reduce Bell, Anna; Shake It, Black Bottom; Long Island City, c. Sept. 1928; (175 ) QRSR7009 His HLP21
Lord the post office must be on fire : and the mailman must undoubtedly be in jailBig Bill (Broonzy); Big Bill Blues; Richmond, Ind., 9 Feb. 1932; (18385) Ch16400 Yz L1035
I would rather be in Naptown : than any place I knowCarr, Leroy; Naptown Blues; Chicago, 17 June 1929; (C3267 ) Vo1400 Yz L1036
She should be in a chaingang : breaking up rocks Chatman, Peter (Memphis Slim); Jasper's Gal; Chicago, 1 Apr. 1941; (0594991) BBB8749 RCA730.581
I'd rather be in the *cripty* river : floating like a logDavis, Madlyn; Too Black Bad; Chicago, c. Oct. 1928; (20909?) Pm12703 Yz L1039
They was standing seemed to be in mourning : with their heads all hanging downDavis, Walter; The Only Woman; Chicago, 21 Mar. 1941; (0539751) BBB8773 RCA INT1085
But when it comes to loving me : that will be in a dreamHart, Hattie; I Let My Daddy Do That; New York, 13 Sept. 1934; (15899 ) Vo02855 Mam S3803
Ain't nobody wants me : they wouldn't be in my shoesHowell, Peg Leg; Low Down Rounder Blues; Atlanta, 20 Apr. 1928; (1461611) Co14320D RBF RF1
If I can't find her in West Selma : she must be in East Monroe I knowJohnson, Robert; I Believe I'll Dust My Broom; San Antonio, 23 Nov. 1936; (SA25811) ARC70481 Co C30034;
If I can't find her on Philippines Island : she must be in Ethiopia somewhereJohnson, Robert; I Believe I'll Dust My Broom; San Antonio, 23 Nov. 1936; (SA25811) ARC70481 Co C30034;
I wouldn't be in here : treated this away Lewis, Furry; Why Don't You Come Home Blues; probably New York, c. late Oct. 1927; ( ) Vo1134 Rt RL333
But some day : I'll be in the clay McCoy, Joe; Someday I'll Be in the Clay; Chicago, 13 Aug. 1932; (C9290) De7008 Rt RL329
Some of you womens : ought to be in the can Memphis Minnie; New Dirty Dozens; Chicago, 1 July 1930; (C5894 ) Vo1618 BC13
But I'd rather be in Memphis : reading by a candle lightRainey, Ma Gertrude; Bessemer Bound Blues; New York, Jan. 1926; (23732) Pm12374 Mil MLP2001
If that granddaddy crawls : boy you sure be in my shape some old dayShort, Jaydee; Grand Daddy Blues; New York, 14 Mar. 1932; (11479A) Vo1708 Yz L1018
All I want is your picture : it must be in a frameSmith, Bessie; Sobbin' Hearted Blues; New York, 14 Jan. 1925; (1402492) Co14056D Co CL855
I'd rather be in Third Alley : without a dime Smith, Ivy; Third Alley Blues; Chicago, c. Jan. 1927; (40941) Pm12447 His HLP2
Than to be in Chicago : simply wasting my time Smith, Ivy; Third Alley Blues; Chicago, c. Jan. 1927; (40941) Pm12447 His HLP2
Lord I'd rather be in the woods mama : Lord in a lion's denSykes, Roosevelt; Skeet and Garret; Chicago, 16 Nov. 1929; (403312A) OK8749 Yz L1033
That's when you'll call for poor Walter : but he won't be in your homeVincson, Walter; Overtime Blues; Memphis, c. 22 Sept. 1929; (M178) Br7141 Yz L1007
Ain't no use : for you women to always be in a rutWallace, Minnie; The Old Folks Started It; Memphis, 23 Sept. 1929; (555722) ViV38547 OJL21
Ah she nearly caused poor me : ooo well well to be in my graveWheatstraw, Peetie; False Hearted Woman; Chicago, 26 Oct. 1936; (90963A) De7243 Say SDR192
He has caused amany men : to be in some distant landWhite, Washington; District Attorney Blues; Chicago, 8 Mar. 1940; (WC2988A) OK05683 Co C30036
Here's another little thing baby : want you to bear in mindChatman, Bo; Arrangement for MeBlues; Atlanta, 12 Feb. 1940; (0476471) BBB8397 Yz L1014
Because in your kitchen baby : it's where the good stuff can be foundCarr, Leroy; Bread Baker; New York, 17 Dec. 1934; (164321) Vo03296 Yz L1036
I got a bed in my bedroom : a pallet on my floor Bogan, Lucille; Alley Boogie; Chicago, late Mar. 1930; (C5563A) Br7210 Rt RL317
She's got a bed in her bedroom : it shines like a morning starCarr, Leroy; Bread Baker; New York, 17 Dec. 1934; (164321) Vo03296 Yz L1036
Just let you know they want some other man now : go in the bed in the place of youChatman, Bo; Bo Carter's Advice; New Orleans, 15 Oct. 1936; (026161) BBB7073 Yz L1014
I got the bedroom blues : because there's a bedroom in my homeWallace, Sippie; Bedroom Blues; Chicago, 20 Nov. 1926; (9930A) OK8439 Sw S1240
*How* I been in your doorway : strutting my stuff Baker, Willie; Mama, Don't Rush Me Blues; Memphis, c. 25 Sept. 1929; (14666) Ge6766 His HLP22
I've been in pretty mama : and I won't be back no moreBird, John (Mae Glover); Gas Man Blues; Richmond, Ind., 29 July 1929; (15396A) Ge7040 Yz L1009
Because I been in trouble : ever since I set my suitcase downBracey, Ishman; Leavin' Town Blues; Memphis, 31 Aug. 1928; (45458?) ViV38560(?) Rt RL330
You start in mooching : but your mooching been in vainHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); We Sure Got Hard Times Now; Atlanta, 18 Apr. 1930; (1502731) Co14558D CC36
I been in New York this morning : just about half past nineHurt, Mississippi John; Avalon Blues; New York, 21 Dec. 1928; (401473B) OK8759 Bio BLPC4
I been in this haunted house : for three long years todayJohnson, Lonnie; Blue Ghost Blues; New York, 31 Mar. 1938; (63523A) De7537 AH158
Lots of people had justice : and been in penitentiary tooLewis, Furry; Judge Harsh Blues; Memphis, 28 Aug. 1928; (454332) ViV38506 Yz L1008
Bedbug had been in my pocket : and pulled out all my doughLewis, Furry; Creeper's Blues; Memphis, 22 Sept. 1929; (M186 ) Vo1547 Yz L1008
I been in trouble : ever since here I been Lewis, Noah (Gus Cannon); Bad Luck's My Buddy; Memphis, 26 Nov. 1930; (64739 ) Vi23266 Rt RL307
If I hadn't been in my whiskey too : it's liable to cause our fussing and fightMcClennan, Tommy; You Can't Read My Mind; Chicago, 15 Sept. 1941; (064887 ) BBB8897 Rt RL305
I been in so much of trouble : that's why I'm got to goMemphis Minnie; Moonshine; Chicago, 12 Nov. 1936; (C16701) Vo03894 BC1
I been in trouble some place : gal ever since I been your manStokes, Frank; Bedtime Blues; Memphis, 1 Feb. 1928; (418251) Vi21272 Rt RL308
You know if you ever been in love : what I'm say ain't nothing strange to youSykes, Roosevelt; Hard Luck Man Blues; Louisville, 9 June 1931; (69404 ) Vi23320 Yz L1033
I've been in this jailhouse : for one solid year Texas Tommy; Jail Break Blues; Dallas, c. 25 Oct. 1928; (DAL689A) Br7044 Rt RL312
But I been in Chicago one week : because I like these Chicago waysThomas, Ramblin' (Willard Thomas); Ramblin' Man; Chicago, c. Nov. 1928; (210194) Pm12722 Bio BLP12004
Now babe I've been in trouble : fortyfour nights and daysTownsend, Henry; Henry's Worried Blues; Chicago, 15 Nov. 1929; (403300A) Co14529D Yz L1030
Ever been in the country : rattle around the woodsunknown artist (Birmingham Jug Band); The Wild Cat Squawl; Atlanta, 11 Dec. 1930; (404680A) OK8908 BC2
I ain't been in Georgia babe : I been told White, Washington; Shake 'Em On Down; Chicago, 2 Sept. 1937; (C19971) Vo03711 Co C30036
Now peach orchard mama since you been in trouble : you wish to God that I would dieWilliams, Joe; Peach Orchard Mama; Aurora, Ill., 17 June 1938; (0208551) BBB7770 RCA INT1175
*I said being in Alabama : meanest place I know Butler, Sam; Jefferson County Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; ( ) Vo1057 Yz L1016
I don't mind being in jail : but I got to stay there so long so longSmith, Bessie; JailHouse Blues; New York, 21 Sept. 1923; (812262) CoA4001 Co CL855
And I don't believe in two things : will carry me to my graveCarr, Leroy; Hustler's Blues; New York, 14 Dec. 1934; (164281) Vo03034 Co C30496
Now I ain't superstitious : don't believe in not a sign I knowMiles, Lizzie; Shootin' Star Blues; New York, 4 Jan. 1928; (77082) Ba7025 VJM VLP40
Hey hey : death bells in my ear Dickson, Tom; Death Bell Blues; Memphis, 27 Feb. 1928; (400355B) OK8590 Yz L1002
Now I got me another woman : best in the neighborhoodBracey, Ishman; Pay Me No Mind; Grafton, Wis., c. Mar. 1930; (L2422) Pm13038 Yz L1007
She do that scraunch : she's the best in town Hicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Doin' the Scraunch; Atlanta, 5 Dec. 1930; (1510562) Co14591D CC36
He ain't the best in the world : but he's a running son of a gunHouse, Son; My Black MamaPart 1; Grafton, Wis., 28 May 1930; (L4082) Pm13042 OJL2
Preacher in the pulpit : Bible in his hand Brown, Hi Henry; Preacher Blues; New York, 14 Mar. 1932; (11477A) Vo1728 Yz L1030
There's a preacher in the pulpit : Bible in his handJackson, Papa Charlie; I'm Alabama Bound; Chicago, c. May 1925; (21442) Pm12289 Yz L1029
No matter where I go : well they sticks their bills in meJefferson, Blind Lemon; Mosquito Moan; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15666) Pm12899 Mil MLP2013
I wonder if the chinches bite in Beaumont : bite like they do in Beale Street townJefferson, Blind Lemon; Chinch Bug Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1927; (200641) Pm12551 Bio BLP12015
Pistol in my pocket : blackjack in my hand Fuller, Blind Boy; Rag, Mama, Rag; New York, 25 July 1935; (178632) ARC351032 BC6
She used to love me : till old fatmouth blew in townJackson, Papa Charlie; Fat Mouth Blues; Chicago, c. Jan. 1927; (27693) Pm12422 Yz L1029
Uncle Sam better decide : and gotten blood in his eyeEdwards, Frank; We Got to Get Together; Chicago, 28 May 1941; (C38121) OK06393 BC6
With blood in my eye : and malice in my heart Smith, J. T. Funny Paper; Hungry Wolf; Chicago, c. Apr. 1931; (VO165A) Vo1655 Yz L1031
Hey hey baby : I got blood in my eye for you Vincson, Walter (Mississippi Sheiks); I've Got Blood in My Eyes for You; Atlanta, 25 Oct. 1931; (4050231) Co14660D Mam S3804
I've got blood in my eyes for you baby : I don't care what in this world you doVincson, Walter (Mississippi Sheiks); I've Got Blood in My Eyes for You; Atlanta, 25 Oct. 1931; (4050231) Co14660D Mam S3804
Oh when the river runs : flowers are blooming in MaySpivey, Victoria; How Do You Do It That Way; New York, 10 July 1929; (402526A) OK8713 Spi LP2001
I'm a stranger here : I just blowed in your town Baker, Willie; No No Blues; Richmond, Ind., 9 Jan. 1929; (14667) Ge6766 BC5
But he blowed in all his money : buying sweet jellyrollCovington, Blind Bogus Ben; BoodleDeBum Bum; Chicago, c. 9 Oct. 1928; (C4631 ) Br7121 Rt RL325
Lord I'm a stranger [to you, in here] brownskin : mama I just blowed in your townHawkins, Walter Buddy Boy; Awful Fix Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200341) Pm12539 Yz L1004
I'm just a redhot papa : just blowed in your town Jackson, Papa Charlie; Hot Papa Blues; Chicago, c. Aug. 1925; (22072) Pm12305 Bio BLP12042
I'm a stranger here : just blowed in your town Pope, Jenny; Doggin' Me Around Blues; Memphis, c. 23 Sept. 1929; (M194 ) Vo1438 His HLP1
Mmm : but *I'm blowed in the wind* Sykes, Roosevelt; Single Tree Blues; Richmond, Ind., 7 Sept. 1929; (15563) Pm12827 Riv RM8819
Wind blow at night : and the wind blows in the daySykes, Roosevelt; We Can Sell that Thing; Grafton, Wis., c. Aug. 1930; (L4502) Pm13004 Riv RM8819
I got the blues in a bottle : got the rattlesnake in my handCole, Kid; Niagara Fall Blues; Chicago, c. June 1928; (C19981) Vo1187 Rt RL313
Blues in my kitchen : blues in my dining room Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Piney Woods Money Mama; Chicago, c. Mar. 1928; (204082) Pm12650 Mil MLP2004
Said the blues in my body : I said making towards my headLincoln, Charley; Hard Luck Blues; Atlanta, 4 Nov. 1927; (1451042) Co14272D His HLP4
Well the blues in my house : from the roof to the groundWeldon, Will (Casey Bill); Blues Everywhere I Go; Chicago, 2 Apr. 1936; (100323) BBB6356 Rt RL329
Well well the blues in my room : I don't know right from wrongWeldon, Will (Casey Bill); Blues Everywhere I Go; Chicago, 2 Apr. 1936; (100323) BBB6356 Rt RL329
Because the blues in my kitchen : my biscuitroller's goneWeldon, Will (Casey Bill); Blues Everywhere I Go; Chicago, 2 Apr. 1936; (100323) BBB6356 Rt RL329
Well well the blues in my mailbox : because I can't get no mailWeldon, Will (Casey Bill); Blues Everywhere I Go; Chicago, 2 Apr. 1936; (100323) BBB6356 Rt RL329
And the blues in my bread box : because my bread is done gone staleWeldon, Will (Casey Bill); Blues Everywhere I Go; Chicago, 2 Apr. 1936; (100323) BBB6356 Rt RL329
Well well so I've blues in my meal barrel : and the blues on my shelfWeldon, Will (Casey Bill); Blues Everywhere I Go; Chicago, 2 Apr. 1936; (100323) BBB6356 Rt RL329
And the blues in my bed : because I'm sleeping by myselfWeldon, Will (Casey Bill); Blues Everywhere I Go; Chicago, 2 Apr. 1936; (100323) BBB6356 Rt RL329
Lord I have the blues in the morning : blues is the first thing when I lay down at nightWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Skinny Woman; Aurora, Ill., 5 May 1937; (07654 ) BBB7012 BC20
Blues in my kitchen : blues in my dining room Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Piney Woods Money Mama; Chicago, c. Mar. 1928; (204082) Pm12650 Mil MLP2004
Well now I said if you won't bury me : they'll throw my body in the deep blue seaWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Insurance Man Blues; Aurora, Ill., 17 Dec. 1938; (0308561) BBB8034 RCA INT1088
I was raised on the desert : born in a lion's den Alexander, Texas; Water Bound Blues; San Antonio, 15 June 1929; (402642A) OK8785 Rt RL327
I was born in Texas : I raised in Tennessee Blind Percy; Fourteenth Street Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1927; (201802) Pm12584 Rt RL327
Because I was born in the country : she thinks I'm easy to ruleBrown, Richard Rabbit; James Alley Blues; New Orleans, 11 Mar. 1927; (380001) Vi20578 Yz L1032
I was born in Texas : raised in Tennessee Daddy Stovepipe; Stove Pipe Blues; Richmond, Ind., 10 Mar. 1924; (11862A) Ge5459 Rt RL325
I was born in Georgia : but I hangs around TennesseeGlaze, Ruby (Blind Willie McTell); Lonesome Day Blues; Atlanta, 22 Feb. 1932; (716041) Vi23353 RCA LPV518
She was born in Kentucky : raised in Tennessee Jaxon, Frankie Half Pint; She Can Love So Good; Chicago, c. mid Aug. 1930; (C6079A) Vo1540 Mel MLP7324
I was born in the state : of old Arkansas Johnson, T. C.; J. C. Johnson's Blues; Memphis, 16 Feb. 1928; (400250B) OK8838 Rt RL316
I was born in the desert : I was raised in the lion's denLewis, Noah (Gus Cannon); New Minglewood Blues; Memphis, 26 Nov. 1930; (647372) Vi23266 OJL4
I's born in Louisiana : I raised in Algiers Memphis Minnie; Nothin in Rambling; Chicago, 27 June 1940; (WC3167A) OK05670 BC1
I was born in Texas : but I didn't stay Smith, Clara; Texas Moaner Blues; New York, 19 Aug. 1924; (819321) Co14034D VJM VLP17
I was born in the country : but daddy I was raised in townWhite, Georgia; Pigmeat Blues; Chicago, 12 May 1936; (90722A) De7209 AH158
Now then I believe that you must have been born in ??? : because you got changing ways with Williamson, Sonny Boy; Number Five Blues; Aurora, Ill., 17 Dec. 1938; (0308481R) BBB8010 RCA INT1088
She keeps me worried : and bothered in the mind Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Rambler Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200402) Pm12541 Bio BLP12015
Lord I get drunk every morning : with a whiskey bottle in my handMcPhail, Black Bottom; Whiskey Man Blues; New York, 17 Mar. 1932; (11514A) Vo1721 Yz L1019
You got me all bound in chains : because I killed that woman's sonRainey, Ma Gertrude; Cell Bound Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1924; (100012) Pm12257 Mil MLP2001
I'm down in prison : all bound in chains Rainey, Ma Gertrude; Cell Bound Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1924; (100012) Pm12257 Mil MLP2001
Poor boy's in the streets : can't be satisfied Butler, Sam; Poor Boy Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; ( ) Vo1057 Yz L1016
Some is crying with a sack of gold under each arm : and a loaf of bread in each handJohnson, Lonnie; Hard Time Ain't Gone No Where; Chicago, 8 Nov. 1937; (91340A) De7388 Sw S1225
And she can break in on a dollar : man most anywhere she goesJefferson, Blind Lemon; Change My Luck Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203872) Pm12639 Mil MLP2007
My head and neck was paining me : seem like my back going to break in twoMemphis Minnie; Meningitis Blues; Memphis, 26 May 1930; (59994 ) Vi23421 Rt RL337
My head and neck was paining me : seem like my back going to break in twoMemphis Minnie; Memphis MinnieJitis Blues; Chicago, c. early June 1930; (C5822 ) Vo1588 BC13
Break in on a dollar : most anywhere she goes Johnson, Robert; Walkin' Blues; San Antonio, 27 Nov. 1936; (SA26301) Vo03601 Co CL1654
Well you can bring a lot of wood: you can bring in my clothesJackson, Papa Charlie; Airy Man Blues; Chicago, c. Aug. 1924; (18512) Pm12219 Yz L1029
Going to stop working : if I bring in this well for youJefferson, Blind Lemon; Oil Well Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1929; (211971) Pm12771 Riv RLP12125
Now if you can find the wild woman : boy by broadcasting in the airShade, Will; State of Tennessee; Atlanta, 19 Oct. 1927; (403132) Vi21185 Rt RL322
Yonder she goes : with a broom in her hand Baker, Willie; Rag Baby; Richmond, Ind., 11 Mar. 1929; (14895B) Ge6846 Her H201
I want Eddie Duncan : listen to be my brotherinlawJones, Little Hat; Cherry Street Blues; San Antonio, 14 June 1930; (404300A) OK8829 Yz L1032
I had a brown in my town : sweet as any gal could beDorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); Levee Bound Blues; Richmond, Ind., 5 Feb. 1930; (16224) Ch16682 Riv RM8803
I got a brown in New York : what I am afraid Graves, Blind Roosevelt; New York Blues; Richmond, Ind., 20 Sept. 1929; (15640A) Pm12820 His HLP15
I got a girl in Texas : I got a brown in TennesseeJefferson, Blind Lemon; Rambler Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200402) Pm12541 Bio BLP12015
Lord but that brown in Chicago : have put that jinx bug on meJefferson, Blind Lemon; Rambler Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200402) Pm12541 Bio BLP12015
I got a brown in the bottom : one up on the hill Yates, Blind Richard; I'm Gonna Moan My Blues Away; New York, c. 9 Apr. 1927; (GEX577A) Ge6104 His HLP1
Leave you bull in a pasture : where there ain't no grassBig Bill (Broonzy); Bull Cow Blues; New York, 29 Mar. 1932; (116102) Ba32653 Yz L1035
Bullfrogs in the bread pan: *bacon and eggs ??? they go*Pope, Jenny; Bull Frog Blues; Memphis, c. Feb. 1930; (MEM757A) Vo1522 His HLP15
Oh my bull's in the pasture babe : Lord where there's no grassPatton, Charley; Jersey Bull Blues; New York, 30 Jan. 1934; (14723 ) Vo02782 Mam S3802
I'd rather see you dead : buried in some cypress groveAkers, Garfield; Cottonfield BluesPart 1; Memphis, c. 23 Sept. 1929; (M201 ) Vo1442 OJL2
I'd just soon have my body : baby buried in the seaBlackwell, Francis Scrapper; Trouble BluesPart 1; Chicago, c. 17 Aug. 1928; (C2229 ) Vo1213 Yz L1019
I'd just soon : have my body baby buried in the seaBlackwell, Francis Scrapper; Trouble BluesPart 2; Chicago, c. 17 Aug. 1928; (C2230 ) Vo1213 Yz L1019
I'd rather be dead : buried in the sea Cox, Ida; Ida Cox's Lawdy, Lawdy Blues; Chicago, July 1923; (1488?) Pm12064 BYG529073
Just like hunting for a needle : buried in a bed of sandJackson, Papa Charlie; Coffee Pot Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1925; (10043?) Pm12264 Yz L1029
I'd rather be dead baby : buried in the deep blue seaJordan, Charley; Got Your Water On; New York, 10 Apr. 1936; (189822) ARC60661 Rt RL310
Sure to be buried in the river mama : than to be buried in a hollow logStone, Joe; Back Door Blues; Chicago, 2 Aug. 1933; (76838 ) BBB5169 Yz L1030
Sure to be buried in the river mama : than to be buried in a hollow logStone, Joe; Back Door Blues; Chicago, 2 Aug. 1933; (76838 ) BBB5169 Yz L1030
You better draw : your business in Chatman, Bo; The Law Gonna Step on You; New York, 5 June 1931; (404935A) OK unissued Yz L1034
And my friend sent me word : had no business in the county jailFuller, Blind Boy; Big House Bound; possibly Columbia, S.C., 29 Oct. 1938; (SC251) Vo04897 BC11
Now the butcher's in the market : they begin to poutShade, Will; She Done Sold It Out; Chicago, 7 Nov. 1934; (C8001) OK8963 RBF RF6
Now then I want her to be looking good : Lord when I drop by in her townWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Christmas Morning Blues; Aurora, Ill., 17 Dec. 1938; (0308491) BBB8094 RCA INT1088
Mama I had so much chicken : mama cackles in my sleepDaddy Stovepipe; Sundown Blues; Richmond, Ind., 10 Mar. 1924; (11861A) Ge5459 Rt RL325
I've got to call in my tricks : in the rough rough roughBogan, Lucille; Tricks Ain't Working No More; Chicago, c. mid Dec. 1930; (C6848A) Br7186 His HLP15
Now I came in all in that Main West : and I putted down at Chicago HeightsEstes, Sleepy John; Hobo Jungle Blues; New York, 3 Aug. 1935; (62481A) De7354 Sw S1219
Now when I came in your town babe : I didn't come here to stay longFox, John D.; The Moanin' Blues; Richmond, Ind., 15 Dec. 1927; (GEX1019A) Ge6352 Rt RL334
I went out last night : came in late McCoy, Joe; Preachers Blues; Chicago, c. 31 Jan. 1931; (C7247 ) Vo1643 BC13
Old Bill came in : about half past ten Macon, Ed; Wringing that Thing; Atlanta, 12 Mar. 1929; (402289A) OK8676 Mel MLP7324
It came in my windows and doors : now all my bacon goneWalker, Aaron TBone; Trinity River Blues; Dallas, 5 Dec. 1929; (1495481) Co14506D Rt RL327
Trinity River rising : it came in my windows and doorsWalker, Aaron TBone; Trinity River Blues; Dallas, 5 Dec. 1929; (1495481) Co14506D Rt RL327
Two minutes later : preacher came in Wilson, Kid Wesley (Leola B. Wilson); The Gin Done Done It; New York, 5 Sept. 1929; (148977?) Co14463D His HLP5
Dixieland was a camp in Georgia : you can't stay there very longJames, Jesse; Sweet Patuni; Chicago, 3 June 1936; (90760 ) De unissued Yz L1028
He puts candy in my hand : and he calls me his candy dollWaters, Ethel; Ethel Sings 'Em; New York, c. June 1923; (B) BS14154 Bio BLP12022
She said the *headknots* at home : daddy and you can't inJackson, Papa Charlie; Coffee Pot Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1925; (10043?) Pm12264 Yz L1029
She put carbolic in my coffee : turpentine in my teaLewis, Furry; Big Chief Blues; probably New York, c. late Oct. 1927; ( ) Vo1133 Yz L1002
I am the black ace : I'm the boss card in your handTurner, Buck; Black Ace; Chicago, 15 Feb. 1937; (61790A) De7281 Yz L1026
Said be careful in your traveling son : you got to reap just what you sowThomas, Ramblin' (Willard Thomas); So Lonesome; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203342) Pm12637 Yz L1026
I dreamt last night : the world was caving in Lewis, Furry; Why Don't You Come Home Blues; probably New York, c. late Oct. 1927; ( ) Vo1134 Rt RL333
Now change in the ocean : change in the deep blue seaEstes, Sleepy John; Everybody Oughta Make a Change; New York, 22 Apr. 1938; (63647A) De7571 RBF RF8
Now change in the ocean : change in the deep blue seaEstes, Sleepy John; Everybody Oughta Make a Change; New York, 22 Apr. 1938; (63647A) De7571 RBF RF8
Take me back baby : you'll find some change in me Estes, Sleepy John; Everybody Oughta Make a Change; New York, 22 Apr. 1938; (63647A) De7571 RBF RF8
Why there's a change in the weather : there's a change in the seaWaters, Ethel; There'll Be Some Changes Made; New York, c. Aug. 1921; (P1471) BS2021 Bio BLP12022
Why there's a change in the weather : there's a change in the seaWaters, Ethel; There'll Be Some Changes Made; New York, c. Aug. 1921; (P1471) BS2021 Bio BLP12022
But from now on : there'll be a change in me Waters, Ethel; There'll Be Some Changes Made; New York, c. Aug. 1921; (P1471) BS2021 Bio BLP12022
Hop on boys : I got the best chauffeur in town Memphis Minnie; Garage Fire Blues; Chicago, 9 Sept. 1930; (C6083 ) Vo1601 Rt RL307
I mean my man and my best friend : won't cheat in West End anymoreHenderson, Katherine; West End Blues; Long Island City, c. Sept. 1928; (235A) QRSR7024 His HLP21
*Must have made it good* : chicken in a pot Bunn, Teddy; It's Sweet Like So; New York, 7 Apr. 1930; (597391) ViV38592 His HLP5
Asked my sugar for fifty cents : said Leadbelly ain't a child in the yardLedbetter, Huddie; New Black Snake Moan; New York, 23 Jan. 1935; (166912) Ba33360 Co C30035
And I asked my baby for fifty cents : she said honey ain't a child in the yardWashington, Louis; Black Snake Blues; New York, 24 Jan. 1934; (146761) Ba33058 Rt RL313
Children's in the pulpit : mama trying to learn the PsalmsJordan, Luke; Church Bells Blues; Charlotte, N.C., 16 Aug. 1927; (398191) Vi unissued RCA INT1175
Children's in the pulpit : mama trying to learn the PsalmsJordan, Luke; Church Bells Blues; Charlotte, N.C., 16 Aug. 1927; (398192) Vi21076 RBF RF9
And every chump in town : ooo well well seems to fall out on meWheatstraw, Peetie; Coon Can Shorty; New York, 18 Feb. 1936; (60512A) De7159 Say SDR192
And every chump in town : ooo well well they ain't going to be no goodWheatstraw, Peetie; Coon Can Shorty; New York, 18 Feb. 1936; (60512A) De7159 Say SDR192
Yeah she start drinking moonshine : and running with the lowest class in townWashboard Sam; Low Down Woman; Aurora, Ill., 4 May 1937; (07618 ) BBB7048 BC10
Don't leave me *don't you* babe : all my clothes in pawnCarter, Spider; Don't Leave Me Blues; Chicago, c. 8 Nov. 1930; (C6165 ) Br7188 Rt RL340
I didn't have a nickel : and all my clothes in pawnChatman, Peter (Memphis Slim); Empty Room Blues; Chicago, 30 Oct. 1940; (0535931) BBB8615 RCA730.581
You laughed and laughed : until you put my clothes in a pileGillum, Bill Jazz; You're Laughing Now; Aurora, Ill., 16 June 1938; (020822 ) BBB7769 RCA INT1177
I'll wash you clothes in the morning : bake jellyroll at nightGlover, Mae; I Ain't Giving Nobody None; Richmond, Ind., 29 July 1929; (15395A) Ge6948 Her H201
Now my baby's gone : left my clothes in the tub McCoy, Joe; My Wash Woman's Gone; Chicago, c. Feb. 1931; (VO110A) Vo1668 Yz L1026
I done pawned my pistol : mama and my best clothes in soakMcTell, Blind Willie; Broke Down Engine Blues; Atlanta, 23 Oct. 1931; (1519051) Co14632D Yz L1005
I done pawned my thirtytwo special : good gal and my clothes in soakMcTell, Blind Willie; Broke Down Engine; New York, 18 Sept. 1933; (140362) Vo02577 RBF RF15
Now I'm leaving you [baby] : with my clothes in my handMartin, Carl; Farewell to You Baby; Chicago, 8 Jan. 1935; (C8771) OK8961 Yz L1016
I'm leaving this morning : with my clothes in my handRainey, Ma Gertrude; Lost Wandering Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1924; (16982) Pm12098 BYG529.078
Packed my clothes in a ??? : and walked the streets all nightRainey, Ma Gertrude; Dream Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1924; (16991) Pm12098 BYG529.078
I got my ticket : clothes in my hand Rainey, Ma Gertrude; Gone Daddy Blues; Chicago, c. Aug. 1927; (46912) Pm12526 Mil MLP2001
I had so much chicken : till I heard her clucking in my sleepReynolds, Blind Willie; Third Street Woman Blues; Memphis, 26 Nov. 1930; (647242) Vi23258 OJL11
Says I load coal in the morning : and I cut corn late at nightArnold, Kokomo; Big Leg Mama; Chicago, 11 Sept. 1935; (90314A) De7116 Say SDR163
But I will shovel coal in your engine : till your train get me thereBig Bill (Broonzy); Mr. Conductor Man; Richmond, Ind., 9 Feb. 1932; (18392) Ch16426 Yz L1035
I'm going to get me a job : keep coal in your cold kitchen rangeBlake, Blind; No Dough Blues; Chicago, c. May 1928; (205591) Pm12723 Bio BLP12031
I'll put coals in someone's shoes : to make warts when they walkMoore, Monette; Scandal Blues; New York, c. Jan. 1925; (31779) Ajax17093 VJM VLP40
I got morphine in my belly : cocaine in my head Harrison, Smoky; Hop Head Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Dec. 1929; (L791) Pm12920 Rt RL340
I can do without my coffee in the morning : but I must have my tea at nightWheatstraw, Peetie; Sugar Mama; Chicago, 18 Oct. 1938; (91529A) De7529 Say SDR192
Is you ever been lucky now : woke up cold in hand Bailey, Kid; Rowdy Blues; Memphis, c. 25 Sept. 1929; (M211) Br7114 OJL5
I give you all my money : I was cold in hand Barefoot Bill; Snigglin' Blues; Atlanta, 4 Nov. 1929; (1493532) Co14510D Yz L1006
Said I have had money : but now I'm cold in hand Big Bill (Broonzy); The Banker's Blues; Richmond, Ind., 19 Nov. 1930; (17281) Ch16327 Yz L1011
Oh did you dream lucky : and wake up cold in hand Butler, Sam; Some Screamed High Yellow; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; (26772) Pm12423 Yz L1016
Why did you go : and leave me cold in hand Carr, Leroy; You Left Me Crying; New York, 14 Dec. 1934; (164182) Vo unissued Bio BLPC9
I'm cold in hand : can't get nothing here Easton, Amos; No Woman No Nickel; Grafton, Wis., c. Oct. 1931; (L11203) Pm13109 Yz L1012
You taken my money : you left me cold in hand Gibson, Clifford; Tired of Being Mistreated Part 1; Long Island City, c. June 1929; (484A) QRSR7079 Yz L1027
You taken my money : you left me cold in hand Gibson, Clifford; I'm Tired of Being Mistreated; New York, 14 June 1929; (402459B) OK8742 Yz L1027
Now I'm leaving you : cold in hand Gillum, Bill Jazz; It Looks Bad for You; Chicago, 4 July 1941; (064741 ) BBB8816 RCA INT1177
Have you ever dreamed you were lucky : and then woke up cold in handGillum, Bill Jazz; Woke Up Cold in Hand; Chicago, 30 July 1942; (074651 ) BBB9042 RCA INT1177
Have you ever dreamed lucky : woke up cold in handHarris, William; Bull Frog Blues; Richmond, Ind., 10 Oct. 1928; (14318) Ge6661 OJL5
Says so cold in China baby : those birds can't hardly singHarrison, Smoky; Iggly Oggly Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Dec. 1929; (L801) Pm12920 Rt RL340
Did you ever dream lucky : wake up cold in hand Hicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Barbecue Blues; Atlanta, 25 Mar. 1927; (1437571) Co14205D CC36
So cold in China : this voice can't hardly sing Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Got the Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1926; (24711) Pm12354 Bio BLP12000
Said I used to have money : but said now I'm cold in handLincoln, Charley; Hard Luck Blues; Atlanta, 4 Nov. 1927; (1451042) Co14272D His HLP4
Soon as I get cold in hand : you be ready to kick me outMemphis Minnie; It's Hard to Please My Man; Chicago, 27 June 1940; (WC3170A) OK05728 BC1
So cold in China : birds can't hardly sing Mississippi Moaner (Isaiah Nettles); It's Cold in China Blues; Jackson, Miss., 20 Oct. 1935; (JAX2021) Vo03166 OJL8
Because the one I've got : have done gone cold in handSmith, Bessie; Cold In Hand Blues; New York, 14 Jan. 1925; (1402502) Co14064D Co CL855
Ever dream that you lucky : and wake up cold in handStokes, Frank; Frank Stoke's Dream; Memphis, 30 Sept. 1929; (563052) Vi23411 Yz L1008
You left me baby : because I was cold in hand Wheatstraw, Peetie; Ice and Snow Blues; Chicago, 28 Sept. 1931; (675671) BBB5626 BC4
I ain't the first man : the train left cold in handWhite, Washington; Black Train Blues; Chicago, 7 Mar. 1940; (WC2977A) Vo05588 Co C30036
They will take a woman's man : and leave her cold in handWhite, Washington; District Attorney Blues; Chicago, 8 Mar. 1940; (WC2988A) OK05683 Co C30036
He has caused so many women : to be cold in hand White, Washington; District Attorney Blues; Chicago, 8 Mar. 1940; (WC2988A) OK05683 Co C30036
Well then I give you my money : baby and you left me cold in handWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Low Down Ways; Aurora, Ill., 17 Dec. 1938; (0308531) BBB7979 RCA INT1088
Busy booting : and you can't come in Arnold, Kokomo; Busy Bootin'; Chicago, 18 Apr. 1935; (C9923A) De7139 Say SDR163
I'm a stranger here : I come in on the train Baker, Willie; No No Blues; Richmond, Ind., 9 Jan. 1929; (14667) Ge6766 BC5
Flying Crow leave Port Arthur : why they come in Shreveport to change their crewBlack Ivory King (Dave Alexander); The Flying Crow; Chicago, 15 Feb. 1937; (61795A) De7307 BC5
Same way with a rounder : come in a nice neighborhoodBlake, Blind; Hookworm Blues; Richmond, Ind., 20 July 1929; (15251A) Pm12794 Bio BLP12031
For you come in this morning : sun was shining brightBurse, Charlie; Boodie Bum Bum; Chicago, 7 Nov. 1934; (C7921) OK8956 Jo SM3104
About four this morning : blues come in my door Carr, Leroy; I Keep the Blues; New York, 15 Mar. 1932; (11497A) Vo1709 Yz L1036
Said come in here : and you shut that door Collins, Sam; New Salty Dog; New York, 8 Oct. 1931; (108371) Ba32311 OJL10
Here you come in here walking : just like a goose Davis, Walter; I Can Tell By the Way You Smell; Chicago, 28 July 1935; (914331) BBB6059 Yz L1025
Now if I can't come in mama : then I'll sit out on your porchEstes, Sleepy John; BrokenHearted, Ragged and Dirty Too; Memphis, 26 Sept. 1929; (555313) ViV38582 Rt RL307
And when I come in twelve o'clock : ??? shake it up rightEvans, Joe; Shook It This Morning Blues; New York, 21 May 1931; (106652) Or8083 Yz L1015
If your husband should knock : tell him you're cooking and he can't come inGibson, Clifford; Keep Your Windows Pinned; New York, 10 Dec. 1929; (57757) ViV38612 Yz L1006
Say you come in here mama : with your clothes on wrongHenry, Hound Head; Low Down Hound Blues; Chicago, 17 Oct. 1928; (C2451 ) Vo1288 His HLP2
When you come in : your rider she's out and gone Howell, Peg Leg; Tishamingo Blues; Atlanta, 8 Nov. 1926; (1431171) Co14194D RBF RF9
Say when she come in : she got a rag tied around her headHowell, Peg Leg; Tishamingo Blues; Atlanta, 8 Nov. 1926; (1431171) Co14194D RBF RF9
Says I have a papa home : and you can't come in Jackson, Papa Charlie; Salty Dog Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1924; (1893?) Pm12236 Yz L1029
Now come in here baby : and sit down in my lap James, Jesse; Sweet Patuni; Chicago, 3 June 1936; (90760 ) De unissued Yz L1028
I'm a stranger here : just come in on the train Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Stocking Feet Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; (30661) Pm12407 Mil MLP2013
Backwater rising : come in my windows and doors Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Rising High Water Blues; Chicago, c. May 1927; (44915) Pm12487 Mil MLP2007
That old doorbell kept ringing : I wouldn't leave nobody come inJefferson, Blind Lemon; Happy New Year Blues; Chicago, c. Aug. 1928; (208192) Pm12692 Bio BLP12000
And if you ever come in San Antone : you going to find my sweet woman thereJones, Little Hat; New Two Sixteen Blues; San Antonio, 15 June 1929; (402647A) OK8712 His HLP32
People here she come in the evening : honey hundred in her handJones, Little Hat; Two String Blues; San Antonio, 15 June 1929; (402648A) OK8712 His HLP32
Just as sure as the train come in San Antone : then ease up in the yardJones, Little Hat; Cherry Street Blues; San Antonio, 14 June 1930; (404300A) OK8829 Yz L1032
If you don't believe it's pigmeat : come in and you won't regretLedbetter, Huddie; Pig Meat Papa; New York, 23 Mar. 1935; (171812) ARC60455 His HLP4
She says come in loving daddy : where have you done been so longLofton, Cripple Clarence; Streamline Train; probably Chicago, c. 1936 1938; ( ) private record Yz L1025
Some hotshot got money : come in and go my bail McTell, Blind Willie; Southern Can Is Mine; Atlanta, 23 Oct. 1931; (1519041) Co14632D Yz L1005
You done come in this morning : you won't tell me where you beenMcTell, Blind Willie; Stomp Down Rider; Atlanta, 23 Oct. 1931; (4050021) OK8936 Yz L1005
Some hotshot got money : come in and go my bail McTell, Blind Willie; Southern Can Mama; New York, 21 Sept. 1933; (140692) Vo02622 Yz L1037
Man come in : he want to fight McTell, Blind Willie; Bell Street Blues; Chicago, 23 Apr. 1935; (C9946A) De7078 Rt RL324
Good times have come in : don't you see the signs Mason, Moses; Molly Man; Chicago, c. Jan. 1928; (202832) Pm12605 OJL8
Good times have come in : don't you see the signs Mason, Moses; Molly Man; Chicago, c. Jan. 1928; (202832) Pm12605 OJL8
He come in this morning : I been working for him all day longMemphis Minnie; Bumble Bee Blues; Memphis, 26 May 1930; (599932) ViV38599 BC7
Lord he come in to the place : hate to see my bumblebee leave homeMemphis Minnie; Bumble Bee Blues; Memphis, 26 May 1930; (599932) ViV38599 BC7
Lord when I come in : find my *good gal* gone Mississippi Moaner (Isaiah Nettles); Mississippi Moan; Jackson, Miss., 20 Oct. 1935; (JAX2011) Vo03166 Yz L1009
I'm a stranger : I just come in your town Moore, Kid Prince; Honey Dripping Papa; New York, 11 Apr. 1936; (189992) ARC60956 Rt RL340
Lord the drought come in cold autumn : parched up all the treesPatton, Charley; Dry Well Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. 28 May 1930; (L4292) Pm13070 Yz L1020
The old weather done come in : and parched all the cotton and cornPatton, Charley; Dry Well Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. 28 May 1930; (L4292) Pm13070 Yz L1020
You come in from your work now : she got her clothes and gonePetties, Arthur; Out on Santa FeBlues; Memphis, 14 Feb. 1928; (419072) Vi21282 Rt RL314
Now if I don't come in the morning : you know I will do just tomorrow nightPickett, Charlie; Down the Highway; New York, 3 Aug. 1937; (62488A) De7707 RBF RF202
My good gal come in this morning : about half past fourRamey, Ben (Memphis Jug Band); I Can't Stand It; Memphis, 17 Sept. 1929; (555291) ViV38551 Rt RL322
Her husband come in with his shotgun : and he run me for a solid mileSykes, Roosevelt; No Good Woman Blues; Chicago, 3 Nov. 1930; (C6475A) MeM12086 Yz L1033
Women crying honey : won't you come in please Tampa Red (Hudson Whittaker); The Duck YasYasYas; Chicago, c. 16 May 1929; (C3485 ) Vo1277 Yz L1039
You come in creeping : just like a louse Wallace, Minnie; Field Mouse Stomp; Jackson, Miss., 12 Oct. 1935; (JAX1141) Vo03106 Rt RL321
Yes when I come in : who is that went out that back doorWashboard Sam; Back Door; Aurora, Ill., 4 May 1937; (07616 ) BBB7001 BC10
Yes when I come in : who's that went out that back doorWashboard Sam; Back Door; Aurora, Ill., 4 May 1937; (07616 ) BBB7001 BC10
I'm a stranger here : just come in your town Weaver, Curley; No No Blues; Atlanta, 26 Oct. 1928; (1473052) Co14386D His HLP32
But now you know I got a chump : ooo well well if he come in this townWheatstraw, Peetie; Coon Can Shorty; New York, 18 Feb. 1936; (60512A) De7159 Say SDR192
Oh come in friends : and have a drink of gin White, Washington; Good Gin Blues; Chicago, 7 Mar. 1940; (WC2982A) OK05625 Co C30036
Now if I can't come in : let me sit down in front of your doorWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Shotgun Blues; Chicago, 4 Apr. 1941; (064023 ) BBB8731 BC3
Now and if I can't come in : let me sit down in front of your doorWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Broken Hearted Blues; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1941; (070145 ) BBB9031 BC20
Come in daddy : know my ox is gone Alexander, Texas; Work Ox Blues; New York, 15 Nov. 1928; (401330A) OK8658 Sw S1276
Come in here elder : and shut my door Brown, Hi Henry; Preacher Blues; New York, 14 Mar. 1932; (11477A) Vo1728 Yz L1030
Come in here sis : you dirty little thing Evans, Joe; Down in Black Bottom; New York, 21 May 1931; (106641) Or8083 Yz L1015
Come in here baby : let us lock the door Gibson, Clifford; Tired of Being Mistreated Part 2; Long Island City, c. June 1929; (485A) QRSR7079 Yz L1006
Come in at dawn : stay out late Hawkins, Walter Buddy Boy; Voice Throwin' Blues; Richmond, Ind., 14 June 1929; (15219) Pm12802 Yz L1010
Come in pretty papa : mama wants some loving I vowSmith, Bessie; Reckless Blues; New York, 14 Jan. 1925; (1402421) Co14056D Co CL855
Come in pretty papa : mama wants some loving right nowSmith, Bessie; Reckless Blues; New York, 14 Jan. 1925; (1402421) Co14056D Co CL855
Come in this morning : the sun was shining brightWiggins, James Boodle It; Corrine Corrina Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Jan. 1930; (L1032) Pm12916 Her H205
And when she comes in the morning : she ain't got a word to sayBlackwell, Francis Scrapper; No Good Woman Blues; Chicago, 7 July 1935; (90082A) Ch50049 Cor CP58
Are you coming in Mr gasman : I want to tell you something right quickGlover, Mae; Gas Man Blues; Richmond, Ind., 29 July 1929; (15396A) Ge7040 Yz L1009
Boy girls coming in here : anyhow Washboard Sam; Mama Don't Allow No. 1; Chicago, 20 June 1935; (C1022B) Vo03275 BC10
Well well I wants to ride this new highway : ooo that the project just completed in a week agoWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Project Highway; Aurora, Ill., 11 Nov. 1937; (016525 ) BBB7302 RCA INT1175
Now I've lost confidence in you : because you won't be trueDarby, Blind; Deceiving Blues; Chicago, 29 Sept. 1931; (675831) Vi23311 OJL20
Her mama's in the kitchen : cooking in a stew Newbern, Hambone Willie; She Could ToodleOo; Atlanta, 13 Mar. 1929; (402295A) OK8740 Rt RL323
Well the cook's in the kitchen : picking and fussing over turnip greensJefferson, Blind Lemon; Piney Woods Money Mama; Chicago, c. Mar. 1928; (204082) Pm12650 Mil MLP2004
She shook it for the judge : and put the cop in jailTampa Red (Hudson Whittaker); No Matter How She Done It; New York, 3 Feb. 1932; (11210A) Vo1699 Yz L1039
I've got a corrine in Texas : sure can bring me downJaxon, Frankie Half Pint; Callin' Corrine; New York, 19 May 1939; (65608A) De7619 AH158
Got a corrine in Harlem : make a rabbit hug a houndJaxon, Frankie Half Pint; Callin' Corrine; New York, 19 May 1939; (65608A) De7619 AH158
You know by that : the big boy's coughing in hell Arnold, Kokomo; The Twelves; Chicago, 18 Jan. 1935; (C9671A) De7083 Say SDR163
Now I ain't no devil : crawl in a lion's den Jackson, Papa Charlie; The Cats Got the Measles; Chicago, c. Jan. 1925; (100193) Pm12259 Bio BLP12042
It was late last night : when I liked to crawl in baby's roomJefferson, Blind Lemon; That Crawlin' Baby Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15671) Pm12880 Mil MLP2013
I was keeping daily watch on my wall : so that granddaddy won't crawl in my house no moreShort, Jaydee; Grand Daddy Blues; New York, 14 Mar. 1932; (11479A) Vo1708 Yz L1018
Don't you crawl in my window : don't you creep in my doorSpivey, Victoria; Black Snake Swing; Chicago, 7 July 1936; (90785A) De7203 AH58
Mmm : black snake crawling in my room Jefferson, Blind Lemon; That Black Snake Moan; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; (30672) Pm12407 Mil MLP2013
Mmm : black snake crawling in my room Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Black Snake Moan; Chicago, 14 Mar. 1927; (80523B) OK8455 Fwy FJ2802
Black snake is deceitful : crawling in all in my bedJefferson, Blind Lemon; Black Snake Dream Blues; Chicago, c. June 1927; (45772) Pm12510 Bio BLP12015
Ooh : black snake crawling in my room Ledbetter, Huddie; New Black Snake Moan; New York, 23 Jan. 1935; (166912) Ba33360 Co C30035
Black snake crawling : crawling in my room Mississippi Moaner (Isaiah Nettles); It's Cold in China Blues; Jackson, Miss., 20 Oct. 1935; (JAX2021) Vo03166 OJL8
And when I crawls in the middle : it rides me like a Cadillac carMcTell, Blind Willie; Scarey Day Blues; Atlanta, 23 Oct. 1931; (4050031) OK8936 Yz L1037
But when I crawls in my bed : I just can't keep my black stuff stillMcTell, Blind Willie; Scarey Day Blues; Atlanta, 23 Oct. 1931; (4050031) OK8936 Yz L1037
Don't you crawl in my window : don't you creep in my doorSpivey, Victoria; Black Snake Swing; Chicago, 7 July 1936; (90785A) De7203 AH58
Stayed out all night long : before day come creeping inHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Crooked Woman Blues; Atlanta, 10 Nov. 1927; (1451981) Co14280D CC36
That tough luck has sunk me : and the rats is creeping in my hatJefferson, Blind Lemon; Tin Cup Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1929; (211981) Pm12756 Mil MLP2013
I wouldn't mind at all : but I just got a crick in my backBlake, Blind; Rope Stretchin' BluesPart 2; Grafton, Wis., c. Oct. 1931; (L11012) Pm13103 Bio BLP12037
I ain't got many crooks in my bag : as the dyingest snake can crawlShort, Jaydee; Snake Doctor Blues; New York, 14 Mar. 1932; (11474 ) Vo1704 Yz L1003
Now it used to be the time : get a corn crop in MarchEstes, Sleepy John; Time Is Drawing Near; Chicago, 4 June 1940; (93005A) De7789 Sw S1220;
Go to the Red Cross in the morning babe : go up there at nightScott, Sonny; Red Cross Blues; New York, 18 July 1933; (135721) Vo25012 Rt RL325
Now the rooster crows in Italy : I heard him way down in FranceWiggins, James Boodle It; Gotta Shave 'Em Dry; Grafton, Wis., c. Jan. 1930; (L1041) Pm12916 Her H205
I asked her how about it : not a crust in that shopShade, Will; She Done Sold It Out; Chicago, 7 Nov. 1934; (C8001) OK8963 RBF RF6
Why should I worry : and cry in vain Evans, Joe; Sitting on Top of the World; New York, 21 May 1931; (106591) Ba32211 His HLP8002
Hey daddy hey daddy : don't let me cry in vain Hart, Hattie; Oh Ambulance Man; Memphis, 17 May 1930; (599322) ViV38605 Mel MLP7324
And when my *Toby* tells me : ooo well I'm going to cut in with some good JaneWheatstraw, Peetie; Cut Out Blues; Chicago, 9 Apr. 1936; (C13551) Vo03444 Say SDR191
Big chief Lord : be my daddyinlaw Lewis, Furry; Big Chief Blues; probably New York, c. late Oct. 1927; ( ) Vo1133 Yz L1002
Says my mama's dead : and my daddy's in the mines Collins, Chasey; Atlanta Blues; Chicago, 31 Oct. 1935; (962491) BBB6187 BC6
Carries a gun in her pocket : a dagger in her hairBlake, Blind; Notoriety Woman Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1928; (208752) Pm12754 Bio BLP12031;
He *must dance* in the basement : was seen in my bedroomLittle Son Joe; Black Cat Swing; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1941; (C40981) OK06707 BC1
Before day in the morning : I'll be done left your neighborhoodGaither, Bill; Georgia Barrel House; Chicago, 12 June 1940; (WC3104A) OK05714 His HLP31
But they're so common now : you get one every day in the weekHannah, George; Freakish Man Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Oct. 1930; (L5621) Pm13024 Mil MLP2018
My mind in such a condition : until I hardly know the days in the weekDoyle, Little Buddy; Bad in Mind Blues; Memphis, 14 July 1939; (MEM1531) Vo05111 Rt RL319
Thirty days in jail : with my back turned to the wallSmith, Bessie; JailHouse Blues; New York, 21 Sept. 1923; (812262) CoA4001 Co CL855
But I think one hundred and costs : and thirty days in Bridewell will do you goodSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Tell It to the Judge No. 2; Chicago, c. 28 Jan. 1931; (C7239?) MeM12117 Yz L1031
And they said I won't have no more trouble : and said I'll live twelve days in a weekSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Seven Sisters BluesPart 2; Chicago, c. Apr. 1931; (VO169A) Vo1641 Yz L1031
Let me be your dealer : I'm the best dealer in townWheatstraw, Peetie; King of Spades; Chicago, 20 July 1935; (C1082B) Vo03066 Say SDR191
I sat deep in my saddle : and I don't *remember the name*Collins, Sam; Yellow Dog Blues; Richmond, Ind., c. 23 Apr. 1927; (12738) Ge6146 OJL10
Sat deep in my saddle Lord : and I ??? *name* Collins, Sam; Yellow Dog Blues; Richmond, Ind., c. 23 Apr. 1927; (12738) Ge6146 OJL10
Got the devil in my soul : and I'm full of bad boozeSmith, Bessie; Black Mountain Blues; New York, 22 July 1930; (1506582) Co14554D Co CL856
I can't even tell : oh well well the difference in my shoesWheatstraw, Peetie; Crazy with the Blues; Chicago, 26 Mar. 1937; (91150A) De7348 Cor CP58
I show you difference in a mother and a wife : ooo well my wife done throwed me awayWhite, Washington; Strange Place Blues; Chicago, 7 Mar. 1940; (WC2978A) Vo05526 Co C30036
You better quit your bad habits : digging in every dark holeNickerson, Charlie Bozo; Cave Man Blues; Memphis, 21 May 1930; (599622) ViV38605 Mel MLP7324;
He digs in a ditch : full of mud and slime Smith, Clara; He's Mine, All Mine; New York, 16 Dec. 1924; (1401821) Co14053D VJM VLP17
Asked my sugar for fifty cents : she said Lemon ain't a dime in the yardJefferson, Blind Lemon; That Black Snake Moan; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; (30672) Pm12407 Mil MLP2013
Asked my baby for fifty cents : she said Lemon ain't a dime in the yardJefferson, Blind Lemon; Black Snake Moan; Chicago, 14 Mar. 1927; (80523B) OK8455 Fwy FJ2802
Eat my breakfast here : my dinner in Tennessee Hurt, Mississippi John; Ain't No Tellin'; New York, 21 Dec. 1928; (401471A) OK8759 Bio BLPC4
When you're dead : they throw dirt in your face Jones, Maggie; Undertaker's Blues; New York, 16 Apr. 1925; (1405332) Co14092D VJM VLP23
Climbing on the Lookout Mountain : look dived in Niagara FallsMcTell, Blind Willie; Drive Away Blues; Atlanta, 26 Nov. 1929; (565991) ViV38580 Yz L1005
I wonder if the chinches bite in Beaumont : bite like they do in Beale Street townJefferson, Blind Lemon; Chinch Bug Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1927; (200641) Pm12551 Bio BLP12015
All I know I do in Vicksburg : Lord is *paraday* Montgomery, Eurreal Little Brother; Vicksburg Blues No. 2; New Orleans, 10 Aug. 1935; (944201) BBB6072 Yz L1028
I ain't found no doctor : ain't no doctor in this whole round worldBogan, Lucille; Levee Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1927; (43241) Pm12459 Yz L1017
Now the best doctor in my town : says he never heard tell of suchGibson, Clifford; She Rolls It Slow; Louisville, 9 June 1931; (69405 ) Vi23290 RCA INT1175
People I've tried every doctor : every doctor in my neighborhoodTownsend, Henry; Sick with the Blues; possibly Chicago, 1933; ( ) record unknown Yz L1030
All the doctors in West *Conton* : they won't help her noneJames, Skip; 2220 Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1931; (L7651) Pm13066 Bio BLP12029
All the doctors in [Hot Springs, Westmount] : sure can't help her noneJohnson, Robert; 3220 Blues; San Antonio, 26 Nov. 1936; (SA26161) ARC70460 Co CL1654
Dog in my back yard : oh Lordy how he can howl Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Eagle Eyed Mama; Chicago, c. Jan. 1929; (210953) Pm12739 Rt RL301
My woman woke up this morning : dollar in her handCooksey, Robert; Dollar Blues; New York, c. 21 Mar. 1927; (E22051) Br7007 Rt RL321
Always try : to keep a dollar in your hand Gibson, Clifford; Blues Without a Dime; New York, 10 Dec. 1929; (57756 ) ViV38590 Yz L1027
Because every day's like Sunday : I mean she's always got a dollar in her handGibson, Clifford; Blues Without a Dime; New York, 10 Dec. 1929; (57756 ) ViV38590 Yz L1027
I'll give her a dollar in the street : and I'll give her two at homeMcTell, Blind Willie; Weary Hearted Blues; New York, 21 Sept. 1933; (140671) Vo02568 Rt RL324
I know a lazy woman : put ten dollars in a telephoneCalloway, Blanche; Lazy Woman's Blues; Chicago, 9 Nov. 1925; (9458A) OK8279 CC32
My woman come arunning : with a hundred dollars in her handLewis, Furry; Judge Harsh Blues; Memphis, 28 Aug. 1928; (454332) ViV38506 Yz L1008
Dealer cut one more time : ooo well well and I will bring your dollars inWheatstraw, Peetie; King of Spades; Chicago, 20 July 1935; (C1082B) Vo03066 Say SDR191
What you going to do : when she close the door in your faceMcCoy, Joe; What You Gonna Do; Chicago, 2 July 1936; (90782A) De7205 AH77
We going to see : who can double in a knot the bestChatman, Bo; Double Up in a Knot; New Orleans, 15 Oct. 1936; (026171) BBB6659 Yz L1034
Say you double in a knot : is the way Chatman, Bo; Double Up in a Knot; New Orleans, 15 Oct. 1936; (026171) BBB6659 Yz L1034
You can double in a knot : or you can let it be Chatman, Bo; Double Up in a Knot; New Orleans, 15 Oct. 1936; (026171) BBB6659 Yz L1034
You double in a knot right : you'll always have a dimeChatman, Bo; Double Up in a Knot; New Orleans, 15 Oct. 1936; (026171) BBB6659 Yz L1034
Double in a knot : you'll always get my mon' Chatman, Bo; Double Up in a Knot; New Orleans, 15 Oct. 1936; (026171) BBB6659 Yz L1034
Says I'd rather be a catfish : down in the Gulf of MexicoArnold, Kokomo; Slop Jar Blues; Chicago, 5 Feb. 1935; (C9776A) De7092 Say SDR163
Says down in Georgia : where the dance is new Arnold, Kokomo; Shake That Thing; Chicago, 9 July 1936; (90795A) De7212 CC25
Says you took my house out of Cairo : carried it down in New OrleansArnold, Kokomo; Wild Water Blues; Chicago, 12 Mar. 1937; (91134A) De7285 Cor CP58
When I was down in Georgia : I was doing mighty wellArnold, Kokomo; Red Beans and Rice; Chicago, 30 Mar. 1937; (91162A) De7347 BC4
She acts like a woman : from down in New Orleans Arnold, Kokomo; Set Down Gal; Chicago, 30 Mar. 1937; (91166A) De7361 OJL20
Way down in Mississippi : where I was bred and bornBailey, Kid; Mississippi Bottom Blues; New York, 12 May 1938; (M209/10) Br7114 OJL5
Get me a pick and shovel : dig down in the ground Beaman, Lottie; Rolling Log Blues; Richmond, Ind., c. Aug. 1928; (14162) Ge6624 OJL6
Get me a pick and shovel : dig down in the ground Beaman, Lottie; Rollin' Log Blues; Kansas City, early Nov. 1929; (KC605 ) Br7147 Yz L1018
Lonesome for you in my heart : way down in my ???eeBell, Anna; Hopeless Blues; Long Island City, c. Sept. 1928; (171A) QRSR7007 His HLP21
I ain't never been : down in New Orleans Bell, Ed; She's a Fool Gal; Atlanta, 4 Dec. 1930; (1510382) Co14595D Rt RL325
And I went up on a mountain : and I looked down in the seaBird, Billy; Alabama BluesPart 1; Atlanta, 29 Oct. 1928; (1473251) Co14418D His HLP5
I'm deep down in a hole : somebody else is up Blake, Blind; Fightin' the Jug; Richmond, Ind., 20 July 1929; (15250) Pm12863 Bio BLP12037
Ooh : broke down in tears today Blind Percy; Coal River Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1927; (201382) Pm12584 Yz L1010
I went up on the mountain : looked down in the deep blue seaBogan, Lucille; Sweet Patunia; Chicago, c. Mar. 1927; (43091) Pm12459 Yz L1017
Going down in Georgia : where I get my good grinding doneBogan, Lucille; My Georgia Grind; Chicago, c. 1 Feb. 1930; (C5347 ) Br unissued Rt RL317
And deep down in my heart : ain't nothing but a lover's ruinBogan, Lucille; I Hate that Train Called the M. and O.; New York, 31 July 1934; (154911) ARC60204 OJL6
Way down in Boogie Alley : ain't nothing but skulls and bonesBogan, Lucille; Down in Boogie Alley; New York, 1 Aug. 1934; (155082) Ba33149 Rt RL317
Because down in Boogie Alley : is where he can be foundBogan, Lucille; Down in Boogie Alley; New York, 1 Aug. 1934; (155082) Ba33149 Rt RL317
He goes down in Boogie Alley : house number three Bogan, Lucille; Down in Boogie Alley; New York, 1 Aug. 1934; (155082) Ba33149 Rt RL317
I went down in Boogie Alley : with my razor in my handBogan, Lucille; Down in Boogie Alley; New York, 1 Aug. 1934; (155082) Ba33149 Rt RL317
I been down in Memphis : been down in New Orleans Burse, Charlie; Tappin' that Thing; Richmond, Ind., 3 Aug. 1932; (18648) Ch16654 Rt RL307
I been down in Memphis : been down in New Orleans Burse, Charlie; Tappin' that Thing; Richmond, Ind., 3 Aug. 1932; (18648) Ch16654 Rt RL307
Deep down in my heart : I'm feeling blue Calloway, Blanche; Lonesome Lovesick; Chicago, 9 Nov. 1925; (9459A) OK8279 CC32
Now I've got a girl : she lives down in in Shady LaneCarr, Leroy; Shady Lane Blues; St. Louis, 20 Feb. 1934; (SL73) Vo02762 Co C30496
I'm going to cast my troubles : down in the deep blue seaCarr, Leroy; Blues Before Sunrise; St. Louis, 21 Feb. 1934; (SL121) Vo02657 Co C30496
I went up on the mountain : looked down in the seaCarter, George; Hot Jelly Roll Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1929; (211542) Pm12750 Yz L1012
And she buried her *corky* : down in the sand Chatman, Bo; Pussy Cat Blues; New Orleans, 15 Oct. 1936; (026131) BBB6735 Yz L1034
She said she left for the border : down in old MexicoChatman, Peter (Memphis Slim); Empty Room Blues; Chicago, 30 Oct. 1940; (0535931) BBB8615 RCA730.581
I'm going back south mama : way down in Tennessee Clark, Lonnie; Down in Tennessee; Richmond, Ind., 21 Sept. 1929; (15661) Pm12871 Rt RL340
I went down in the alley : trying to sell my coke todayCovington, Blind Bogus Ben; BoodleDeBum Bum; Chicago, c. 9 Oct. 1928; (C4631 ) Br7121 Rt RL325
Way down in old Kentucky : mid those high blue hillsCox, Ida; Blue Kentucky Blues; New York, late Jan. 1925; (20032) Pm12258 BYG529073
I went down in Death Valley : among the tombstones and dry bonesCrudup, Arthur Big Boy; Death Valley Blues; Chicago, 11 Sept. 1941; (0648741) BBB8858 RCA LPV518
Now bury me mama : low down in the sand Crudup, Arthur Big Boy; Death Valley Blues; Chicago, 11 Sept. 1941; (0648741) BBB8858 RCA LPV518
You keep me bound down in trouble : just as long as I can beDavis, Walter; L and N Blues; Chicago, 2 Aug. 1933; (768021) BBB5143 RCA INT1085
I got a woman down in Florida : got two up in TennesseeDorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); Been Mistreated Blues; Richmond, Ind., 20 Nov. 1930; (17290) Ch16237 Riv RM8803
But after you continue this life boys : you'll be living down in some graveyard deepDoyle, Little Buddy; Grief Will Kill You; Memphis, 1 July 1939; (MEM181) Vo05111 Rt RL319;
When I'm sleeping deep down in my grave : don't let no high *flat flappers* worry youDoyle, Little Buddy; Bad in Mind Blues; Memphis, 14 July 1939; (MEM1531) Vo05111 Rt RL319
Looked in her face : and I looked down in her handsEdwards, Big Boy Teddy; Louise; Chicago, 14 June 1934; (806081) BBB5826 CC3
Lord I'm going to ease it down in Roebust : catch my baby out on a midnight creepEstes, Sleepy John; Street Car Blues; Memphis, 13 May 1930; (59919 ) ViV38614 RBF RF8
And I heard a rumbling : way down in the ground Estes, Sleepy John; Stack O' Dollars; Memphis, 30 May 1930; (625472) Vi23397 Rt RL307
And I went on the mountain : I looked down in the seaEstes, Sleepy John; Stack O' Dollars; Memphis, 30 May 1930; (625472) Vi23397 Rt RL307
Because it's soon or late : we have to go down in that old lonesome groundEstes, Sleepy John; Everybody Oughta Make a Change; New York, 22 Apr. 1938; (63647A) De7571 RBF RF8
When trouble first started : down in my front doorEstes, Sleepy John; New Someday Blues; New York, 22 Apr. 1938; (63652A) De7473 RBF RF8
Now I *swung that manifest* : I went down in the three rail *box*Estes, Sleepy John; Special Agent; New York, 22 Apr. 1938; (63654A) De7491 RBF RF1
Now I was setting down in Centralia : and I sure was feeling badEstes, Sleepy John; Special Agent; New York, 22 Apr. 1938; (63654A) De7491 RBF RF1
As I lay down in my cell at night : I tries so hard to take my restEvans, Joe; New Huntsville Jail; New York, 20 May 1931; (106512) Or8080 His HLP8002
Going down to the station : down in the yard Evans, Joe; Sitting on Top of the World; New York, 21 May 1931; (106591) Ba32211 His HLP8002
I got me a woman : she lives way down in TennesseeEvans, Joe; Down in Black Bottom; New York, 21 May 1931; (106641) Or8083 Yz L1015
But the man I'm loving : lives down in JacksonvilleFlorence, Nellie ; Jacksonville Blues ; Atlanta, 21 Apr. 1928; (1461741) Co14342D OJL6
And you say you going to put me : woman down in my lonesome graveFuller, Blind Boy; Pistol Snapper Blues; New York, 5 Apr. 1938; (226741) Vo04106 BC11
I'm bound down in trouble : and you know just how I feelGillum, Bill Jazz; Got to Reap What You Sow; Chicago, 17 May 1939; (034810 ) BBB8287 RCA INT1177
I'm down in Atlanta : where the womens they all know meHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Me and My Whiskey; Atlanta, 3 Nov. 1929; (1493462) Co14507D CC36
She made me love her : now she's way down in TennesseeHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Me and My Whiskey; Atlanta, 3 Nov. 1929; (1493462) Co14507D CC36
You may be blue : and way down in the depths Hicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); YoYo Blues No. 2; Atlanta, 17 Apr. 1930; (1502692) Co14523D CC3
Deep down in my heart : I'm feeling blue Hill, Bertha Chippie; Lovesick Blues; Chicago, 26 Nov. 1926; (9971A) OK8453 CC32
Well I walked up close : I looked down in her faceHouse, Son; My Black MamaPart 2; Grafton, Wis., 28 May 1930; (L4092) Pm13042 OJL2
Hey I'm going to fold my arms : I'm going to kneel down in prayerHouse, Son; Preachin' the BluesPart 2; Grafton, Wis., 28 May 1930; (L4111) Pm13013 OJL5
Get a pick and shovel : dig down in the mine Howell, Peg Leg; Ball and Chain Blues; Atlanta, 13 Apr. 1929; (1482702) Co14535D Rt RL318
I'm down in Cincinnati : baby on the hog Howell, Peg Leg; Away from Home; Atlanta, 13 Apr. 1929; (1482732) Co14535D Rt RL318
Now I think I heard a rumbling : deep down in the groundJackson, Papa Charlie; The Cats Got the Measles; Chicago, c. Jan. 1925; (100193) Pm12259 Bio BLP12042
Now down in Georgia : they got a dance that's new Jackson, Papa Charlie; Shake That Thing; Chicago, c. May 1925; (2120?) Pm12281 Yz L1029
You may fall from the mountain : down in the deep blue seaJackson, Papa Charlie; Hot Papa Blues; Chicago, c. Aug. 1925; (22072) Pm12305 Bio BLP12042
Got a knockkneed mama : down in Tennessee Jackson, Papa Charlie; Mama, Don't You Think I Know; Chicago, c. Aug. 1925; (22242) Pm12305 Bio BLP12042
Way down in the forest : there's where I long to beJackson, Papa Charlie; Jungle Man Blues; Chicago, c. Dec. 1928; (210452) Pm12721 Bio BLP12042
Now come in here baby : and sit down in my lap James, Jesse; Sweet Patuni; Chicago, 3 June 1936; (90760 ) De unissued Yz L1028
I been down in Tennessee : and I couldn't stay there very longJames, Jesse; Sweet Patuni; Chicago, 3 June 1936; (90760 ) De unissued Yz L1028
Way down in my heart : got a lot of aches and painsJefferson, Blind Lemon; How Long How Long; Chicago, c. July 1928; (207881) Pm12685 Bio BLP12015
Stood down in the street : one cold dark stormy nightJefferson, Blind Lemon; Pneumonia Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15669) Pm12880 Mil MLP2013
My arms may be empty : but never down in my heart Johnson, Lonnie; I'm So Tired of Living All Alone; San Antonio, 9 Mar. 1928; (400447B) OK8677 CC30
When she starts to kiss me : does me good down in my toesJohnson, Lonnie; I'm Nuts About that Gal; New York, 12 Aug. 1932; (1522592) OK8946 CC30
I got a woman that I'm loving : way down in ArkansasJohnson, Robert; Terraplane Blues; San Antonio, 23 Nov. 1936; (SA25861) ARC70356 Co CL1654
I'm going to get deep down in this connection : keep on tangling with your wiresJohnson, Robert; Terraplane Blues; San Antonio, 23 Nov. 1936; (SA25861) ARC70356 Co CL1654
It must've be that old evil spirit : so deep down in the groundJohnson, Robert; Me and the Devil Blues; Dallas, 20 June 1937; (DAL3982) ARC unissued Co CL1654
Early one morning : I set down in my door Jones, Bo; Back Door Blues; Dallas, c. Nov. 1929; (DAL460 ) Vo1452 Rt RL327
Lord I'm on my way down in Louisiana : I believe I'll wait here for the Katy FlyJones, Elijah; Katy Fly; Aurora, Ill., 13 Mar. 1938; (0201201) BBB7616 RCA INT1175
To my man : way down in Birmingham Jones, Maggie; Western Union Blues; New York, 13 Nov. 1924; (1401353) Co14047D VJM VLP23
*See that woman* about it baby : Lord it's down in TennesseeJordan, Charley; Raidin' Squad Blues; Chicago, c. mid June 1930; (C5840 ) Vo1528 Yz L1030
I was down in jail baby : I went down on my knees Jordan, Charley; I Couldn't Stay Here; New York, 10 Apr. 1936; (18980 ) ARC60961 Yz L1021
Have you ever been down baby : way down in Polack TownJordan, Charley; I Couldn't Stay Here; New York, 10 Apr. 1936; (18980 ) ARC60961 Yz L1021
I walked SixtyOne Highway : and I give down in my kneesKelly, Jack; Highway No. 61 Blues; New York, 1 Aug. 1933; (137121) Ba32844 Rt RL316
Baby take me upstairs : baby won't you lay me down in your cool iron bedKelly, Jack; Cold Iron Bed; New York, 1 Aug. 1933; (13722 ) Ba32934 OJL4
Way way down babe : way down in old Polack Town Kid Stormy Weather; Short Hair Blues; Jackson, Miss., 17 Oct. 1935; (JAX1792) Vo03145 BC7
I'm down in the bottom : ???ing for Johnny Rye Ledbetter, Huddie; Honey, I'm All Out and Down; New York, 23 Jan. 1935; (166882) Ba33359 Rt RL315
He went to the bedside : looked down in her face Ledbetter, Huddie; Death Letter BluesPart 1; New York, 24 Jan. 1935; (166951) ARC unissued Bio BLP12013
Way down in Louisiana : oh where the work all doneLedbetter, Huddie; Red River Blues; New York, 24 Jan. 1935; (16704 ) ARC unissued Co C30035
Got me a lifetime sentence : down in Sugarland Ledbetter, Huddie; Shorty George; New York, 5 Feb. 1935; (168142) ARC unissued Bio BLP12013
I'll take a long look : right smack down in your mindLee, Bertha; Mind Reader Blues; New York, 31 Jan. 1934; (147361) Vo02650 OJL17
I was raised in the mountains : way down in TennesseeLinthecome, Joe; Pretty Mama Blues; Richmond, Ind., 20 Nov. 1929; (15906A) Ge7131 Rt RL326
I'm going back to Friar's Point : down in sweet old DixielandMcCoy, Robert Lee; Friar's Point Blues; Chicago, 5 June 1940; (93037A) De7819 Rt RL319
Yes I'm going away : way down in Dixieland McCoy, Robert Lee; Friar's Point Blues; Chicago, 5 June 1940; (93037A) De7819 Rt RL319
Now down in Black Bottom : that is so they say McPhail, Black Bottom; Down in Black Bottom; New York, 17 Mar. 1932; (11512A) Vo1721 Yz L1019
Yes I went down in Black Bottom : I didn't go to stay down there longMcPhail, Black Bottom; Down in Black Bottom; New York, 17 Mar. 1932; (11512A) Vo1721 Yz L1019
Now go down in Black Bottom : and you don't know the rulesMcPhail, Black Bottom; Down in Black Bottom; New York, 17 Mar. 1932; (11512A) Vo1721 Yz L1019
If you go down in Black Bottom : put your money in your shoesMcPhail, Black Bottom; Down in Black Bottom; New York, 17 Mar. 1932; (11512A) Vo1721 Yz L1019
Now if you go down in Black Bottom : put your money down in your britchesMcPhail, Black Bottom; Down in Black Bottom; New York, 17 Mar. 1932; (11512A) Vo1721 Yz L1019
Now if you go down in Black Bottom : put your money down in your britchesMcPhail, Black Bottom; Down in Black Bottom; New York, 17 Mar. 1932; (11512A) Vo1721 Yz L1019
I'd rather be up on a mountain : or down in the deep blue seaMcPhail, Black Bottom; My Dream Blues; New York, 17 Mar. 1932; (11513A) Vo1690 Yz L1019
I even heard a rumbling : deep down in the ground McTell, Blind Willie; Talking to Myself; Atlanta, 17 Apr. 1930; (1502572) Co14551D Yz L1005
Now if I catch you mama : down in the heart of townMcTell, Blind Willie; Southern Can Is Mine; Atlanta, 23 Oct. 1931; (1519041) Co14632D Yz L1005
Mmm : chained down in this dark cell by myself McTell, Blind Willie; Death Cell Blues; New York, 19 Sept. 1933; (140491) Vo02577 RBF RF15
And if she don't come back : I'm going down in OhioMcTell, Blind Willie; B and O Blues No. 2; New York, 21 Sept. 1933; (140661) Vo02568 Yz L1037
If I catch you mama : down in the heart of town McTell, Blind Willie; Southern Can Mama; New York, 21 Sept. 1933; (140692) Vo02622 Yz L1037
I live down in Bell Street Alley : just as drunk as I can beMcTell, Blind Willie; Bell Street Blues; Chicago, 23 Apr. 1935; (C9946A) De7078 Rt RL324
I'm spinning I'm spinning baby : my head is nearly down in to my kneesMemphis Minnie; Meningitis Blues; Memphis, 26 May 1930; (59994 ) Vi23421 Rt RL337
Don't play honeydrip : way down in no cell Moore, Kid Prince; Honey Dripping Papa; New York, 11 Apr. 1936; (189992) ARC60956 Rt RL340
Went up on a mountain : looked down in the deep blue seaMoore, Kid Prince; Honey Dripping Papa; New York, 11 Apr. 1936; (189992) ARC60956 Rt RL340
And I walked slowly : looked down in the rider's bedNelson, Romeo; Dyin' Rider Blues; Chicago, 26 Nov. 1929; (C4752 ) Vo1494 RBF RF12
And I walked back : looking down in rider's face Nelson, Romeo; Dyin' Rider Blues; Chicago, 26 Nov. 1929; (C4752 ) Vo1494 RBF RF12
I wrote my gal a letter : way down in Tennessee Nickerson, Charlie Bozo; Going Back to Memphis; Memphis, 5 June 1930; (62583 ) Vi23310 Jo SM3104
Was down in the cellar : shooting dice Nickerson, Charlie Bozo; Move that Thing; Memphis, 28 Nov. 1930; (647402) Vi23274 Rt RL323
You can find my stone pony : down in Lula town somewherePatton, Charley; Stone Pony Blues; New York, 30 Jan. 1934; (147271) Vo02680 Yz L1020
Well if I were a catfish mama : I said swimming deep down in the deep blue seaPetway, Robert; Catfish Blues; Chicago, 28 Mar. 1941; (0594761) BBB8838 Yz L1038
I'm down in prison : all bound in chains Rainey, Ma Gertrude; Cell Bound Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1924; (100012) Pm12257 Mil MLP2001
Ask Alma Rose : down in Minglewood Ramey, Ben (Memphis Jug Band); Cocaine Habit Blues; Memphis, 17 May 1930; (599332) ViV38620 BC2
I'd rather see you dead : straight down in your graveRichardson, Mooch; Mooch Richardson's Low Down Barrel House Blues Part 1; Memphis, 13 Feb. 1928; (400215A) OK8554 Mam S3803
Says I went down in Louisiana : says you know down on that farmRoland, Walter; Dices' Blues; New York, 30 July 1934; (154852) Ba33343 RBF RF12
Now if you ever go down south : go down in DixielandShade, Will; I Can Beat You Plenty; Memphis, 27 Sept. 1929; (55599 ) ViV38586 Rt RL337
It rise in the east : and go down in the west Sims, Henry; Tell Me Man Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Dec. 1929; (L651) Pm12940 OJL2
I can't keep from worrying : because I'm down in the dumpsSmith, Bessie; I'm Down in the Dumps; New York, 24 Nov. 1933; (1525802) OK8945 Co CL856
Can't keep from worrying : because I'm down in the dumpsSmith, Bessie; I'm Down in the Dumps; New York, 24 Nov. 1933; (1525802) OK8945 Co CL856
Stay away from my door Mr landlord : because I'm down in the dumpsSmith, Bessie; I'm Down in the Dumps; New York, 24 Nov. 1933; (1525802) OK8945 Co CL856
Ain't no use of telling me that lie : because I'm down in the dumpsSmith, Bessie; I'm Down in the Dumps; New York, 24 Nov. 1933; (1525802) OK8945 Co CL856
I need a whole lots of loving : because I'm down in the dumpsSmith, Bessie; I'm Down in the Dumps; New York, 24 Nov. 1933; (1525802) OK8945 Co CL856
Got the backwoods blues : for the place way down in 'BamSmith, Clara; Back Woods Blues; New York, 30 Apr. 1924; (816944) Co14022D VJM VLP17
I live down in the valley : right by a hornets' nestSmith, Clara; Done Sold My Soul to the Devil; New York, 30 Sept. 1924; (1400763) Co14041D VJM VLP17
I'm going to lay down in jail : like I used to lie down in CalumetSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; County Jail Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1931; (VO132A) Vo1679 Yz L1031
I'm going to lay down in jail : like I used to lie down in CalumetSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; County Jail Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1931; (VO132A) Vo1679 Yz L1031
I've hop down in your basement : don't mean to harm a single soulSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Hoppin' Toad Frog; Chicago, c. Apr. 1931; (VO166A) Vo1655 Yz L1031
Mom would you let a poor little old toad frog : hop down in your water pondSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Hoppin' Toad Frog; Chicago, c. Apr. 1931; (VO166A) Vo1655 Yz L1031
Boy go down in Louisiana : and get the lead right out of your beanSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Seven Sisters BluesPart 2; Chicago, c. Apr. 1931; (VO169A) Vo1641 Yz L1031
Come down in my kitchen : *leave off instant and* Smith, Trixie; You've Got to Beat Me to Keep Me; New York, c. Feb. 1925; (20152) Pm12256 CC29
Once I had a daddy : and he worked down in a hole Smith, Trixie; Mining Camp Blues; New York, c. Feb. 1925; (20161) Pm12256 CC29
Something like the pitcher : that they sent down in the wellSmith, Trixie; Mining Camp Blues; New York, c. Feb. 1925; (20161) Pm12256 CC29
Way down in the sunny South : lowlands raise cotton and cornSpruell, Freddie; LowDown Mississippi Bottom Man; Chicago, c. July 1928; (207281) Pm12665 Mam S3802
Oh way down in the Delta : that's where I long to beSpruell, Freddie; LowDown Mississippi Bottom Man; Chicago, c. July 1928; (207281) Pm12665 Mam S3802
You know that's the last of my good man : because they putting him down in the cold cold Spruell, Freddie; Your Man Is Gone; Chicago, 12 Apr. 1935; (85784 ) BBB6025 Mam S3802
When I was down in Mississippi : having troubles of my ownStokes, Frank; South Memphis Blues; Memphis, 23 Sept. 1929; (555732) ViV38548 Rt RL308
There you was : down in then *lees* Sykes, Roosevelt; We Can Sell that Thing; Grafton, Wis., c. Aug. 1930; (L4502) Pm13004 Riv RM8819
If you ever been to Memphis : you stop down in HollywoodSykes, Roosevelt; Highway 61 Blues; Richmond, Ind., 22 Sept. 1932; (18802) Ch16586 Yz L1033
Hon' I'm going down in Louisiana : baby just behind the sunTaylor, Charley; Louisiana Bound; Grafton, Wis., Mar. or Apr. 1930; (L2522) Pm12967 Her H205
He said get your pick and shovel : and get deep down in mineThomas, Ramblin' (Willard Thomas); No Job Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203432) Pm12609 Bio BLP12004
I was down in Louisiana : doing as I please Thomas, Ramblin' (Willard Thomas); Poor Boy Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1928; (210204) Pm12722 Bio BLP12004
Got up one of these mornings : looked down in the seaThompson, Edward; Showers of Rain Blues; New York, c. 23 Oct. 1929; (GEX2411A) Pm13018 Yz L1006
Get you a shovel : and go down in the mine unknown artist (Birmingham Jug Band); Gettin' Ready for Trial; Atlanta, 11 Dec. 1930; (404682C) OK8856 OJL4
Went to the station : down in the yard Vincson, Walter; Sitting on Top of the World; Shreveport, La., 17 Feb. 1930; (403805B) OK8784 Mam S3804
Lord I went to the graveyard : and I peeped down in her faceVincson, Walter (Mississippi Sheiks); The New Stop and Listen Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. July 1932; (L15513) Pm13134 Yz L1014
If you had good sense : you'd be down in misery Washboard Sam; Big Woman; Chicago, 21 Dec. 1936; (01885 ) BBB6870 BC10
When I get down in the lowlands : I won't be mistreated no moreWashboard Sam; Lowland Blues; Aurora, Ill., 4 May 1937; (07620 ) BBB7096 BC10
It's all about my baby : down in my old home town Washboard Sam; I'm Feeling Low Down; Chicago, 26 June 1941; (0644821) BBB8878 RCA LPV577
These hometown blues : have got me down in mind Washboard Sam; I'm Feeling Low Down; Chicago, 26 June 1941; (0644821) BBB8878 RCA LPV577
Oh baby : meet me down in Lover's Lane Washboard Sam; Lover's Lane Blues; Chicago, 4 Nov. 1941; (0703811) BBB9007 BC10
When you get in Tallahassee : put your money down in your shoeWashington, Louis; Tallahassee Woman; New York, 18 Jan. 1934; (146371) Ba33105 Fly LP103
The folks down in Tallahassee : make me spend all the money I ever hadWashington, Louis; Tallahassee Woman; New York, 18 Jan. 1934; (146371) Ba33105 Fly LP103
Now that was down in Tallahassee : where I had these Tallahassee bluesWashington, Louis; Tallahassee Woman; New York, 18 Jan. 1934; (146371) Ba33105 Fly LP103
When you go down in Smoky Hollow : put your money down in your shoeWashington, Louis; Tallahassee Woman; New York, 18 Jan. 1934; (146371) Ba33105 Fly LP103
When you go down in Smoky Hollow : put your money down in your shoeWashington, Louis; Tallahassee Woman; New York, 18 Jan. 1934; (146371) Ba33105 Fly LP103
When I get to heaven : sit down in St Peter's chairWelsh, Nolan; St. Peter Blues; Chicago, 16 June 1926; (9728A) OK8372 CC32
*When I get low* : let's go down in the alley Wheatstraw, Peetie; Throw Me in the Alley; Chicago, 24 Aug. 1934; (C9351 ) De7018 Say SDR191
And I got up this morning : went down in old *alleycan*Wheatstraw, Peetie; Cocktail Man Blues; Chicago, 17 July 1935; (90173A) De7144 Say SDR191
I'm sitting down in Aberdeen : with New Orleans on my mindWhite, Washington; Aberdeen Mississippi Blues; Chicago, 8 Mar. 1940; (WC2990A) OK05743 Co C30036
Now the rooster crows in Italy : I heard him way down in FranceWiggins, James Boodle It; Gotta Shave 'Em Dry; Grafton, Wis., c. Jan. 1930; (L1041) Pm12916 Her H205
I'm going up on the mountain : and look down in the seaWilkins, Robert; Alabama Blues; Memphis, c. 23 Sept. 1929; (M190 ) Br7205 Rt RL333
She walked down in the yard : caught the longest train she seenWilkins, Robert; Long Train Blues; Memphis, c. 23 Sept. 1929; (M191 ) Br7205 Rt RL333
I will meet you some day : when you down in hard luck tooWilkins, Robert; Falling Down Blues; Memphis, c. 23 Sept. 1929; (M192 ) Br7125 Yz L1002
Way down way down : way down in Polack Town Williams, Jabo; Polock Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. May 1932; (L1406?) Pm13130 Yz L1028
I spent all my days : way down in Polack Town Williams, Jabo; Polock Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. May 1932; (L1406?) Pm13130 Yz L1028
I got me a grey pony : down in my pasture somewhereWilliams, Joe; My Grey Pony; Chicago, 25 Feb. 1935; (85491 ) BBB5948 RBF RF14
Lord I went out in Greenville : looked down in brother James' faceWilliams, Joe; Brother James; Aurora, Ill., 5 May 1937; (076631) BBB7022 RCA INT1087
I went to the graveyard : and I peeped down in brother James' faceWilliams, Joe; Brother James; Aurora, Ill., 5 May 1937; (076631) BBB7022 RCA INT1087
I started down : I started down in Polack Town Williams, Joe; I Won't Be in Hard Luck No More; Aurora, Ill., 5 May 1937; (076641) BBB7065 RCA INT1087
You hear that rumbling : deep down in the ground Williamson, Sonny Boy; Deep Down in the Ground; Aurora, Ill., 17 June 1938; (0208491) BBB7805 RCA INT1088
Well now I knowed a family : lived down in the avenueWilliamson, Sonny Boy; SusieQ ; Aurora, Ill., 17 Dec. 1938; (0308501) BBB7995 RCA INT1088
Well I say I don't live up north : my home is back down in TennesseeWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Insurance Man Blues; Aurora, Ill., 17 Dec. 1938; (0308561) BBB8034 RCA INT1088
Now I want my body buried : way down in Jackson TennesseeWilliamson, Sonny Boy; T. B. Blues; Chicago, 21 July 1939; (040532 ) BBB8333 BC20
Now if I can't come in : let me sit down in front of your doorWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Shotgun Blues; Chicago, 4 Apr. 1941; (064023 ) BBB8731 BC3
Now if I start to jitterbugging : I'll forget my hole down in the groundWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Ground Hog Blues; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1941; (070143 ) BBB9031 BC3
Now if you don't pet me baby : I believe I'll go back down in New OrleansWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Ground Hog Blues; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1941; (070143 ) BBB9031 BC3
Now and if I can't come in : let me sit down in front of your doorWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Broken Hearted Blues; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1941; (070145 ) BBB9031 BC20
Down in Mississippi mama : doing very well Big Bill (Broonzy); Skoodle Do Do; Richmond, Ind., 2 May 1930; (16573) Ge7210 Yz L1035
Down in the levee : Camp Number Nine Bogan, Lucille; Levee Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1927; (43241) Pm12459 Yz L1017
Down in the land of California : sweet home ChicagoDavis, Walter; Don't You Want to Go; Chicago, 5 Dec. 1941; (0704481) BBB9027 RCA INT1085
Down in *Lake* County : in that gumbo mud Estes, Sleepy John; Mary Come On Home; Chicago, 4 June 1940; (93006A) De7814 Sw S1220;
Down in Dixie : there's a dance that's new Hicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Doin' the Scraunch; Atlanta, 5 Dec. 1930; (1510562) Co14591D CC36
Down in Atlanta at the razor ball : even at the razor ballMcTell, Blind Willie; Razor Ball; Atlanta, 17 Apr. 1930; (1502582) Co14551D Yz L1037
Down in dark town : night and day McTell, Blind Willie; Georgia Rag; Atlanta, 31 Oct. 1931; (4050851) OK8924 Yz L1005
Down in Memphis : Tennessee Nickerson, Charlie Bozo; Everybody's Talking About Sadie Green; Memphis, 12 May 1930; (599172) ViV38599 Jo SM3104
Down in Black Mountain : they all shoots quick and straightSmith, Bessie; Black Mountain Blues; New York, 22 July 1930; (1506582) Co14554D Co CL856
Down in that old foundry : trying to roll my cares awayStevens, Vol; Stonewall Blues; Memphis, 29 May 1930; (62542 ) BBB5675 BC2
Down in Alabama : we will have a trial unknown artist (Birmingham Jug Band); Gettin' Ready for Trial; Atlanta, 11 Dec. 1930; (404682C) OK8856 OJL4
Down in old Death Valley : tombstones and old dry bonesWashboard Sam; Evil Blues; Chicago, 4 Nov. 1941; (0703791) BBB8997 RCA LPV577
I'm so worried : downhearted in mind Smith, Clara; Every Woman's Blues; New York, 28 June 1923; (810605) CoA3943 VJM VLP15
I had my ups and downs in life : and bitter times I sawThomas, Henry; Arkansas; Chicago, c. early July 1927; ( ) Vo1286 Rt RL312
*Every midnight dream in the world* : and I don't know howStokes, Frank; Half Cup of Tea; Chicago, c. Aug. 1927; (47742) Pm12531 Rt RL308
I'm dreary in mind : and I'm so worried in heart Smith, Bessie; Shipwreck Blues; New York, 11 June 1931; (1515973) Co14663D Co CL858
See that woman : all dressed in red Bell, Ed; She's a Fool Gal; Atlanta, 4 Dec. 1930; (1510382) Co14595D Rt RL325
You see that woman : all dressed in blue Bell, Ed; She's a Fool Gal; Atlanta, 4 Dec. 1930; (1510382) Co14595D Rt RL325
See that woman : all dressed in white Bell, Ed; She's a Fool Gal; Atlanta, 4 Dec. 1930; (1510382) Co14595D Rt RL325
See that woman : all dressed in dark Bell, Ed; She's a Fool Gal; Atlanta, 4 Dec. 1930; (1510382) Co14595D Rt RL325
Get tired of walking these streets : all dressed in blackBogan, Lucille; They Ain't Walking No More; Chicago, late Mar. 1930; (C5549 ) Br7163 Yz L1017
Tell all the women : please come dressed in red Crudup, Arthur Big Boy; Death Valley Blues; Chicago, 11 Sept. 1941; (0648741) BBB8858 RCA LPV518
Seen a lady coming : all dressed in brown Edwards, Big Boy Teddy; Louise; Chicago, 14 June 1934; (806081) BBB5826 CC3
When I got there : I do declare I spied a form all dressed in whiteJohnson, Alec; Next Week Sometime; Atlanta, 2 Nov. 1928; (1473822) Co14416D CC3
They say you drinks in the alley : on corners or any place you chooseGillum, Bill Jazz; You Drink Too Much Whiskey; Chicago, 5 Dec. 1941; (070445 ) BBB9004 RCA INT1177
We'll drop in : and spend the day Big Bill (Broonzy); Eagle Riding Papa; New York, 9 Apr. 1930; (95951) Ba0712 Yz L1011
Now I'm an old bumblebee : just dropped in your townChatman, Bo; I'm an Old Bumble Bee; Jackson, Miss., 15 Dec. 1930; (404720B) OK8852 RBF RF9
Because I'm a stranger here : just dropped in your townChatman, Bo; I Want You To Know; Atlanta, 25 Oct. 1931; (4050251) OK8935 Yz L1014
Now did you get that letter : dropped in your back yardMcClennan, Tommy; Baby, Don't You Want to Go; Chicago, 22 Nov. 1939; (044245 ) BBB8408 Rt RL305
I've an old five pound ax : and I just dropped in your townPatton, Charley; Jersey Bull Blues; New York, 30 Jan. 1934; (14723 ) Vo02782 Mam S3802
She put [castor oil, black drops] in my coffee : with that [black drops, castor oil] in my teaDavis, Walter; Ashes in My Whiskey; Chicago, 31 Oct. 1935; (962371) BBB6201 RCA INT1085
Wear B V Ds in the winter : traveling around in the rainJefferson, Blind Lemon; Pneumonia Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15669) Pm12880 Mil MLP2013
I'm due in West Texas : and I got to get on the roadBig Bill (Broonzy); Key to the Highway; Chicago, 2 May 1941; (C37451) OK06242 RBF RF1
Now he packs dynamite in his left : he carries a punching rightMartin, Carl; Joe Louis Blues; Chicago, 4 Sept. 1935; (90293A) De7114 Yz L1016
I give her three gold teeth : I put earings in her earsCrudup, Arthur Big Boy; Black Pony Blues; Chicago, 11 Sept. 1941; (0648731) BBB8896 RCA LPV518
She will get up early in the morning : just awhile before dayAlexander, Texas; Work Ox Blues; New York, 15 Nov. 1928; (401330A) OK8658 Sw S1276
Says I moaned early in the morning : moaned late late at nightAlexander, Texas; Awful Moaning BluesPart 2; San Antonio, 15 June 1929; (402644B) OK8731 Rt RL327
Lord it was early in the morning : about the break of dayByrd, John; Billy Goat Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Apr. 1930; (L2892) Pm12997 Yz L1001
I like it early in the morning : I've got to have it late at nightCarr, Leroy; Bread Baker; New York, 17 Dec. 1934; (164321) Vo03296 Yz L1036
You got to get up early in the morning : fix your lunchDorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); If You Want Me to Love You; New York, 5 Feb. 1932; (11242A) Vo1682 Yz L1039
It was early in the evening : sun was going down Edwards, Big Boy Teddy; Louise; Chicago, 14 June 1934; (806081) BBB5826 CC3
I go there early in the morning : and I'll go there late at nightHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); unnamed title; Atlanta, 3 Nov. 1929; (1493471) Co unissued Yz L1012
I get up early in the morning : sweet mama and I comb and curry my horseJackson, Papa Charlie; Coal Man Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1927; (42442) Pm12461 Bio BLP12042
I go there early in the morning : and I goes there late at nightJefferson, Blind Lemon; Mean Jumper Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203802) Pm12631 Mil MLP2007
We fell out early in the morning : baby about the break of dayRoland, Walter; Early in the Morning No. 2; New York, 31 July 1934; (154952) Ba33343 Yz L1017
She say I go early in the morning : baby about the break of dayRoland, Walter; Early in the Morning No. 2; New York, 31 July 1934; (154952) Ba33343 Yz L1017
She said she'd be there early in the morning : baby about the break of dayRoland, Walter; Early in the Morning No. 2; New York, 31 July 1934; (154952) Ba33343 Yz L1017
Unless you go there early in the morning : baby about the break of dayRoland, Walter; Early in the Morning No. 2; New York, 31 July 1934; (154952) Ba33343 Yz L1017
Before it get early in the morning : baby about the break of dayRoland, Walter; Early in the Morning No. 2; New York, 31 July 1934; (154952) Ba33343 Yz L1017
But you have to go down early in the morning : baby about the break of dayWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Early in the Morning; Aurora, Ill., 11 Nov. 1937; (016524 ) BBB7302 RCA INT1175
I'll leave so early in the morning : you know your real man won't never knowWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Shotgun Blues; Chicago, 4 Apr. 1941; (064023 ) BBB8731 BC3
Now I'll leave so early in the morning : that your real man won't never knowWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Broken Hearted Blues; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1941; (070145 ) BBB9031 BC20
I heard you scratching : early in this room Wilson, Leola B.; Down the Country; Chicago, c. Nov. 1926; (40122) Pm12444 Bio BLP12037
Early in the morning : late at night Smith, Clara; I Want My Sweet Daddy Now; New York, 31 Aug. 1923; (811831) CoA3991 VJM VLP15
Don't a man act funny : when a single woman ease in townEstes, Sleepy John; You Shouldn't Do That; Chicago, 24 Sept. 1941; (0649161) BBB8915 BC7
I got eighty in New York : I got ninety in Tupalo Harrison, Smoky; Iggly Oggly Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Dec. 1929; (L801) Pm12920 Rt RL340
Now you are too late baby : because someone else in your stallWashboard Sam; I Laid My Cards on the Table; Chicago, 31 July 1942; (0746861) BB340710 RCA LPV577
Poor evelyn's in jail : with her back turned to the wallJackson, Papa Charlie; Coffee Pot Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1925; (10043?) Pm12264 Yz L1029
Judge they found whiskey : but it wasn't even in her roomMartin, Carl; Good Morning, Judge; Chicago, 8 Jan. 1935; (C882 ) Vo03047 OJL18
I've had more trouble : than ever in my life beforeBlackwell, Francis Scrapper; Trouble BluesPart 1; Chicago, c. 17 Aug. 1928; (C2229 ) Vo1213 Yz L1019
Now if you're ever in Dallas boy : please visit old Elm StreetDavis, Carl (Dallas Jamboree Jug Band); Elm Street Woman Blues Dallas, 20 Sept. 1935; (DAL103 ) Vo03092 BC2
Well if you ever in Chicago : and the times get hardHollins, Tony; Stamp Blues; Chicago, 3 June 1941; (C38431) OK06351 BC5
Ever in Brownsville : go into nineteen Estes, Sleepy John; Tell Me About It; Chicago, 4 June 1940; (93008A) De7766 Sw S1220
Everybody in Brownsville : say he got aplenty of doughEstes, Sleepy John; Tell Me About It; Chicago, 4 June 1940; (93008A) De7766 Sw S1220
Everybody in town : got a butter and egg man but meJackson, Papa Charlie; Butter and Egg Man Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1926; (110691) Pm12358 Bio BLP12042
Everybody in this world : got something that they craveJones, Maggie; Early Every Morn'; New York, 18 Dec. 1924; (1401932) Co14059D VJM VLP23
Everybody in the hall : was googoo eyed Waters, Ethel; At the New Jump Steady Ball; New York, c. May 1922; ( ) BS14128 Bio BLP12022
Big mama : own everything in her neighborhood Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Piney Woods Money Mama; Chicago, c. Mar. 1928; (204082) Pm12650 Mil MLP2004
I did everything in this world : trying to get along with youRupert, Ollie; I Raised My Window and Looked at the Risin' Sun; Memphis, 28 Feb. 1927; (379632) Vi20577 Rt RL323
I did everything in this world : trying to get along with youRupert, Ollie; Ain't Goin' to Be Your Low Down Dog; Memphis, 28 Feb. 1927; (379642) Vi20577 Rt RL323
Give everything in this world mama : that a man ever couldStokes, Frank; Right Now Blues; Memphis, 25 Sept. 1929; (555842) ViV38589 Yz L1018
You know you didn't want me : when you stuck your four eyes in my doorWeaver, Curley; Two Faced Woman; Chicago, 23 Apr. 1935; (C9941A) Ch50065 His HLP31
You was once a good girl : and I had faith in you Gaither, Bill; Georgia Barrel House; Chicago, 12 June 1940; (WC3104A) OK05714 His HLP31
Says I want everybody : fall in line Arnold, Kokomo; The Twelves; Chicago, 18 Jan. 1935; (C9671A) De7083 Say SDR163
Grab your gal : fall in line Blake, Blind; Too Tight; Chicago, c. Sept. 1926; (30592) Pm12431 Bio BLP12031
All you got to do : is to fall in line Bogan, Lucille; My Georgia Grind; Chicago, c. 1 Feb. 1930; (C5347 ) Br unissued Rt RL317
And I heard the jailor say hello : prisoners all fall in lineCarr, Leroy; Eleven TwentyNine Blues; New York, 14 Dec. 1934; (164291) Vo03157 Bio BLPC9
Says run here mama : and fall in your daddy's breastCollins, Sam; Lonesome Road Blues; New York, 8 Oct. 1931; (108361) Ba32669 Yz L1038
Grab your gal : fall in line Howell, Peg Leg; Too Tight Blues; Atlanta, 1 Nov. 1927; (1450621) Co14298D Rt RL316
You ain't done no falling : till you fall in love with meJackson, Papa Charlie; Hot Papa Blues; Chicago, c. Aug. 1925; (22072) Pm12305 Bio BLP12042
After all the good women in this world : why did I have to fall in love with youJohnson, Lonnie; I'm Nuts Over You; Chicago, 8 Nov. 1937; (91346A) De7397 Sw S1225
*Feel like voting* : fall in line Manning, Leola; The Blues Is All Wrong; Knoxville, Tenn., c. Apr. 1930; (K8089 ) Vo1529 Yz L1015
And every man I fall in love with : he loving someone elseMemphis Minnie; It's Hard to Be Mistreated; Chicago, 12 Nov. 1936; (C16711) Vo03474 BC1
Women fall in line : with a big washtub Tampa Red (Hudson Whittaker); The Duck YasYasYas; Chicago, c. 16 May 1929; (C3485 ) Vo1277 Yz L1039
To fall in love : with every man you see Thomas, Elvie; Motherless Child Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Apr. 1930; (L2642) Pm12977 OJL2
Well seem like she fall in love : ooo well with every lowdown rascal she meetsWheatstraw, Peetie; Low Down Rascal; New York, 18 Feb. 1936; (60507A) De7200 Say SDR192
I been fastened in this haunted house : six long months todayJohnson, Lonnie; Blue Ghost Blues; New York, 9 Nov. 1927; (81802B) OK8557 CC30
Stay with them Indian chiefs : be my fatherinlaw Lofton, Cripple Clarence; Streamline Train; probably Chicago, c. 1936 1938; ( ) private record Yz L1025
That dirty big chief Indian : Lord can be my fatherinlawShade, Will; Memphis BoyBlues; Chicago, 9 June 1927; (386591) Vi20809 Rt RL337
Then I scampered away : with fear in my heart Beaman, Lottie; Wayward Girl Blues; Richmond, Ind., c. Aug. 1928; (14161A) Ge6607 OJL6
You're a nogood woman : you don't feel in your hardworking man's careShort, Jaydee; Barefoot Blues; New York, 14 Mar. 1932; (11475 ) Vo1704 Yz L1003
When I'm dead and gone : and six feet in the groundCarr, Leroy; Take a Walk Around the Corner; New York, 14 Aug. 1934; (15604 ) Vo02986 Co C30496
She will put you in jail : six feet in the ground Fuller, Blind Boy; Crooked Woman Blues; New York, 7 Mar. 1940; (26619A) Vo05527 Rt RL318
I would rather be dead : and six feet in my grave James, Skip; Cypress Grove Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1931; (L7472) Pm13088 Bio BLP12029
Baby now she's dead : and six feet in the ground Thomas, Elvie; Motherless Child Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Apr. 1930; (L2642) Pm12977 OJL2
Well the woman I'm loving : she's six feet in the clayVincson, Walter (Mississippi Sheiks); The New Stop and Listen Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. July 1932; (L15513) Pm13134 Yz L1014
Now when she's dead : six feet in the clay Wilber, Bill (Joe Wilbur McCoy); My Babe My Babe; Chicago, 22 July 1935; (90198A) Ch50053 OJL8
I feel like sinking : six feet in the lonesome groundWillis, Ruth Mary; Painful Blues; Atlanta, 23 Oct. 1931; (1519071) Co14642D Yz L1037
She sleeps in the kitchen : with her feets in the hallJohnson, Robert; They're Red Hot; San Antonio, 27 Nov. 1936; (SA26271) ARC70757 Co C30034
Her feets in the kitchen : her head's in the hall Shade, Will; Take Your Fingers Off It; Chicago, 7 Nov. 1934; (C793 ) Vo03175 Jo SM3104
I never had so much trouble : till I fell in love with another man's wifeRed Nelson (Nelson Wilborn); Sweetest Thing Born; Chicago, 6 Feb. 1936; (90605A) De7155 Cor CP58
Until : I fell in love with you Smith, Clara; I'm Gonna Tear Your Playhouse Down; New York, 18 Jan. 1924; (814951) Co14013D VJM VLP16
When I first met you : I thought I fell in good luckSpivey, Sweet Pease (Addie Spivey); Double Dozens; Chicago, 12 Aug. 1936; (90787C) De7204 AH158
I was doing all right : till I fell in love with youTurner, Joe; Blues on Central Avenue; Los Angeles, 8 Sept. 1941; (DLA2739A) De7889 Br87.504
Till I fell in love with you : and found out you was somebody else's wifeTurner, Joe; Blues on Central Avenue; Los Angeles, 8 Sept. 1941; (DLA2739A) De7889 Br87.504
Now when this little woman that you been loving : have fell in love with Mr soandsoWilliamson, Sonny Boy; The Right Kind of Life; Aurora, Ill., 17 Dec. 1938; (0308551) BBB8034 RCA INT1088
Tell me baby : what fault do you find in me Bogan, Lucille; You Got to Die Some Day; New York, 30 July 1934; (154772) ARC60463 Rt RL317
I got up this morning : I made a fire in my stove Memphis Minnie; Crazy Cryin' Blues; Chicago, c. 30 Jan. 1931; (VO112A) Vo1678 BC13
I woke up this morning : to make a fire in the stovePope, Jenny; Bull Frog Blues; Memphis, c. Feb. 1930; (MEM757A) Vo1522 His HLP15
There's a fire in my range : bakes nice and brown Smith, Clara; Mama's Gone Goodbye; New York, 20 Sept. 1924; (1400534) Co14039D VJM VLP17
Raised in the country : first in town Williams, Joe; Break 'Em On Down; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1941; (0704871) BBB8969 BC21
I'm going to make friends : with the fish in the deep blue seaJefferson, Blind Lemon; Teddy Bear Blues; Chicago, c. June 1927; (45672) Pm12487 Mil MLP2007
I'm going to fish in southern women : I declare it's out the bookJefferson, Blind Lemon; Southern Woman Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15667) Pm12899 Mil MLP2013
If the fishes in the water had my blues : they'd dieColeman, Jaybird; No More Good Water; Birmingham, Ala., c. 11 Aug. 1927; (GEX800) Ge6276 OJL14
Some lowdown scoundrel : been fishing in my pond Chatman, Bo; Old Devil; San Antonio, 22 Oct. 1938; (0278781) BBB8093 Yz L1007
I got dead shrimps here : someone is fishing in my pondJohnson, Robert; Dead Shrimp Blues; San Antonio, 27 Nov. 1936; (SA26282) ARC70481 Co C30034
I got dead shrimps here : someone's fishing in my pondJohnson, Robert; Dead Shrimp Blues; San Antonio, 27 Nov. 1936; (SA26282) ARC70481 Co C30034
Louise I believe : somebody baby is fishing in my pondTemple, Johnnie; Louise Louise Blues; Chicago, 12 Nov. 1936; (90981A) De7244 Cor CP58
Oh now because this little key that I got : oh well well it won't fit in that little lock no moreWilliamson, Sonny Boy; My Baby Made a Change; Chicago, 4 Apr. 1941; (064022 ) BBB8766 BC20
I got a barrelhouse flat in *Eastport* : and one I St Louis tooJohnson, Mary; Barrel House Flat Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1930; (L1762) Pm12996 CC37
But my barrelhouse flat in *Eastport* : really get *my ???*Johnson, Mary; Barrel House Flat Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1930; (L1762) Pm12996 CC37
I got a barrelhouse flat in Chicago : it's fifteen stories highJohnson, Mary; Barrel House Flat Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1930; (L1762) Pm12996 CC37
Babe just as sure as a blackbird : flies in the skies aboveMcCoy, Charlie; Last Time Blues; Memphis, c. 22 Sept. 1929; (M176 ) Br7141 Yz L1001
Just as sure as a bluebird : flies in the skies aboveTorey, George; Lonesome Man Blues; Birmingham, Ala., 2 Apr. 1937; (B651) ARC70857 Yz L1002
So much trouble : floating in the air Lewis, Furry; Dry Land Blues; Memphis, 28 Aug. 1928; (454291) Vi23345 Yz L1021
Says they don't do nothing : but fly in *frosty* wingsHarrison, Smoky; Iggly Oggly Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Dec. 1929; (L801) Pm12920 Rt RL340
Just as sure as the birds : fly in the sky above King David; I Can Deal Worry; Atlanta, 11 Dec. 1930; (404668A) OK8901 Rt RL311
Just as sure as a sparrow mama : babe flying in the airLincoln, Charley; Hard Luck Blues; Atlanta, 4 Nov. 1927; (1451042) Co14272D His HLP4
I met my bumblebee this morning : as it flying in the doorMemphis Minnie; Bumble Bee; Memphis, 20 Feb. 1930; (MEM773 ) Vo1476 His HLP2
Now the folks in Georgia : they done got wild Jackson, Papa Charlie; Shake That Thing; Chicago, c. May 1925; (2120?) Pm12281 Yz L1029
White folks in the parlor playing cards : and they're serving their cake and teaJefferson, Blind Lemon; Piney Woods Money Mama; Chicago, c. Mar. 1928; (204082) Pm12650 Mil MLP2004
*With food in my craw* : I goes there for *spending place*Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Saturday Night Spender Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1929; (212012) Pm12771 Rt RL335
Your right foot in mama : your left one out Big Bill (Broonzy); Skoodle Do Do; New York, 9 Apr. 1930; (96012) Pe157 Yz L1011
She sleeps in the kitchen : one foot in the hall Jaxon, Frankie Half Pint; Callin' Corrine; New York, 19 May 1939; (65608A) De7619 AH158
Old trouble killed my sister : got me one foot in my graveLucas, Jane; Double Trouble Blues; Richmond, Ind., 19 Nov. 1930; (17285) Ch16289 Yz L1035
One for in the morning : one for late at night McTell, Blind Willie; Three Women Blues; Atlanta, 17 Oct. 1928; (471852) ViV38001 Yz L1005
For in this time tomorrow : I'll be laying in the county jailSmith, Clara; Court House Blues; New York, 3 Apr. 1925; (1404921) Co14073D CC32
Charlie grabbed his girl : and he *crow forked* inMcTell, Blind Willie; Razor Ball; Atlanta, 17 Apr. 1930; (1502582) Co14551D Yz L1037
Mean blues spirits : stuck their forks in me Smith, Bessie; Blue Spirit Blues; New York, 11 Oct. 1929; (1491343) Co14527D Co CL858
Boll weevil told his wife : let's take this forty inPatton, Charley; Mississippi Bo Weavil Blues; Richmond, Ind., 14 June 1929; (15211) Pm12805 Yz L1020
Now I'm going out this morning : my fortyfive in my handCarr, Leroy; Take a Walk Around the Corner; New York, 14 Aug. 1934; (15604 ) Vo02986 Co C30496
Well they beat me and they search me : fortyfive in my sideMcMullen, Fred; De Kalb Chain Blues; New York, 18 Jan. 1933; (12936 ) Ba32784 BC5
And now I walked all night long : with my fortyfour in my handSykes, Roosevelt; 44 Blues; New York, 14 June 1929; (402451A) OK8702 His HLP5
I walked on and on : with my fortyfour in my handWiggins, James Boodle It; FortyFour Blues; Richmond, Ind., 12 Oct. 1929; (15768A) Pm12860 OJL15
I ain't got a friend in the world : and all my money's goneSykes, Roosevelt; All My Money Gone Blues; New York, 14 June 1929; (402452A) OK8727 Yz L1033
Now when you get your women : and she act funny in every wayMcClennan, Tommy; Drop Down Mama; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1940; (0537411) BBB8704 Rt RL305
I'm looking funny in my eyes : and I believe I'm fixing to dieWhite, Washington; Fixin' to Die Blues; Chicago, 8 Mar. 1940; (WC2989A) Vo05588 Co C30036
Says the Good Book tells me : that I got a good gal in this world some whereArnold, Kokomo; Sissy Man Blues; Chicago, 15 Jan. 1935; (C9654A) De7050 CC25
I got a good gal in town : but she don't treat me rightCollins, Sam; Loving Lady Blues; Richmond, Ind., c. 23 Apr. 1927; (12739) Ge6146 OJL10
You think : you the bestlooking gal in town Fuller, Blind Boy; Piccolo Rag; New York, 5 Apr. 1938; (226771) OK06437 BC11
I got a gal in Alabama : gal in Tennessee Henry, Hound Head; My Silver Dollar Mama; Chicago, 17 Oct. 1928; (C2452 ) Vo1288 His HLP2
I got a gal in Alabama : gal in Tennessee Henry, Hound Head; My Silver Dollar Mama; Chicago, 17 Oct. 1928; (C2452 ) Vo1288 His HLP2
Skinny gal in the summer : may be all right Hicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Freeze to Me Mama; Atlanta, 3 Nov. 1929; (1493452) Co14507D CC36
But a fat gal in the winter : just too tight Hicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Freeze to Me Mama; Atlanta, 3 Nov. 1929; (1493452) Co14507D CC36
But the gal in Louisville : has got the best *clothes*Jackson, Jim; Hesitation Blues; Memphis, c. Feb. 1930; (MEM804 ) Vo1477 Her H205
Want to talk to my gal in South Carolina : who looks like a Indian squawJefferson, Blind Lemon; Long Distance Moan; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15670A) Pm12852 Mil MLP2013
Look here Mr jailkeeper : put another gal in my stallSmith, Bessie; JailHouse Blues; New York, 21 Sept. 1923; (812262) CoA4001 Co CL855
I'm got a gal in the country : I'm got two that stays in townStokes, Frank; Downtown Blues; Memphis, 1 Feb. 1928; (418221) Vi21272 BC5
I got a gal in the country : got two that stays in townStokes, Frank; Downtown Blues; Memphis, 1 Feb. 1928; (418222) Vi unissued His HLP31
She is the sweetest : gal in town Walker, Willie; South Carolina Rag; Atlanta, 6 Dec. 1930; (151065 ) Co14578D OJL18
I got a gal in East St Louis : she lives in Polack TownWilliams, Joe; I Won't Be in Hard Luck No More; Aurora, Ill., 5 May 1937; (076641) BBB7065 RCA INT1087
I went to gamble in Cuba : I went to gamble in SpainCampbell, Bob; Dice's Blues; New York, 30 July 1934; (154831) Vo02830 Rt RL340
I went to gamble in Cuba : I went to gamble in SpainCampbell, Bob; Dice's Blues; New York, 30 July 1934; (154831) Vo02830 Rt RL340
I am a rambling gambling man : I gamble in many townsThomas, Henry; Arkansas; Chicago, c. early July 1927; ( ) Vo1286 Rt RL312
Big crap game in the hall : started in to fight McTell, Blind Willie; Razor Ball; Atlanta, 17 Apr. 1930; (1502582) Co14551D Yz L1037
I got a gang in Third Alley : don't know where I amSmith, Ivy; Third Alley Blues; Chicago, c. Jan. 1927; (40941) Pm12447 His HLP2
Gang in the west : say the cops is so hard Jaxon, Frankie Half Pint; It's Heated; Chicago, 11 June 1929; (C3585 ) Vo1539 Yz L1039
And my mind got to rambling : like the wild geese in the westThomas, Ramblin' (Willard Thomas); Ramblin' Mind Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203392) Pm12616 Bio BLP12004
My mind begin to ramble : like wild geese in the westVincson, Walter (Mississippi Sheiks); Your Good Man Caught the Train and Gone; Jackson, Miss., 15 Dec. 1930; (404710A) OK8905 Mam S3804
And when she get in trouble : that rounder can't be foundBaker, Willie; WeakMinded Blues; Richmond, Ind., 10 Jan. 1929; (14668) Spt9427 Yz L1012
And when she get in trouble : that rounder can't be foundBaker, Willie; WeakMinded Blues; Richmond, Ind., 11 Mar. 1929; (14896) Ge6751 Her H201
When you get in trouble : haven't got a friend Big Bill (Broonzy); Worrying You Off My MindPart 1; New York, 29 Mar. 1932; (16606?) Ba32559 Yz L1035
Yes if you get in trouble : call on a *car* about fortyfiveBonds, Son (Sleepy John Estes); 80 Highway Blues; Chicago, 24 Sept. 1941; (0649211) BBB8927 BC7
When I get in trouble : she is the last one that I seeCarr, Leroy; Hurry Down Sunshine; St. Louis, 20 Feb. 1934; (SL43) Vo02741 Co C30496
Put the key in the hole : and can't get in Covington, Blind Bogus Ben; It's a Fight Like That; Chicago, c. 9 Oct. 1928; (C4630 ) Br7121 Rt RL325
If you let me get in your saddle : and just try me one timeDavis, Walter; Let Me in Your Saddle; Chicago, 21 July 1939; (0405111) BBB8282 RCA INT1085
And if you let me get in your saddle mama : I may ride the way you likeDavis, Walter; Let Me in Your Saddle; Chicago, 21 July 1939; (0405111) BBB8282 RCA INT1085
Just let me get in your saddle baby : I ain't going to never do no wrongDavis, Walter; Let Me in Your Saddle; Chicago, 21 July 1939; (0405111) BBB8282 RCA INT1085
Lord I ain't going to stop walking : till I get in sweet mama's doorEstes, Sleepy John; The Girl I Love, She Got Long Curly Hair; Memphis, 24 Sept. 1929; (555811) ViV38549 RBF RF8
I'm going to get in my airplane I'm going to get in my airplane : I'm going to ride all over I'm Estes, Sleepy John; Airplane Blues; New York, 3 Aug. 1935; (62482A) De7354 Sw S1219
I'm going to get in my airplane I'm going to get in my airplane : I'm going to ride all over I'm Estes, Sleepy John; Airplane Blues; New York, 3 Aug. 1935; (62482A) De7354 Sw S1219
If you get in trouble in Grossbeck : they going to send you to penitentiary flyingJefferson, Blind Lemon; Blind Lemon's Penitentiary Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203632) Pm12666 Mil MLP2013
I found a ??? competition : he better not get in townJefferson, Blind Lemon; Competition Bed Blues; Chicago, c. July 1928; (207492) Pm12728 Rt RL306
I'm going to get in a cannon : and let them blow me out to seaJefferson, Blind Lemon; Dynamite Blues; Chicago, c. Jan. 1929; (210961) Pm12739 Rt RL301
I'll get in your pocket : and follow you everywhereJohnson, Elizabeth; Be My Kid Blues; New York, 30 Oct. 1928; (401279B) OK8789 Her H201
I wouldn't have no lights : but the lightman couldn't get inJohnson, Lil; House Rent Scuffle; Chicago, c. 29 June 1929; (C3749 ) Vo1410 Yz L1039
You going to run over some of these mornings : papa swear you can't get inJordan, Luke; Church Bells Blues; Charlotte, N.C., 16 Aug. 1927; (398191) Vi unissued RCA INT1175
I get in Kansas City : I be hard to find Ledbetter, Huddie; Kansas City Papa; New York, 24 Jan. 1935; (166971) ARC unissued Bio BLP12013
Crying I wouldn't get in trouble : to save nobody's soulLofton, Willie; Dark Road Blues; Chicago, 1 Nov. 1935; (96257 ) BBB6229 Yz L1007
When you get in trouble : you can always tell who's your friendLucas, Jane; Double Trouble Blues; Richmond, Ind., 19 Nov. 1930; (17285) Ch16289 Yz L1035
Bluebird when you get in Jackson : don't tell nobody I'm homeMcClennan, Tommy; Bluebird Blues; Chicago, 20 Feb. 1942; (074107 ) BBB9037 RCA LPV518
Did you ever get in trouble : and they take you down to jailMcClure, Matthew; Prisoner's Blues; Richmond, Ind., 22 Sept. 1932; (18798) Ch18514 Riv RM8819
Key in the hole : but he couldn't get in Macon, Ed; Wringing that Thing; Atlanta, 12 Mar. 1929; (402289A) OK8676 Mel MLP7324
When you get in Memphis : pretty mama look around for meMcTell, Blind Willie; Ticket Agent Blues; Chicago, 25 Apr. 1935; (C9954A) De7078 Yz L1037
You going to get in the wrong cave : like Floyd Collins didNickerson, Charlie Bozo; Cave Man Blues; Memphis, 21 May 1930; (599622) ViV38605 Mel MLP7324;
Just get in the saddle : tighten up on your reins Patton, Charley; Pony Blues; Richmond, Ind., 14 June 1929; (15216) Pm12792 Yz L1020
When you get in trouble : there's no use of screaming and cryingPatton, Charley; Tom Rushen Blues; Richmond, Ind., 14 June 1929; (15222A) Pm12877 Yz L1020
Lord I ain't going to stop walking : till I get in my rider's doorPatton, Charley; Moon Going Down; Grafton, Wis., c. 28 May 1930; (L4321) Pm13014 Yz L1020
Oh you ever get in jail : boy and you have no friendsStevens, Vol; Stonewall Blues; Memphis, 29 May 1930; (62542 ) BBB5675 BC2
He see in the hole : but he couldn't get in Tampa Red (Hudson Whittaker); It's Tight Like That; Chicago, c. Sept. 1928; ( ) Vo1216 His HLP1
Know you can play : when you get in hell Vincson, Walter (Mississippi Sheiks); Shake Hands and Tell Me Goodbye; Atlanta, 25 Oct. 1931; (4050201) OK8951 Mam S3804
And I ain't going to stop : until I get in my baby's doorWashboard Sam; I'm Feeling Low Down; Chicago, 26 June 1941; (0644821) BBB8878 RCA LPV577
When you get in Tallahassee : put your money down in your shoeWashington, Louis; Tallahassee Woman; New York, 18 Jan. 1934; (146371) Ba33105 Fly LP103
When you get in Tallahassee : your woman put a *method* on youWashington, Louis; Tallahassee Woman; New York, 18 Jan. 1934; (146371) Ba33105 Fly LP103
When I get in my bed mama : baby tighten up on your reinsWilliams, Joe; My Grey Pony; Chicago, 25 Feb. 1935; (85491 ) BBB5948 RBF RF14
Get in the luck : I ain't going to eat no more Chatman, Bo; Beans; San Antonio, 26 Mar. 1934; (826121) BBB5629 Yz L1014
Get in Dark Town : to break them down McTell, Blind Willie; Georgia Rag; Atlanta, 31 Oct. 1931; (4050851) OK8924 Yz L1005
Get in a shape : like a fishing worm Smith, Trixie; Black Bottom Hop; New York, c. Dec. 1925; (23641) Pm12336 CC29
Get in this bed : and give papa every pound of yourWhistlin' Rufus; Sweet Jelly Rollin'; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1933; (77305 ) BBB5306 Rt RL334
[I'm going to wake, well I'm going to get] in the morning : I believe I'll dust my bedWilliams, Joe; Highway 49; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1941; (0704851) BBB9025 RBF RF11
We gets in the bed : and we stay there a great long timeAlexander, Texas; Easy Rider Blues; Fort Worth, 30 Sept. 1934; (FW1138) Vo02856 Yz L1010
When a man gets in trouble : every woman throws him downColeman, Jaybird; Man Trouble Blues; Birmingham, Ala., c. 3 Aug. 1927; (GEX771) Ge6245 OJL8
When a man gets in trouble : every woman throws him downColeman, Jaybird; Man Trouble Blues; Atlanta, 22 Apr. 1930; (1506311) Co14534D Rt RL313
When a woman gets in trouble : everybody throws her downJohnson, Robert; Come On in My Kitchen; San Antonio, 23 Nov. 1936; (SA25851) ARC unissued Co CL1654
Every good man : gets in hard luck sometimes Ledbetter, Huddie; Honey, I'm All Out and Down; New York, 23 Jan. 1935; (166882) Ba33359 Rt RL315
When a man gets in tough luck : nobody wants him aroundMcCoy, Robert Lee; Tough Luck; Aurora, Ill., 5 May 1937; (076551) BBB7115 Rt RL321
Because each and every gambler : gets in hard luck sometimesMemphis Minnie; Georgia Skin; Memphis, 29 May 1930; (62540 ) Vi23352 His HLP32
It's that I don't begin to see you worry : hon' until I gets in the neighborhood of your houseRachel, James Yank; Squeaky Work Bench Blues; New York, 6 Feb. 1934; (147922) Ba33047 Yz L1021
Walk with my good girl in the daytime : walk with her at nightCalicott, Joe; Traveling Mama Blues; Memphis, c. 21 Feb. 1930; (MEM779 ) Br7166 Yz L1009
Now I've got a girl in Brownsville : she lives down on *Buliphant* LaneEstes, Sleepy John; Down South Blues; Chicago, 9 July 1935; (90094A) Ch50001 Sw S1219
I've got a girl in Memphis : she's all right Jackson, Jim; Hesitation Blues; Memphis, c. Feb. 1930; (MEM804 ) Vo1477 Her H205
But the girl in Cincinnati : is just too tight Jackson, Jim; Hesitation Blues; Memphis, c. Feb. 1930; (MEM804 ) Vo1477 Her H205
I'm got a girl in Cairo : loves me I know Jackson, Jim; Hesitation Blues; Memphis, c. Feb. 1930; (MEM804 ) Vo1477 Her H205
I got a girl in Cuba : I got a girl in Spain Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Dry Southern Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1926; (24751) Pm12347 Bio BLP12000
I got a girl in Cuba : I got a girl in Spain Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Dry Southern Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1926; (24751) Pm12347 Bio BLP12000
I got a girl in *North Clifton* : *hollering for a good longlegged man* tooJefferson, Blind Lemon; Booger Rooger Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; (30882) Pm12425 Bio BLP12015
I got a girl in Texas : I got a brown in TennesseeJefferson, Blind Lemon; Rambler Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200402) Pm12541 Bio BLP12015
I got a letter : from my girl in the room Johnson, Robert; They're Red Hot; San Antonio, 27 Nov. 1936; (SA26271) ARC70757 Co C30034
I pick this one in San Antone : I don't know what this poor girl in Dallas going to doJones, Little Hat; New Two Sixteen Blues; San Antonio, 15 June 1929; (402647A) OK8712 His HLP32
I've got a girl in Chicago : she loves to hear me blow my lonesome hornLockwood, Robert; Little Boy Blue; Chicago, 30 July 1941; (064640 ) BBB8820 BC7
Sometimes I believe : you the sweetest girl in townMcCoy, Robert Lee; Friar's Point Blues; Chicago, 5 June 1940; (93037A) De7819 Rt RL319
Prettiest girl in Atlanta : come stepping up to my doorMcTell, Blind Willie; Atlanta Strut; Atlanta, 30 Oct. 1929; (1492992) Co14657D Yz L1037
I've got a girl in Texas : she lives four miles from townSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Corn Whiskey Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1931; (VO127 ) Vo1633 Yz L1031
I got a letter this morning : from that girl in RomeVirgial, Otto; Little Girl in Rome; Chicago, 31 Oct. 1935; (962401) BBB6213 Mam S3802
Girl in the bakershop : she hollered papa don't look so sadJefferson, Blind Lemon; Bakershop Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15668) Pm12852 Mil MLP2013
Take my gal to the door : but she wouldn't go in Baker, Willie; Mama, Don't Rush Me Blues; Memphis, c. 25 Sept. 1929; (14666) Ge6766 His HLP22
If you go in Boogie Alley : you better take you fortyfourBogan, Lucille; Down in Boogie Alley; New York, 1 Aug. 1934; (155082) Ba33149 Rt RL317
Just let you know they want some other man now : go in the bed in the place of youChatman, Bo; Bo Carter's Advice; New Orleans, 15 Oct. 1936; (026161) BBB7073 Yz L1014
You know the children can go in the daytime : ooh boys and the old folks have it at nightEstes, Sleepy John; Working Man Blues; Chicago, 24 Sept. 1941; (0649261) BBB8950 RBF RF8
Sluefoot Mose and crosseyed Joe : didn't go in at allMcTell, Blind Willie; Razor Ball; Atlanta, 17 Apr. 1930; (1502582) Co14551D Yz L1037
Mmm : stinger go in my right arm Memphis Minnie; Bumble Bee Blues; Memphis, 26 May 1930; (599932) ViV38599 BC7
You know a cleanface man : don't go in no cave Nickerson, Charlie Bozo; Cave Man Blues; Memphis, 21 May 1930; (599622) ViV38605 Mel MLP7324;
I says go get your hat baby : let's go in the woodsRoland, Walter; Early in the Morning No. 2; New York, 31 July 1934; (154952) Ba33343 Yz L1017
But everywhere you go in Kokomo baby : you find the women there breaking them downSpruell, Freddie; Mr. Freddie's Kokomo Blues; Chicago, 12 Apr. 1935; (85786 ) BBB5995 Mam S3802
Go in your kitchen : Lord and cook until she come homeEstes, Sleepy John; The Girl I Love, She Got Long Curly Hair; Memphis, 24 Sept. 1929; (555811) ViV38549 RBF RF8
Woman I can't stand it : God in heaven do know itWilkins, Robert; Jail House Blues; Memphis, 8 Sept. 1928; (45499 ) Vi23379 Yz L1002
He ain't worth the salt : that goes in his bread Smith, Clara; My Doggone Lazy Man; New York, 31 Jan. 1924; (815122) Co14016D VJM VLP16
I'm going in the morning : and I don't even care James, Jesse; Lonesome Day Blues; Chicago, 3 June 1936; (90762A) De7213 AH158
Going to leave on the Sunshine Special : going in on the Santa FeJefferson, Blind Lemon; Sunshine Special; Chicago, c. Oct. 1927; (20066?) Pm12593 Mil MLP2007
They are going through the bushes : and they are going inKelly, Jack; Red Ripe Tomatoes; New York, 1 Aug. 1933; (137142) Ba32844 OJL4
I'm going in the cave : at the sounding of the drumsNickerson, Charlie Bozo; Cave Man Blues; Memphis, 21 May 1930; (599622) ViV38605 Mel MLP7324;
I'm going in the morning : ain't going to lose no timeNickerson, Charlie Bozo; Got a Letter from My Darlin'; Memphis, 26 Nov. 1930; (64731 ) Vi23267 Rt RL337
Going in one of these alleys : get me [some lonesome, a quart of this] boozeMcTell, Blind Willie; LoveChanging Blues; Atlanta, 29 Nov. 1929; (566351) ViV38580 Yz L1005
If you do good in the day : you'll go and do wrong at nightMcCoy, Robert Lee; Friar's Point Blues; Chicago, 5 June 1940; (93037A) De7819 Rt RL319
Doctor said she do me more good in a day : than he would in all of his daysWhite, Washington; High Fever Blues; Chicago, 8 Mar. 1940; (WC2987A) Vo05489 Co C30036
My mind got to traveling : like the wild goose in the westWallace, Sippie; Bedroom Blues; Chicago, 20 Nov. 1926; (9930A) OK8439 Sw S1240
She made me mad : and I've got in my gin Blake, Blind; Fightin' the Jug; Richmond, Ind., 20 July 1929; (15250) Pm12863 Bio BLP12037
I want to roll your lemon baby : soon as I got in Chatman, Bo; Let Me Roll Your Lemon; New Orleans, 19 Jan. 1935; (876241) BBB5861 Yz L1034
Now once I got in trouble : you know I was going to take a rideEstes, Sleepy John; Lawyer Clark Blues; Chicago, 24 Sept. 1941; (0649241) BBB8871 RCA LPV518
Well it's mama mama mama : what that you got in that gripJordan, Charley; Stack O' Dollars Blues; Chicago, c. mid June 1930; (C5834 ) Vo1557 Yz L1018
Now got in tough luck : all my people dead and goneMcCoy, Robert Lee; Tough Luck; Aurora, Ill., 5 May 1937; (076551) BBB7115 Rt RL321
Now when I got in tough luck : my pigmeat didn't treat me rightMcCoy, Robert Lee; Tough Luck; Aurora, Ill., 5 May 1937; (076551) BBB7115 Rt RL321
What is that mama : you got in that sack McTell, Blind Willie; It's a Good Little Thing; New York, 14 Sept. 1933; (140101) Vo02622 Yz L1037
What I got in these sacks on my back man : you don't know honey knowShort, Jaydee; Snake Doctor Blues; New York, 14 Mar. 1932; (11474 ) Vo1704 Yz L1003
Lord I know many of you mens wondering : what the snake doctor man got in his handShort, Jaydee; Snake Doctor Blues; New York, 14 Mar. 1932; (11474 ) Vo1704 Yz L1003
Housedance blues boys : *still got in the drink* Speckled Red (Rufus Perryman); House Dance Blues; Memphis, 22 Sept. 1929; (M184 ) Br7137 OJL20
By time I got in the house : getting ready to have a little funStokes, Frank; Its a Good Thing; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200442) Pm12518 Bio BLP12041
I said sweet papa : put some grease in my pot Carter, Margaret; I Want Plenty of Grease in My Frying Pan; New York, Aug. 1926; (107041) Pat7511 His HLP15
Elder Green's in town : and he's going around Jackson, Papa Charlie; I'm Alabama Bound; Chicago, c. May 1925; (21442) Pm12289 Yz L1029
Lord they will even laugh and grin in your face : Lord they don't mean you no goodShade, Will; Feed Your Friend with a Long Handled Spoon; Memphis, 27 Sept. 1929; (555981) ViV38578 Rt RL311
Grin in your face : and then they'll talk about youJohnson, Lil; Never Let Your Left Hand Know What Your Right Hand Do; Chicago, 23 Apr. 1929; (C3355 ) Vo1299 His HLP2
Then I went down the alley : with my gatling gun in my handArnold, Kokomo; Black Annie; Chicago, 5 Feb. 1935; (C9777A) De7092 Say SDR163
Carries a gun in her pocket : a dagger in her hairBlake, Blind; Notoriety Woman Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1928; (208752) Pm12754 Bio BLP12031;
I feel like snapping : my big gun in your face Blind Percy; Fourteenth Street Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1927; (201802) Pm12584 Rt RL327
Get your habit in your hand mama : Lord Lord get on down the roadJames, Skip; If You Haven't Got Any Hay Get on Down the Road; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1931; (L7661) Pm13066 Bio BLP12029
I'm going to tell everybody : what bad luck I've had in my lifeArnold, Kokomo; Bad Luck Blues; New York, 12 May 1938; (63753A) De7540 CC25
I don't have the good times people : that I have had in my life so longDavis, Walter; Minute Man BluesPart 1; Chicago, 25 Feb. 1935; (854821) BBB5965 RCA INT1085
Take my thirtytwo twenty : I cut her half in two James, Skip; 2220 Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1931; (L7651) Pm13066 Bio BLP12029
Take my thirtytwo twenty : and I can cut her half in twoJohnson, Robert; 3220 Blues; San Antonio, 26 Nov. 1936; (SA26161) ARC70460 Co CL1654
Feel like cutting my man : half in two Jones, Maggie; Dangerous Blues; New York, 1 Apr. 1925; (1404893) Co14070D VJM VLP23
But if you'll allow me a chance : I'll gnaw your backbone half in twoMcTell, Blind Willie; Talking to Myself; Atlanta, 17 Apr. 1930; (1502572) Co14551D Yz L1005
If you allow me a chance : I will gnaw your backbone half in twoThomas, Ramblin' (Willard Thomas); Back Gnawing Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203442) Pm12609 Bio BLP12004
Well money and pretty women : running hand in handBig Bill (Broonzy); Worrying You Off My MindPart 1; New York, 29 Mar. 1932; (16606?) Ba32559 Yz L1035
Blues and trouble : both running hand in hand Blackwell, Francis Scrapper; Back Door Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Nov. 1931; (18221) Ch16361 Yz L1019
Now blues and trouble : go walk hand in hand Bogan, Lucille; Man Stealer Blues; New York, 7 Mar. 1935; (169972) ARC350913 Rt RL317
When you see two women : running hand in hand for longBracey, Ishman; Bust Up Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Mar. 1930; (L2412) Pm13038 Her H205
She got her hand in her toodleum : up to her wristDavis, Walter; I Can Tell By the Way You Smell; Chicago, 28 July 1935; (914331) BBB6059 Yz L1025
Got to closen up together : join one hand in hand Edwards, Frank; We Got to Get Together; Chicago, 28 May 1941; (C38121) OK06393 BC6
Now when you see two women : running hand in hand Evans, Joe; Shook It This Morning Blues; New York, 21 May 1931; (106652) Or8083 Yz L1015
When you see two of you women : going hand in handFlorence, Nellie ; Midnight Weeping Blues; Atlanta, 21 Apr. 1928; (1461752) Co14342D OJL6
When you see two women : always running hand in handHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Motherless Chile Blues; Atlanta, 5 Nov. 1927; (1451341) Co14299D RBF RF15
You put your hand in your pocket : and you ain't got the priceHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); We Sure Got Hard Times Now; Atlanta, 18 Apr. 1930; (1502731) Co14558D CC36
They tell me blues and trouble : walk hand in handJohnson, Lonnie; When You Fall For Someone That's Not Your Own; New York, 16 Nov. 1928; (401336B) OK8635 CC30
Because she was evil : wouldn't work hand in hand McCoy, Joe; Evil Devil Woman Blues; Chicago, 16 Aug. 1934; (C9299A) De7822 BC5
When you see two women : running hand in hand McTell, Blind Willie; Stole Rider Blues; Atlanta, 18 Oct. 1927; (403092) Vi21124 Yz L1037
I believe that if I had my sweet woman's heart : in my hand in my handMcTell, Blind Willie; Drive Away Blues; Atlanta, 26 Nov. 1929; (565991) ViV38580 Yz L1005
I walked through the alley : with my hand in my coatMemphis Minnie; Nothin in Rambling; Chicago, 27 June 1940; (WC3167A) OK05670 BC1
Now two old womens : are running hand in hand Washboard Sam; My Feet Jumped Salty; Chicago, 26 June 1941; (0644791) BBB8844 RCA LPV577
When the preacher doing : the hands in hands Smith, Clara; My Doggone Lazy Man; New York, 31 Jan. 1924; (815122) Co14016D VJM VLP16
See them peaches : hanging in the tree Thompson, Edward; West Virginia Blues; New York, c. 23 Oct. 1929; (GEX2416A) Pm13018 Yz L1006
*But he will stay where he set : and search hard in his face*Perkins, Gertrude; No Easy Rider Blues; Dallas, 6 Dec. 1927; (1453401) Co14313D Fwy FJ2802
No one ever knows: what the future has in store Jones, Maggie; Never Drive a Beggar from Your Door; New York, 18 Sept. 1925; (1409653) Co14127D VJM VLP25
Says I'm going up to town : hat in my hand Fuller, Blind Boy; Rag, Mama, Rag; New York, 25 July 1935; (178632) ARC351032 BC6
Going up to town : with my hat in my hand Hicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Easy Rider Don't Deny My Name; New York, 16 June 1927; (1442823) Co14231D RBF RF15
I got up this morning : my hat in my hand Patton, Charley; Going to Move to Alabama; Grafton, Wis., c. late Nov. 1929; (L371) Pm13014 Yz L1020
Had his hat in his hand : and his underwear too Washboard Sam; Back Door; Aurora, Ill., 4 May 1937; (07616 ) BBB7001 BC10
Yes I went to the doctor : with my head in my handBig Bill (Broonzy); Good Liquor Gonna Carry Me Down; Chicago, 31 Oct. 1935; (962321) BB B6230 Yz L1011
He had his head in the window : that man the drivers rollBogan, Lucille; I Hate that Train Called the M. and O.; New York, 31 July 1934; (154911) ARC60204 OJL6
Now when you're laying in jail : with your head in your armsJackson, Papa Charlie; I Got What It Takes But It Breaks My Heart to Give It Away; Chicago, c. Jan. 1925; (100203) Pm12259 Bio BLP12042
Ease my head in the window : she's singing Lemon's worried blues againJefferson, Blind Lemon; Lemon's Worried Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203753) Pm12622 Mil MLP2004
Rather have my head in alcohol : my body on some railroad trackWilson, Leola B.; Back Biting Bee Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1926; (40132) Pm12444 Bio BLP12037
Her feets in the kitchen : her head's in the hall Shade, Will; Take Your Fingers Off It; Chicago, 7 Nov. 1934; (C793 ) Vo03175 Jo SM3104
You want to make me love you : you going to break my heart in twoAkers, Garfield; Cottonfield BluesPart 1; Memphis, c. 23 Sept. 1929; (M201 ) Vo1442 OJL2
Baby the way you treat me : break my heart in two Bracey, Ishman; Woman Woman Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Mar. 1930; (L2392) Pm12970 OJL2
She won't never listen to what you say : and that will leave your heart in painGibson, Clifford; HardHeaded Blues; New York, 10 Dec. 1929; (577552) ViV38577 Yz L1027
You make me think : I'll break my heart in that houseKelly, Eddie; Poole County Blues; Charlotte, N.C., 6 Aug. 1937; (0130231) BBB7204 RBF RF9
I wish I had : my poor heart in my hand Lewis, Furry; Mr. Furry's Blues; probably New York, 28 May 1927; ( ) Vo1115 Rt RL323
And my eyes *filled on this* : my baby left my poor heart in painMcTell, Blind Willie; Death Cell Blues; New York, 19 Sept. 1933; (140491) Vo02577 RBF RF15
Inside my breast felt lonely : my baby left my heart in painMcTell, Blind Willie; Death Cell Blues; New York, 19 Sept. 1933; (140491) Vo02577 RBF RF15
I believe to my soul : you break my heart in two Walker, Uncle Bud; Look Here Mama Blues; Atlanta, 30 July 1928; (402008A) OK8828 Yz L1018
While my heart's in trouble : and my mind is thinking deepCarr, Leroy; Midnight Hour Blues; New York, 16 Mar. 1932; (11499A) Vo1703 Co C30496
My heart's in trouble : mind's in misery Day, Will; Sunrise Blues; New Orleans, 25 Apr. 1928; (1461912) Co14318D Yz L1032
Because I can't stay here in this world *after* : in this condition my poor heart's inDoyle, Little Buddy; Renewed Love Blues; Memphis, 14 July 1939; (MEM1521) OK05771 Rt RL329
I lay him out cold : with his heels in a tub Blake, Blind; Rope Stretchin' BluesPart 1; Grafton, Wis., c. Oct. 1931; (L10992) Pm13103 Bio BLP12037
Here I am : head over heels in love again Chatman, Peter (Memphis Slim); Caught the Old Coon at Last; Chicago, 4 Dec. 1941; (0704371) BBB8974 RCA730.581
And I know my woman : if I feel her in the dark Campbell, Bob; Starvation Farm Blues; New York, 1 Aug. 1934; (155032) Vo02798 Fly LP103
I'm going to buy me a hardshooting pistol : and put her in her graveCarr, Leroy; Blues Before Sunrise; St. Louis, 21 Feb. 1934; (SL121) Vo02657 Co C30496
My gal got arrested : and they put her in the county jailCarr, Leroy; Eleven TwentyNine Blues; New York, 14 Dec. 1934; (164291) Vo03157 Bio BLPC9
Know I can tell my little woman : if I feel her in the darkEstes, Sleepy John; Who's Been Tellin' You Buddy Brown Blues; Chicago, 9 July 1935; (90097A) Ch50068 Sw S1219
I can tell my rider : if I feel her in the dark Fuller, Blind Boy; Pistol Snapper Blues; New York, 5 Apr. 1938; (226741) Vo04106 BC11
If I can't find her in West Selma : she must be in East Monroe I knowJohnson, Robert; I Believe I'll Dust My Broom; San Antonio, 23 Nov. 1936; (SA25811) ARC70481 Co C30034;
When the train rolled up to the station : I looked her in the eyeJohnson, Robert; Love in Vain; Dallas, 20 June 1937; (DAL402?) Vo04630 Co C30034
When the train rolled up to the station : and I looked her in the eyeJohnson, Robert; Love in Vain; Dallas, 20 June 1937; (DAL402?) Vo04630 His HLP31
If you got you a bullcow : *feed her in the grove*Ledbetter, Huddie; Bull Cow; New York, 23 Mar. 1935; (17182 ) ARC unissued Co C30035
You ain't got to put her in my house : but Lordy only lead her to my doorMcTell, Blind Willie; Broke Down Engine; New York, 18 Sept. 1933; (140362) Vo02577 RBF RF15
I can tell my rider : if I feel her in the dark Patton, Charley; Banty Rooster Blues; Richmond, Ind., 14 June 1929; (15217) Pm12792 Yz L1020
I can tell my baby : if I see her in the dark Rhodes, Walter; The Crowing Rooster; Memphis, 10 Dec. 1927; (1453582) Co14289D Rt RL334
Now the gal that let me taste it : they put her in jailTampa Red (Hudson Whittaker); What Is It That Tastes Like Gravy; Chicago, c. 14 June 1929; (C3594 ) Vo1426 Yz L1039
The copper brought her in : she didn't need no bailTampa Red (Hudson Whittaker); No Matter How She Done It; New York, 3 Feb. 1932; (11210A) Vo1699 Yz L1039
And if I don't find her in Shanghai : ooo Lord I'm going to look all over the Gulf of MexicoWashboard Sam; Gonna Hit the Highway; Chicago, 4 Nov. 1941; (0703771) BBB8997 RCA LPV577
Now I may not find her in the next twenty years : ooo Lord but I'll be forever tryingWashboard Sam; Gonna Hit the Highway; Chicago, 4 Nov. 1941; (0703771) BBB8997 RCA LPV577
If I *just tell her* in her face baby : *that will*Graves, Blind Roosevelt; New York Blues; Richmond, Ind., 20 Sept. 1929; (15640A) Pm12820 His HLP15
Says I got everybody happy : around here in my neighborhoodArnold, Kokomo; Mean Old Twister; Chicago, 30 Mar. 1937; (91161A) De7347 BC4
Since I been here in Chicago : I been catching a plenty hellArnold, Kokomo; Red Beans and Rice; Chicago, 30 Mar. 1937; (91162A) De7347 BC4
She always raising hell and disturbance : right here in my neighborhoodArnold, Kokomo; Bad Luck Blues; New York, 12 May 1938; (63753A) De7540 CC25
I'm sitting here in prison : with my black cap on Barefoot Bill; Bad Boy; Atlanta, 20 Apr. 1930; (1503062) Co14526D CC3
You got me here in all this lowdown trouble : baby and this lowdown way that you doChatman, Bo; Some Day; San Antonio, 22 Oct. 1938; (0278771) BBB8147 Yz L1034
Because I can't stay here in this world *after* : in this condition my poor heart's inDoyle, Little Buddy; Renewed Love Blues; Memphis, 14 July 1939; (MEM1521) OK05771 Rt RL329
You can get what you want to : right here in my liquor storeEstes, Sleepy John; Liquor Store Blues; New York, 22 Apr. 1938; (63648A) De7491 RBF RF11
Now I'm laying here in this New Huntsville jail : and I'm almost deadEvans, Joe; New Huntsville Jail; New York, 20 May 1931; (106512) Or8080 His HLP8002
Just take a look out here in the back yard : just look at sisEvans, Joe; Down in Black Bottom; New York, 21 May 1931; (106641) Or8083 Yz L1015
I've got a man here in Georgia : partner he's crazy about meGlaze, Ruby (Blind Willie McTell); Lonesome Day Blues; Atlanta, 22 Feb. 1932; (716041) Vi23353 RCA LPV518
I got a letter : I got a letter here in my hand Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Sad News Blues; Chicago, c. July 1928; (207722) Pm12728 Rt RL306
I says mother and dad pack your trunk : we ain't safe here in this townJohnson, Lonnie; Flood Water Blues; Chicago, 8 Nov. 1937; (91341A) De7397 Sw S1225
Than be here in the world : baby and be your slaveLewis, Furry; Sweet Papa Moan; probably New York, 28 May 1927; ( ) Vo1116 RBF RF11
Then I'll hide my shoes : somewhere here in your shirttailLittle Son Joe; Black Cat Swing; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1941; (C40981) OK06707 BC1
I'm here in Atlanta : treated like a dog McTell, Blind Willie; Stomp Down Rider; Atlanta, 23 Oct. 1931; (4050021) OK8936 Yz L1005
Well I'm laying here in this jailhouse : scared as any fool can beSpivey, Victoria; Murder in the First Degree; New York, 1 Nov. 1927; (81596B) OK8581 Spi LP2001
Than to be here in this town mama : Lord and deceive her menSykes, Roosevelt; Skeet and Garret; Chicago, 16 Nov. 1929; (403312A) OK8749 Yz L1033
That's the reason why : I'm sitting here in HattiesburgThomas, Elvie; Motherless Child Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Apr. 1930; (L2642) Pm12977 OJL2
I will have to learn : to live out here in San AntoneVincson, Walter (Mississippi Sheiks); Yodeling Fiddling Blues; San Antonio, 12 June 1930; (404146B) OK8834 Mam S3804
You can tell by the bullet holes mama : now here in my handWheatstraw, Peetie; Ice and Snow Blues; Chicago, 28 Sept. 1931; (675671) BBB5626 BC4
Lying here in prison : longing to be free Wheatstraw, Peetie; False Hearted Woman; Chicago, 26 Oct. 1936; (90963A) De7243 Say SDR192
Well now here I am here sick baby : you know and I'm I'm laying here in my bedWilliamson, Sonny Boy; T. B. Blues; Chicago, 21 July 1939; (040532 ) BBB8333 BC20
Well now I ain't got nobody to love me : out here in this great big old world aloneWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Train Fare Blues; Chicago, 17 May 1940; (049198 ) BBB8610 BC20
I believe I'll move up here in Chicago : I'm going to get that old Mr Western Union man's routeWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Western Union Man; Chicago, 4 Apr. 1941; (064019 ) BBB8731 BC3
I sit in the courthouse : with my face hid in my handsSmith, Clara; Court House Blues; New York, 3 Apr. 1925; (1404921) Co14073D CC32
Because she will hide in the bushes : she is hard to findBig Bill (Broonzy); Down in the Basement Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1928; (209221) Pm12707 Yz L1035
If you see me reeling : mama go hide in your trunkBlake, Blind; Bootleg Rum Dum Blues; Chicago, c. May 1928; (205661) Pm12695 Bio BLP12003
??? : mama I'm going to hide in your trunk Moore, Kid Prince; Bug Juice Blues; New York, 8 Apr. 1936; (189712) ARC60956 Rt RL340
Womens don't bother my black angel : don't bother him in any wayBogan, Lucille; Black Angel Blues; Chicago, c. mid Dec. 1930; (C6847A) Br7186 His HLP15
Mama here come your root man : open the door and let him inDavis, Walter; Root Man Blues; Chicago, 28 July 1935; (914301) BBB6040 RCA INT1085
Going to keep my wild jack : lock him in my stall Johnson, Billiken; Wild Jack Blues; Dallas, 8 Dec. 1928; (1476072) Co14405D Rt RL315
Lord I quit my kidman : because I caught him in a lieMoore, Alice; Kid Man Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1930; (L1712) Pm13107 CC37
I'm going to buy me a banty : put him in my back doorPatton, Charley; Banty Rooster Blues; Richmond, Ind., 14 June 1929; (15217) Pm12792 Yz L1020
Said a picket flew off : and hit him in the jaw Poor Jab (Jab Jones); Come Along Little Children; Richmond, Ind., 3 Aug. 1932; (18656) Ch16654 Rt RL307
Going to buy me a rooster : put him in my back doorRhodes, Walter; The Crowing Rooster; Memphis, 10 Dec. 1927; (1453582) Co14289D Rt RL334
I cut him with my ??? : I kicked him in the side Smith, Bessie; Send Me to the 'Lectric Chair; New York, 3 Mar. 1927; (1435762) Co14209D Co CL858
He took my daddy out of his ??? : put him in a khaki suitSmith, Clara; Uncle Sam Blues; New York, 2 Oct. 1923; (812532) Co12D VJM VLP15
Will he come back to me : will they leave him in the groundSmith, Trixie; Mining Camp Blues; New York, c. Feb. 1925; (20161) Pm12256 CC29
Feel just like Daniel : when they throwed him in that lion's denStevens, Vol; Stonewall Blues; Memphis, 29 May 1930; (62542 ) BBB5675 BC2
And don't you take all my money : and please don't kill him in hereThomas, George; Don't Kill Him in Here; Grafton, Wis., c. Nov. 1929; (L182) Pm12826 Rt RL340
Go to call a wagon : if I find him in my bed Washboard Sam; Diggin' My Potatoes; Chicago, 15 May 1939; (034797 ) BBB8211 BC10
If you know your business : let him in Waters, Ethel; Memphis Man; New York, c. Mar. 1923; (5641) BS14146 Bio BLP12022
Now if you hobo in Brownsville : you better not be peeping outEstes, Sleepy John; Hobo Jungle Blues; New York, 3 Aug. 1935; (62481A) De7354 Sw S1219
But old Timbrook he beat Molly : to the hole in the wallByrd, John; Old Timbrook Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Apr. 1930; (L2911) Pm12997 OJL8
He told me he had a hole in his side : I don't expect he would doRichardson, Mooch; Burying Ground Blues; Memphis, 23 Mar. 1928; (400375A) OK8576 Mam S3803
I got holes in my shoes : and my feet is getting dampGillum, Bill Jazz; You're Laughing Now; Aurora, Ill., 16 June 1938; (020822 ) BBB7769 RCA INT1177
Says I holler in the morning : I begin to moan late at nightArnold, Kokomo; My Well Is Dry; New York, 11 May 1938; (63748A) De7540 CC25
Take me back : to my home in Tennessee Brasswell, Frank; Guitar Rag; Richmond, Ind., 2 May 1930; (16580A) Ge unissued Yz L1035
I've never seen a cat : come home in a pair of pantsJefferson, Blind Lemon; Cat Man Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15673) Pm12921 Bio BLP12015
I'm going home : I ain't been home in so long Johnson, Elizabeth; Sobbin' Woman Blues; New York, 30 Oct. 1928; (401280?) OK8789 Her H201
If your home in Louisiana : what you doing over hereThomas, Ramblin' (Willard Thomas); Poor Boy Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1928; (210204) Pm12722 Bio BLP12004
It you home in Florida : what in the world you doing up hereThompson, Edward; Florida Bound; New York, c. 23 Oct. 1929; (GEX2412) Pm12873 Yz L1006
Going home in the morning : woman and I sure can't carry youWeldon, Will (Casey Bill); Turpentine Blues; Atlanta, 20 Oct. 1927; (403222) Vi21134 Yz L1008
Well I come home in the evening : when my day's work is doneWeldon, Will (Casey Bill); Somebody's Got to Go; Chicago, 2 Apr. 1936; (100324) BBB6356 Rt RL329
My home's in Oklahoma : I ain't got no business hereJefferson, Blind Lemon; Old Rounders Blues; Chicago, c. Aug. 1926; (3018?) Pm12394 Rt RL306
Since you don't hold back baby : honey in loving meChatman, Bo; Let's Get Drunk Again; San Antonio, 22 Oct. 1938; (0278761) BBB8045 Yz L1014
Since you don't hold back baby : honey in rubbing with meChatman, Bo; Let's Get Drunk Again; San Antonio, 22 Oct. 1938; (0278761) BBB8045 Yz L1014
I will make you honey in the morning : now I will make you honey in the nightWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Honey Bee Blues; Aurora, Ill., 17 June 1938; (0208421) BBB7707 RCA INT1088
I will make you honey in the morning : now I will make you honey in the nightWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Honey Bee Blues; Aurora, Ill., 17 June 1938; (0208421) BBB7707 RCA INT1088
My hook's in the water : and my cork's on top Patton, Charley; Banty Rooster Blues; Richmond, Ind., 14 June 1929; (15217) Pm12792 Yz L1020
Hookworm in your body : and your food don't do you no goodBlake, Blind; Hookworm Blues; Richmond, Ind., 20 July 1929; (15251A) Pm12794 Bio BLP12031
Ain't a horse in the country : I do swear my horse can't beatCrudup, Arthur Big Boy; Black Pony Blues; Chicago, 11 Sept. 1941; (0648731) BBB8896 RCA LPV518
Run to the little house in the back : couldn't shut the doorChatman, Bo; Beans; San Antonio, 26 Mar. 1934; (826121) BBB5629 Yz L1014
Yonder come old Mattie : how in the world you knowMcCoy, Joe; Shake Mattie; Chicago, c. Feb. 1931; (VO109A) Vo1668 Mam S3803
How in the world can I miss him : when I've got dead aimBennett, Will; Railroad Bill; Knoxville, Tenn., c. Sept. 1930; (K127 ) Vo1464 OJL18
How in the world : can you treat any living man rightStokes, Frank; Its a Good Thing; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200442) Pm12518 Bio BLP12041
How in the world to tell me : honey what's the matter nowWalker, Uncle Bud; Stand Up Suitcase Blues; Atlanta, 30 July 1928; (402009B) OK8828 Yz L1009
And when you hear me howling in my passway rider : please open your door and let me inJohnson, Robert; Stone in My Passway; Dallas, 19 June 1937; (DAL3772) ARC71267 Co CL1654
He got a hump in his back : just from shaking that thingArnold, Kokomo; Shake That Thing; Chicago, 9 July 1936; (90795A) De7212 CC25
I'm going to hump in your back : going to put your kidneys to sleepJohnson, Robert; They're Red Hot; San Antonio, 27 Nov. 1936; (SA26271) ARC70757 Co C30034
He doodled so much : he got a hump in his back Lincoln, Charley; Doodle Hole Blues; Atlanta, 18 Apr. 1930; (1502752) Co14550D Yz L1012
People here she come in the evening : honey hundred in her handJones, Little Hat; Two String Blues; San Antonio, 15 June 1929; (402648A) OK8712 His HLP32
Woman if you don't believe I love you : ah look what a shape I'm inAlexander, Texas; NinetyEight Degree Blues; San Antonio, 15 June 1929; (402640A) OK8705 Yz L1004
Don't believe I'm sinking : believe what a hole I'm inBracey, Ishman; TroubleHearted Blues; Memphis, 31 Aug. 1928; (454601) Vi21691 Yz L1007
Don't believe I'm sinking : believe what a hole I'm inBracey, Ishman; TroubleHearted Blues; Memphis, 31 Aug. 1928; (454602) ViRCX7167 Rt RL330
When I was a hustler : I'm in my prime Carr, Leroy; Hustler's Blues; New York, 14 Dec. 1934; (164281) Vo03034 Co C30496
When I'm in my good whiskey : this is the way I sing my bluesColeman, Jaybird; Man Trouble Blues; Birmingham, Ala., c. 3 Aug. 1927; (GEX771) Ge6245 OJL8
I'm in a world of trouble : and I believe I've got to goDavis, Walter; M. and O. Blues No. 3; Dallas, 10 Feb. 1932; (706761) ViV23333 RBF RF12
I want you to tell my dear old mother : I'm in the New Huntsville jailEvans, Joe; New Huntsville Jail; New York, 20 May 1931; (106512) Or8080 His HLP8002
I'm in a world of trouble God knows : and I got to goFuller, Blind Boy; Bye Bye Baby Blues; New York, 15 Dec. 1937; (221561) Vo04843 RBF RF9
I'm in bad luck now : going to catch me somebody's trainGibson, Clifford; Drayman Blues; New York, 26 Nov. 1929; (571752) ViV38562 Yz L1027
Pigmeat for breakfast : pigmeat when I'm in bed Glover, Mae; Pig Meat Mama; Richmond, Ind., 29 July 1929; (15393) Ge6948 Rt RL319
When I'm in my whiskey : I don't care what I say Hicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Me and My Whiskey; Atlanta, 3 Nov. 1929; (1493462) Co14507D CC36
I'm a poor coal loader : I'm in the mine James, Frank; Poor Coal Passer; Chicago, 21 Dec. 1936; (018931) BBB7116 Yz L1015
If ever I get out of this trouble I'm in : man I won't be rowdy no moreJefferson, Blind Lemon; Blind Lemon's Penitentiary Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203632) Pm12666 Mil MLP2013
Now I'm in this raid : my friends have all thrown me downJordan, Charley; Raidin' Squad Blues; Chicago, c. mid June 1930; (C5840 ) Vo1528 Yz L1030
Now I'm in trouble : you don't pay me no mind Lewis, Noah (Gus Cannon); Going to Germany; Memphis, 1 Oct. 1929; (563182) ViV38585 OJL4
Now I'm in a little trouble : and you trying to get me killedLittle Son Joe; Black Cat Swing; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1941; (C40981) OK06707 BC1
Please write my mother : tell her the shape I'm inOden, Jimmy; Going Down Slow; Chicago, 11 Nov. 1941; (0704091) BBB8889 RBF RF16
I said please let me squeeze your lemon : while I'm in your lonesome townPickett, Charlie; Let Me Squeeze Your Lemon; New York, 3 Aug. 1937; (62487A) De7707 RBF RF9
If you don't believe I'm sinking : look what a whole I'm inPoor Jab (Jab Jones); Stealin' Stealin'; Memphis, 15 Sept. 1928; (470372) ViV38504 RBF RF1
If you don't believe I'm sinking : look what a hole I'm inShade, Will; Stealin' Stealin'; Memphis, 15 Sept. 1928; (470372) ViV38504 Rt RL337
Stay away from me : because I'm in my sin Smith, Bessie; Me and My Gin; New York, 25 Aug. 1928; (1468973) Co14384D Co CL856
Let me tell you doctor : why I'm in misery Smith, Clara; Prescription for the Blues; New York, 15 Oct. 1924; (1401091) Co14045D VJM VLP17
I'm in a worse fix now baby : than I ever been beforeSykes, Roosevelt; Hard Luck Man Blues; Louisville, 9 June 1931; (69404 ) Vi23320 Yz L1033
If you don't believe I'm sinking : look what a hole I'm inThomas, Henry; Bull Doze Blues; Chicago, c. 13 June 1928; (C1999 ) Vo1230 OJL3
Now I'm in Texas : I got to work or leave Thomas, Ramblin' (Willard Thomas); Poor Boy Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1928; (210204) Pm12722 Bio BLP12004
I'm in the land of sunshine : standing on Central AvenueTurner, Joe; Blues on Central Avenue; Los Angeles, 8 Sept. 1941; (DLA2739A) De7889 Br87.504
Now I'm in love with you baby : and I'm feeling awful lowTurner, Joe; Blues on Central Avenue; Los Angeles, 8 Sept. 1941; (DLA2739A) De7889 Br87.504
Now I said please let me be your lemonsqueezer : now while I'm in your lonesome townWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Until My Love Come Down; Aurora, Ill., 13 Mar. 1938; (020119 ) BBB7576 RBF RF14
Said maybe she can help me with my troubles : people I'm in so much miseryWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Bad Luck Blues; Chicago, 21 July 1939; (040525 ) BBB8265 BC3;
Now I've got a girl : she lives down in in Shady LaneCarr, Leroy; Shady Lane Blues; St. Louis, 20 Feb. 1934; (SL73) Vo02762 Co C30496
He said yeah but you haven't paid your insurance in two or three weeks : said Sonny Boy and Williamson, Sonny Boy; Insurance Man Blues; Aurora, Ill., 17 Dec. 1938; (0308561) BBB8034 RCA INT1088
My gal is in the flood : and I'm Tampa bound Blake, Blind; Tampa Bound; Chicago, c. Sept. 1926; (30622) Pm12442 Bio BLP12023
Lord my needle is in you baby : and you seem to feel all rightDavis, Walter; Think You Need a Shot; Chicago, 3 Apr. 1936; (1003391) BBB6498 RCA INT1085
She got the best jellyroll : that is in town Gillum, Bill Jazz; I'm Gonna Get It; Aurora, Ill., 16 June 1938; (020823 ) BBB7769 RCA INT1177
Baby you just as welcome to my loving : as the flowers is in mayJohnson, Robert; Malted Milk; Dallas, 20 June 1937; (DAL3961) ARC71065 Co C30034
I remember one time people : oh it is in nineteen and twentyfourJones, Little Hat; Corpus Blues; San Antonio, 21 June 1929; (402701B) OK8735 Rt RL315
I remember one time : oh it is in nineteen twentyoneJones, Little Hat; Corpus Blues; San Antonio, 21 June 1929; (402701B) OK8735 Rt RL315
Now my first love is in Texas : my [next one, second] lives in KokomoKelly, Jack; Kokomo Blues; New York, 1 Aug. 1933; (137212) MeM12812 Rt RL311
Now the sheep is in the meadow : and the cows is in the cornLockwood, Robert; Little Boy Blue; Chicago, 30 July 1941; (064640 ) BBB8820 BC7
Now the sheep is in the meadow : and the cows is in the cornLockwood, Robert; Little Boy Blue; Chicago, 30 July 1941; (064640 ) BBB8820 BC7
But when the stars are shooting : I know bad luck is in that signMiles, Lizzie; Shootin' Star Blues; New York, 4 Jan. 1928; (77082) Ba7025 VJM VLP40
Now one gal is in jail : and the other one is in the penMontgomery, Eurreal Little Brother; Pleading Blues; New Orleans, 10 Aug. 1935; (944191) BBB6140 CC35
Now one gal is in jail : and the other one is in the penMontgomery, Eurreal Little Brother; Pleading Blues; New Orleans, 10 Aug. 1935; (944191) BBB6140 CC35
One man is in jail : the other one is in the pen Smith, Trixie; Praying Blues; New York, Sept. 1924; (18862) Pm12232 CC29
One man is in jail : the other one is in the pen Smith, Trixie; Praying Blues; New York, Sept. 1924; (18862) Pm12232 CC29
Now this world is in a tangle : everybody singing this songSykes, Roosevelt; All My Money Gone Blues; New York, 14 June 1929; (402452A) OK8727 Yz L1033
Then you will be the only sheik : it is in San AntoneVincson, Walter (Mississippi Sheiks); Yodeling Fiddling Blues; San Antonio, 12 June 1930; (404146B) OK8834 Mam S3804
This fever I'm having : sure is in my way White, Washington; High Fever Blues; Chicago, 8 Mar. 1940; (WC2987A) Vo05489 Co C30036
I'm going to write you a letter : I'm going to mail it in the airAkers, Garfield; Cottonfield BluesPart 2; Memphis, c. 23 Sept. 1929; (M202 ) Vo1442 OJL2
I'm going to write you a letter : I'm going to mail it in the skyAkers, Garfield; Cottonfield BluesPart 2; Memphis, c. 23 Sept. 1929; (M202 ) Vo1442 OJL2
Let your money talk let your money talk : put it in my hand put it in my handArnold, Kokomo; Let Your Money Talk; Chicago, 18 Apr. 1935; (C9924 ) De7191 BC4
Let your money talk let your money talk : put it in my hand put it in my handArnold, Kokomo; Let Your Money Talk; Chicago, 18 Apr. 1935; (C9924 ) De7191 BC4
If he can't get it in the front door : he don't want it behindArnold, Kokomo; Let Your Money Talk; Chicago, 18 Apr. 1935; (C9924 ) De7191 BC4
Said if she don't want it : baby cast it in the seaBarefoot Bill; Squabblin' Blues; Atlanta, 20 Apr. 1930; (1503032) Co14526D OJL14
Take your picture : make it in a frame Barner, Wiley; My Gal Treats Me Mean; Birmingham, Ala., c. 15 Aug. 1927; (GEX803) Ge6261 OJL14
I'm going to write a letter : mail it in the air Black, Lewis; Rock Island Blues; Memphis, 10 Dec. 1927; (1453613) Co14429D His HLP5
I drink so much coffee : till I grind it in my sleepBogan, Lucille; Coffee Grindin' Blues; Chicago, 10 May 1929; (C3461 ) Br7083 His HLP15
Ain't mush *chitlin* : but stir it in the house Bracey, Mississippi; Stered Gal; Jackson, Miss., 17 Mar. 1930; (404766B) OK8867 Yz L1038
Now I'm going to write a letter : mail it in the airButler, Sam; You Can't Keep No Brown; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; (26782) Pm12389 Yz L1026
Going write a letter : mailed it in the air Butler, Sam; Poor Boy Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; ( ) Vo1057 Yz L1016
Get me a shotgun : and use it in the woods Campbell, Bob; Shotgun Blues; New York, 30 July 1934; (154841) Vo02830 Rt RL340
Awhat you trying to do to me honey : I happen to have it in my bagChatman, Bo; Honey; Atlanta, 12 Feb. 1940; (0476571) BBB8555 Yz L1034
Awhat you trying to do to me honey : I happen to have it in my bagChatman, Bo; Honey; Atlanta, 12 Feb. 1940; (0476571) BBB8555 Yz L1034
Tear it in the yard : tear it at the gate Estes, Sleepy John; I Wanta Tear It All the Time; New York, 2 Aug. 1935; (62462A) De7342 Sw S1219
Tear it in the morning : late at night Estes, Sleepy John; I Wanta Tear It All the Time; New York, 2 Aug. 1935; (62462A) De7342 Sw S1219
He say he going to sell his corn and buy gas : ooh boys pour it in the automobileEstes, Sleepy John; Working Man Blues; Chicago, 24 Sept. 1941; (0649261) BBB8950 RBF RF8
Gets it all together : then she mix it in her doughGibson, Clifford; She Rolls It Slow; Louisville, 9 June 1931; (69405 ) Vi23290 RCA INT1175
Well the ground hog even gets it : puts it in his holeHill, Robert; I Had a Gal for the Last Fifteen Years; New Orleans, 15 Oct. 1936; (026031) BBB6741 His HLP31
Well the bee gets the honey : puts it in his comb Hill, Robert; I Had a Gal for the Last Fifteen Years; New Orleans, 15 Oct. 1936; (026031) BBB6741 His HLP31
I've got your picture : and I'm going to put it in a frameJefferson, Blind Lemon; Shuckin' Sugar; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; (30772) Pm12454 Mil MLP2007
Now if you want to learn this dance : don't do it in a *pout*Leecan, Bobby; Macon Georgia CutOut; New York, c. June 1927; ( ) Pat7533 His HLP17
You do it in one position : all night Leecan, Bobby; Macon Georgia CutOut; New York, c. June 1927; ( ) Pat7533 His HLP17
Man if you love your woman : better mess it in her cupLewis, Furry; Dry Land Blues; Memphis, 28 Aug. 1928; (454291) Vi23345 Yz L1021
I wrote her a letter : I mailed it in the air Lewis, Noah (Gus Cannon); Pretty Mama Blues; Memphis, 3 Oct. 1929; (563422) ViV38585 RCA INT1175
I says I got love : if I could have it in your homeLincoln, Charley; Jealous Hearted Blues; Atlanta, 4 Nov. 1927; (1451032) Co14305D RBF RF9
I'm going to write you a letter soon in the morning : mail it in the airMcClennan, Tommy; Drop Down Mama; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1940; (0537411) BBB8704 Rt RL305
I wrote you a letter mama : put it in your front yardMcTell, Blind Willie; Writin' Paper Blues; Atlanta, 18 Oct. 1927; (403081) Vi21474 Yz L1005
Take it from the east : hide it in the west McTell, Blind Willie; Southern Can Is Mine; Atlanta, 23 Oct. 1931; (1519041) Co14632D Yz L1005
You ain't got to put it in my house : Lordy only leave it to my doorMcTell, Blind Willie; Broke Down Engine Blues; Atlanta, 23 Oct. 1931; (1519051) Co14632D Yz L1005
Take it from the east : hide it in the west McTell, Blind Willie; Southern Can Mama; New York, 21 Sept. 1933; (140692) Vo02622 Yz L1037
Well I had a little corn : I put it in a sack Memphis Minnie; What's the Matter with the Mill; Chicago, c. 15 Oct. 1930; (C6442 ) Vo1550 BC13
The reason he keeps his job : he can squat it in the sackMemphis Minnie; Squat It; Chicago, 10 Sept. 1934; (C9426A) De7146 Rt RL329
I'll tie it in a sack : and walk off talking to myselfMiles, Lizzie; Shootin' Star Blues; New York, 4 Jan. 1928; (77082) Ba7025 VJM VLP40
Going to carry it in my pocket : and make you stay at homeMoore, William; Midnight Blues; Chicago, c. Jan. 1928; (203122) Pm12636 Rt RL340
I'll take my picture : put it in a frame Rhodes, Walter; The Crowing Rooster; Memphis, 10 Dec. 1927; (1453582) Co14289D Rt RL334
But a jetblack woman I got a letter from : throw it in my back yardRichardson, Mooch; T and T Blues; Memphis, 13 Feb. 1928; (400213B) OK8554 Mam S3803
Going to write a letter : going to mail it in the airRupert, Ollie; Ain't Goin' to Be Your Low Down Dog; Memphis, 28 Feb. 1927; (379642) Vi20577 Rt RL323
Throw it in the creek : Smith, Trixie; Black Bottom Hop; New York, c. Dec. 1925; (23641) Pm12336 CC29
He's got to get it in the groove : and get a new techniqueSmith, Trixie; No Good Man; New York, 14 June 1939; (65815A) De7617 AH158
I can make it in the daytime : but Lord these cold cold nightsSpivey, Victoria; Detroit Moan; Chicago, 15 Oct. 1936; (C1568?) Vo unissued Spi LP2001
I'll tell you all about it : now bear it in mind Spruell, Freddie; Let's Go Riding; Chicago, 12 Apr. 1935; (85785 ) BBB6261 OJL18
Now stomp it in the summertime : you needn't wait till fallStokes, Frank; Stomp that Thing; Memphis, 28 Aug. 1928; (454262) Vi21738 Rt RL308
I'm going to buy me a little red rooster mama : put it in my back doorStone, Joe; Back Door Blues; Chicago, 2 Aug. 1933; (76838 ) BBB5169 Yz L1030
I got my ticket : I'm holding it in my hand Washboard Sam; Lowland Blues; Aurora, Ill., 4 May 1937; (07620 ) BBB7096 BC10
Mmm going to write me a letter : mama going to mail it in the airWheatstraw, Peetie; C and A Blues; Chicago, 6 Jan. 1931; (C6891A) Vo1672 OJL20
Well now she got it in her mind : that I'm ain't going to treat her rightWheatstraw, Peetie; Sleepless Nights Blues; New York, 17 Mar. 1932; (11519A) Vo1727 Yz L1030
Seems like now she ought to have it in her mind : ooo well well that I can get me a girl each and Wheatstraw, Peetie; The Rising Sun Blues; Chicago, 25 Mar. 1935; (C921A) Vo03066 Say SDR191
Well now that don't worry me baby : I have it in my mind that I can goWheatstraw, Peetie; The Rising Sun Blues; Chicago, 25 Mar. 1935; (C921A) Vo03066 Say SDR191
I looked down the track : I seed it in the bend Wilkins, Robert; Get Away Blues; Memphis, c. early Feb. 1930; (MEM742B) Br7158 OJL11
I'm going to write a letter now : going to mail it in the airWilliams, Joe; Mr. Devil Blues; Memphis, c. 24 Sept. 1929; (M196 ) Vo1457 Rt RL321
Say it's in the morning : so late in the night Alexander, Texas; Easy Rider Blues; Fort Worth, 30 Sept. 1934; (FW1138) Vo02856 Yz L1010
My home ain't here : it's in most any old town Wilkins, Robert; Alabama Blues; Memphis, c. 23 Sept. 1929; (M190 ) Br7205 Rt RL333
Says I feel just like mama : throwing my slop jar in your faceArnold, Kokomo; Slop Jar Blues; Chicago, 5 Feb. 1935; (C9776A) De7092 Say SDR163
I told you pretty mama : I have the best jelly in your townHarris, Otis; You'll Like My Loving; Dallas, 8 Dec. 1928; (1476092) Co14428D Yz L1032
Hey Mr bullfrog hey I'm going to tell you all : I can't stand your jellyroll in herePope, Jenny; Bull Frog Blues; Memphis, c. Feb. 1930; (MEM757A) Vo1522 His HLP15
I got a job in the freight house : trying to learn how to truckJames, Jesse; Sweet Patuni; Chicago, 3 June 1936; (90760 ) De unissued Yz L1028
I'll get a job in the coal yard : work in the rain and snowJohnson, Lonnie; Baby Please Don't Leave Me No More; New York, 11 June 1929; (402441A) OK8754 CC30
Ain't but the one thing Sonny Boy : get Joey in the bluesWilliams, Joe; Someday Baby; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1941; (0704861) BBB9025 RBF RF11
One John in the city : one lives up on the hill Florence, Nellie ; Jacksonville Blues ; Atlanta, 21 Apr. 1928; (1461741) Co14342D OJL6
And I'm crazy about him : he spreads so much joy in everythingBogan, Lucille; Black Angel Blues; Chicago, c. mid Dec. 1930; (C6847A) Br7186 His HLP15
I ain't done no work : judge in I don't know when Lewis, Furry; Judge Harsh Blues; Memphis, 28 Aug. 1928; (454332) ViV38506 Yz L1008
If you mistreat my woman : I'm going to make you jump in the deep blue seaCampbell, Bob; Shotgun Blues; New York, 30 July 1934; (154841) Vo02830 Rt RL340
A Ford is a car everybody wants to ride : jump in you will seeGibson, Cleo; I've Got Ford Movements in My Hips; Atlanta, 14 Mar. 1929; (402311) OK8700 Sw S1240
If I catch you around my house : you better jump in some country wellWheatstraw, Peetie; Low Down Rascal; New York, 18 Feb. 1936; (60507A) De7200 Say SDR192
He jumped in your bed : he begin to have a little funStokes, Frank; Its a Good Thing; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200442) Pm12518 Bio BLP12041
Jumpsteady got to jumping : jumping in the room Bogan, Lucille; Jump Steady Daddy; New York, 7 Mar. 1935; (169932) ARC51258 Yz L1017
I feel like jumping in the ocean : I feel like jumping in the deep blue seaJefferson, Blind Lemon; 'Lectric Chair Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203642) Pm12608 Bio BLP12015
I feel like jumping in the ocean : I feel like jumping in the deep blue seaJefferson, Blind Lemon; 'Lectric Chair Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203642) Pm12608 Bio BLP12015
Turn around and slipping down : jumping in your bedStokes, Frank; Its a Good Thing; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200442) Pm12518 Bio BLP12041
I'll *spy* some woman : lying *mouse* just in her skirtMoore, Monette; Scandal Blues; New York, c. Jan. 1925; (31779) Ajax17093 VJM VLP40
I ??? : but I got there just in time Owens, Big Boy George; The Coon Crap Game; Richmond, Ind., Oct. 1926; (12579) Ge6006 Rt RL334
Did my baby stop here : did she keep in going Estes, Sleepy John; Watcha Doin'; Memphis, 21 May 1930; (59967 ) ViV38628 Rt RL323
Put the key in the hole : and can't get in Covington, Blind Bogus Ben; It's a Fight Like That; Chicago, c. 9 Oct. 1928; (C4630 ) Br7121 Rt RL325
Key in the hole : but he couldn't get in Macon, Ed; Wringing that Thing; Atlanta, 12 Mar. 1929; (402289A) OK8676 Mel MLP7324
I feel like jumping : through the keyhole in your doorBlind Percy; Fourteenth Street Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1927; (201802) Pm12584 Rt RL327
I feel like jumping : through the keyhole in your doorJefferson, Blind Lemon; Broke and Hungry; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; (3076?) Pm12443 Mil MLP2007
I feel like jumping : through the keyhole in your doorJefferson, Blind Lemon; Mean Jumper Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203802) Pm12631 Mil MLP2007
Mama I feel like jumping : through the keyhole in your doorLewis, Furry; Falling Down Blues; probably New York, c. late Oct. 1927; ( ) Vo1133 OJL21
I've got something gal : that can kick in your stallBig Bill (Broonzy); I've Got to Dig You; Chicago, 17 Apr. 1940; (WC3034A) Vo05563 RBF RF16
Says it must've be another mule : mama kicking in my stallArnold, Kokomo; Front Door Blues; Chicago, 15 Jan. 1935; (C9655A) De7156 BC4
Says why don't you be good : but my mule is kicking in your stallArnold, Kokomo; Your Ways and Actions; New York, 11 May 1938; (67344A) De7510 Say SDR163
It will be hell to tell the captain : if I catch another man kicking in my stallJohnson, Lonnie; New Black Snake BluesPart 1; New York, 13 Oct. 1928; (401222A) OK8626 Spi LP2001
I'm going to stop that jellybean : from kicking in my stallJones, Jake; Monkeyin' Around; Dallas, c. Oct. 1929; (DAL473 ) Br7130 His HLP2
But you'll find another mule : just kicking in your stallJones, Maggie; You May Go, But You'll Come Back Some Day; New York, 18 Dec. 1924; (1401922) Co14063D VJM VLP23
I caught another mule : kicking in my stall Stovepipe No. 1 (Sam Jones); Bed Slats; St. Louis, 26 Apr. 1927; (80760B) OK8543 His HLP4
Found another mule : kicking in my stall Tampa Red (Hudson Whittaker); It's Tight Like That; Chicago, c. Sept. 1928; ( ) Vo1216 His HLP1
Got a black mule : *really* kicking in my stall Thomas, Henry; Texas Easy Street Blues; Chicago, c. 13 June 1928; ( ) Vo1197 OJL3
I know by that : some mule is kicking in my stallWilson, Leola B.; Back Biting Bee Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1926; (40132) Pm12444 Bio BLP12037
The kids in the school : are ready to write unknown artist (Birmingham Jug Band); Gettin' Ready for Trial; Atlanta, 11 Dec. 1930; (404682C) OK8856 OJL4
Now boys if you got a good woman : treat her kind in every wayMontgomery, Eurreal Little Brother; Never Go Wrong Blues; New Orleans, 16 Oct. 1936; (026521) BBB6825 CC35
Little minnows in the river : kingfish in the deep blue seaTampa Red (Hudson Whittaker); Kingfish Blues; Chicago, 22 Mar. 1934; (803851) BBB5617 RCA LPV518
He can stick a knife in you : and you won't even gruntDorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); Pig Meat Blues; Richmond, Ind., 8 July 1929; (15310) Ge7008 Riv RM8803
Now ask the ladies in your neighborhood : about my planWashboard Sam; Lover's Lane Blues; Chicago, 4 Nov. 1941; (0703811) BBB9007 BC10
And I laid in prison : my face turned to the wall Coleman, Bob; Sing Song Blues; Richmond, Ind., 7 June 1929; (15167) Pm12791 Rt RL340
I have laid in jail : with my face turned to the wallVincson, Walter (Mississippi Sheiks); Unhappy Blues; Jackson, Miss., 15 Dec. 1930; (404712B) OK8859 Mam S3804
I would ride right here : and land in sweet mama's armsRachel, James Yank; Sweet Mama; Memphis, 30 May 1930; (62550) Vi23318 Rt RL329
She turn her back on me : time I landed in jail Wheatstraw, Peetie; False Hearted Woman; Chicago, 26 Oct. 1936; (90963A) De7243 Say SDR192
Yes she's large in the body : she's neat in the waistFuller, Blind Boy; Stealing BoHog; New York, 7 Sept. 1937; (216272) ARC80165 BC11
Say it's in the morning : so late in the night Alexander, Texas; Easy Rider Blues; Fort Worth, 30 Sept. 1934; (FW1138) Vo02856 Yz L1010
Anybody laughs in my face : just can't be my friendEaston, Amos; No Woman No Nickel; Grafton, Wis., c. Oct. 1931; (L11203) Pm13109 Yz L1012
I lay in my bed : my baby brings me my meals Campbell, Gene; Robbin' and Stealin' Blues; Chicago, c. May 1930; (C5704B) Br7170 His HLP2
While I lay in my bed : and cannot go to sleep Carr, Leroy; Midnight Hour Blues; New York, 16 Mar. 1932; (11499A) Vo1703 Co C30496
You lay in your bed : with your face to the wall Dorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); Gee, But It's Hard; Richmond, Ind., 5 Feb. 1930; (16225) Ch16682 Riv RM8803
Babe I'll lay in the green grass : look up at the sunThompson, Edward; Florida Bound; New York, c. 23 Oct. 1929; (GEX2412) Pm12873 Yz L1006
I just lay in my bed : I smoke cigarettes all nightWeldon, Will (Casey Bill); Worried About that Woman; Chicago, 21 Oct. 1937; (C20321) Vo04066 CC3
Lord I would not have been here no : baby laying in this old hospital bedBig Bill (Broonzy); When I Had Money; Chicago, 17 Apr. 1940; (WC3036A) Vo05563 RBF RF16;
When the sun rose this morning : I was laying in my floor cryingBogan, Lucille; You Got to Die Some Day; New York, 30 July 1934; (154772) ARC60463 Rt RL317
When me and her get to laying in it : it ride like a Cadillac carClark, Lonnie; Down in Tennessee; Richmond, Ind., 21 Sept. 1929; (15661) Pm12871 Rt RL340
I thinking about the times : when I was laying in my mother's armsDavis, Walter; Travelin' this Lonesome Road; Chicago, 25 Feb. 1935; (854801) BBB5982 RCA INT1175
I'm laying in jail : my back turned to the wall Howell, Peg Leg; Ball and Chain Blues; Atlanta, 13 Apr. 1929; (1482702) Co14535D Rt RL318
Now when you're laying in jail : with your head in your armsJackson, Papa Charlie; I Got What It Takes But It Breaks My Heart to Give It Away; Chicago, c. Jan. 1925; (100203) Pm12259 Bio BLP12042
Eee laying in jail now : with my back turned to the wallLacy, Rubin; Mississippi Jail House Groan; Chicago, Mar. 1928; (204192) Pm12629 OJL8
For in this time tomorrow : I'll be laying in the county jailSmith, Clara; Court House Blues; New York, 3 Apr. 1925; (1404921) Co14073D CC32
We stopped under a shadetree : laying in the cool Washboard Sam; She Belongs to the Devil; Chicago, 26 June 1941; (0644841) BBB8937 RCA LPV577
Early next morning : while I was laying in my bedWeldon, Will (Casey Bill); W. P. A. Blues; Chicago, 12 Feb. 1936; (C12561) Vo03186 BC7
I was leaning in my window : looking in my baby's doorRanger, Jack; T. P. Window Blues; San Antonio, 28 June 1929; (402768) OK8785 Rt RL315
I'm going to leave in the morning now partner : with that little sweety sure God on my mindPetway, Robert; My Baby Left Me; Chicago, 20 Feb. 1942; (0741141) BBB9036 Rt RL314
Leave in the day : and go back nights Fuller, Blind Boy; Good Feeling Blues; New York, 7 Mar. 1940; (26616A) OK06231 BC11
Because I'm leaving in the morning : Lord on that C and ABig Bill (Broonzy); C and A Blues; Chicago, 20 June 1935; (C1020B) ARC51265 Yz L1035
She said it's nothing that you done : I'm just leaving in advanceChatman, Peter (Memphis Slim); Empty Room Blues; Chicago, 30 Oct. 1940; (0535931) BBB8615 RCA730.581
I am leaving in the morning : I don't want no one to feel blueStevens, Vol; Aunt Caroline Dyer Blues; Memphis, 29 May 1930; (62541 ) Vi23347 Jo SM3104
And I'm leaving in the morning : and I'm leaving on the southbound trainTaylor, Charley; Louisiana Bound; Grafton, Wis., Mar. or Apr. 1930; (L2522) Pm12967 Her H205
There wasn't no blood left in my heart : and they brought my electrocuted daddy to meJefferson, Blind Lemon; 'Lectric Chair Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203642) Pm12608 Bio BLP12015
With one leg in his pants : and his shoes in his handWashboard Sam; Back Door; Aurora, Ill., 4 May 1937; (07616 ) BBB7001 BC10
That's Lemon in his D B : people think he's got his girl out onJefferson, Blind Lemon; D B Blues; Chicago, c. Aug. 1928; (208211) Pm12712 Bio BLP12015
Some day I will return : with a marriage license in my handJohnson, Robert; Honeymoon Blues; Dallas, 20 June 1937; (DAL401 ) Vo04002 Co C30034
My babe come running : [with a, she had] marriage license in her handSykes, Roosevelt; Mr. Sykes Blues; Richmond, Ind., 22 Sept. 1932; (18801) Ch16586 Yz L1033
I'm going way out in West Texas : just to lie in theReed, Willie; Texas Blues; Dallas, 8 Dec. 1928; (1476011) Co14407D Yz L1010
The blues will drive you to drink and murder : and spend the rest of your life in jailJohnson, Lonnie; Devil's Got the Blues; New York, 31 Mar. 1938; (63518A) De7487 Sw S1225
But your life in misery : the minute that you ain't with the woman you loveJones, Little Hat; Two String Blues; San Antonio, 15 June 1929; (402648A) OK8712 His HLP32
My woman got a mouth : like a lighthouse in the seaLewis, Furry; Black Gypsy Blues; Memphis, 22 Sept. 1929; (M185 ) Vo1547 Yz L1008
For the lights in my room : even refuse to shine Spivey, Victoria; I Can't Last Long; Chicago, 20 Aug. 1936; (C14502) Vo03314 Spi LP2001
Where there's no hardships : like in Tennessee Jones, Maggie; North Bound Blues; New York, 16 Apr. 1925; (1405342) Co14092D VJM VLP23
Don't have to work there : like in Arkansas Jones, Maggie; North Bound Blues; New York, 16 Apr. 1925; (1405342) Co14092D VJM VLP23
Oh the ship is sinking : and the line in such a messSmith, Clara; Shipwrecked Blues; New York, 3 Apr. 1925; (1404911) Co14077D CC32
Hey hey hey : corn liquor in my bones Black, Lewis; Corn Liquor Blues; Memphis, 10 Dec. 1927; (1453672) Co14291D Rt RL327
You never have nothing : long as you live in SugarlandBlack Boy Shine (Harold Holiday); Sugarland Blues; San Antonio, 20 Nov. 1936; (SA25511) Vo03417 BC7
They call me Pig Iron Sally because I live in Slag Iron Alley : and I'm evil and mean as I can beBogan, Lucille; Pig Iron Sally; New York, 31 July 1934; (154902) Ba33375 Rt RL317
How can I live in this world babe : my baby with another manCole, Kid; Niagara Fall Blues; Chicago, c. June 1928; (C19981) Vo1187 Rt RL313
*Stone* live in country : Mr ??? live in town Estes, Sleepy John; Tell Me About It; Chicago, 4 June 1940; (93008A) De7766 Sw S1220
*Stone* live in country : Mr ??? live in town Estes, Sleepy John; Tell Me About It; Chicago, 4 June 1940; (93008A) De7766 Sw S1220
Tell him my good gal has quit me : and I can't live in no peaceJefferson, Blind Lemon; Old Rounders Blues; Chicago, c. Aug. 1926; (3018?) Pm12394 Rt RL306
I may live in Magnolia Texas : what them Mill City women going to doJefferson, Blind Lemon; Booger Rooger Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; (30882) Pm12425 Bio BLP12015
So if I live in Chicago : murder's going to be my crimeJefferson, Blind Lemon; Lonesome House Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1927; (200762) Pm12593 Mil MLP2007
We say we live in New York City : red white and blue brought us all the way throughJohnson, Lonnie; Life Saver Blues; New York, 9 Nov. 1927; (81801B) OK8557 CC30
Now the reason I love her : she live in Vicksburg on the hillMontgomery, Eurreal Little Brother; Vicksburg BluesPart 3; New Orleans, 16 Oct. 1936; (026451) BBB6697 CC35
But when she made the money : is when she lived in the piney woodJefferson, Blind Lemon; Piney Woods Money Mama; Chicago, c. Mar. 1928; (204082) Pm12650 Mil MLP2004
When I lived in Texas : doing very well Memphis Minnie; Goin' Back to Texas; New York, 18 June 1929; (1487092) Co14455D OJL21
Because I gave her my money : ooo well well and she lived in a great big wayWheatstraw, Peetie; Remember and Forget Blues; Chicago, 8 Apr. 1936; (C13512) Vo03273 Say SDR192
And these fast trains north and south : have settled their lives in clayHill, King Solomon; The Gone Dead Train; Grafton, Wis., c. Jan. 1932; (L12542) Pm13129 Yz L1004
One lives in the country : the other lives in townHull, Papa Harvey; Two Little Tommies Blues; Chicago, c. 8 Apr. 1927; (12691) Ge6122 Yz L1009
One lives in the country : the other lives in townHull, Papa Harvey; Two Little Tommies Blues; Chicago, c. 8 Apr. 1927; (12691) Ge6122 Yz L1009
Now my first love is in Texas : my [next one, second] lives in KokomoKelly, Jack; Kokomo Blues; New York, 1 Aug. 1933; (137212) MeM12812 Rt RL311
I'll drink muddy water : and I'll lives in a hollow logMcClennan, Tommy; Down to Skin and Bones; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1940; (053738 ) BBB8725 Rt RL305
Because I got another hot mama : and she lives in BaltimoreMcTell, Blind Willie; B and O Blues No. 2; New York, 21 Sept. 1933; (140661) Vo02568 Yz L1037
She don't have to treat me so bad : because she lives in TennesseeMcTell, Blind Willie; Runnin' Me Crazy; New York, 21 Sept. 1933; (140701) Vo02595 Rt RL324
There ain't nobody : who lives in 'Bam Smith, Clara; Steel Drivin' Man; New York, 16 Dec. 1924; (1401812) Co14053D VJM VLP17
Some men likes their country girl : my girl lives in townVincson, Walter (Mississippi Sheiks); She Ain't No Good; Jackson, Miss., 19 Dec. 1930; (404783B) OK8885 Mam S3804
I got a gal in East St Louis : she lives in Polack TownWilliams, Joe; I Won't Be in Hard Luck No More; Aurora, Ill., 5 May 1937; (076641) BBB7065 RCA INT1087
Woman I don't believe I could be any happier : if I were living in heaven aboveChatman, Peter (Memphis Slim); Caught the Old Coon at Last; Chicago, 4 Dec. 1941; (0704371) BBB8974 RCA730.581
It's bad to have a crooked woman : she'll keep you living in sinHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Crooked Woman Blues; Atlanta, 10 Nov. 1927; (1451981) Co14280D CC36
Well she's living in Memphis : and the fool won't write to meJefferson, Blind Lemon; Wartime Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; (30701) Pm12425 Rt RL301
You know said living with that woman : Lord it is just like living in hellRoland, Walter; Penniless Blues; New York, 20 Mar. 1935; (171532) Ba33461 Yz L1017
While you living in your mansion : you don't know what hard times meansSmith, Bessie; Poor Man's Blues; New York, 24 Aug. 1928; (1468951) Co14399D Co CL856
Well you's a pretty good woman : and living in a nice neighborhoodSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Tell It to the Judge No. 2; Chicago, c. 28 Jan. 1931; (C7239?) MeM12117 Yz L1031
I'd rather be on the North Pole : living in the ice and snowSykes, Roosevelt; Hard Luck Man Blues; Louisville, 9 June 1931; (69404 ) Vi23320 Yz L1033
Loaded in the *dog* wagon : and down the road we goBlackwell, Francis Scrapper; Penal Farm Blues; Indianapolis, c. June 1928; (IND625 ) Vo1192 Yz L1019
And I locked in the death cell : and drop my weary head and criedColeman, Bob; Sing Song Blues; Richmond, Ind., 7 June 1929; (15167) Pm12791 Rt RL340
All night long in my sleep : I felt like I wanted to screamHarris, Willie; Lonesome Midnight Dream; Chicago, c. mid Mar. 1930; (C5551 ) Br7149 Rt RL340
You passed my door brown : you won't even look in Hicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); 'Fo Day Creep; Atlanta, 10 Nov. 1927; (1451991) Co14280D CC36
Say you look in my face now : run and tell them I got those milkcow bluesSpruell, Freddie; Milk Cow Blues; Chicago, 25 June 1926; (9793A) OK8422 Yz L1038
I can look in your eyes sweet mama : tell what's on your mindWheatstraw, Peetie; Devilment Blues; Chicago, 2 Nov. 1937; (91323A) De7422 Say SDR192
I looked in through the keyhole : there's another nigger in my stallBird, Billy; Alabama BluesPart 2; Atlanta, 29 Oct. 1928; (1473261) Co14418D His HLP5
I went to the graveyard : looked in my baby's faceJones, Bo; Leavenworth Prison Blues; Dallas, c. Nov. 1929; (DAL461 ) Vo1452 Rt RL327
Looked in her face : and I looked down in her handsEdwards, Big Boy Teddy; Louise; Chicago, 14 June 1934; (806081) BBB5826 CC3
Yes he told a little gal : looking in the deep blue seaMoore, Alice; Kid Man Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1930; (L1712) Pm13107 CC37
I was leaning in my window : looking in my baby's doorRanger, Jack; T. P. Window Blues; San Antonio, 28 June 1929; (402768) OK8785 Rt RL315
Now you can tell a good man : looking in his face Stokes, Frank; Blues in D; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200482) Pm12552 Bio BLP12041
I picking up the newspaper : and I looking in the adsThomas, Ramblin' (Willard Thomas); No Job Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203432) Pm12609 Bio BLP12004
I'm going to haul off and buy me some : if I have to break her loose in jailJefferson, Blind Lemon; Bakershop Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15668) Pm12852 Mil MLP2013
Lord in my *doorbox* : is a call to him Bell, Anna; Hopeless Blues; Long Island City, c. Sept. 1928; (171A) QRSR7007 His HLP21
You'll find me riding : mama Lord Lord in this world somewhereJames, Skip; If You Haven't Got Any Hay Get on Down the Road; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1931; (L7661) Pm13066 Bio BLP12029
She been suckling some other bullcow : ooo Lord in a strange man's townJohnson, Robert; Milkcow's Calf Blues; Dallas, 20 June 1937; (DAL4032) ARC71065 Yz L1026
You know I let that woman tote my money : Lord in a jomo sackRoland, Walter; Penniless Blues; New York, 20 Mar. 1935; (171532) Ba33461 Yz L1017
They caught some wind of this : Lord in a dive Speckled Red (Rufus Perryman); House Dance Blues; Memphis, 22 Sept. 1929; (M184 ) Br7137 OJL20
Lord I'd rather be in the woods mama : Lord in a lion's denSykes, Roosevelt; Skeet and Garret; Chicago, 16 Nov. 1929; (403312A) OK8749 Yz L1033
Well I would shine my light : ooo Lord in the ocean springTemple, Johnnie; Big Boat Whistle; Chicago, 14 May 1935; (C986B) Vo03068 OJL17
Then I will lean upon some loved ones : ooo Lord in the valley baby I will goTemple, Johnnie; Big Boat Whistle; Chicago, 14 May 1935; (C986B) Vo03068 OJL17
I'm going to hang my hat baby : Lord in some old weeping willow treeunknown artist (possibly Skip James); Throw Me Down; place unknown, c. Oct. 1928; (209981) Pm unissued Bio BLP12029
Well I saw the boll weevil : Lord acircle Lordy in the airPatton, Charley; Mississippi Bo Weavil Blues; Richmond, Ind., 14 June 1929; (15211) Pm12805 Yz L1020
Have you ever been low in spirits : mama and you didn't know what was on your mindDavis, Walter; Call Your Name; Chicago, 21 July 1939; (0405231) BBB8470 Yz L1025
She was low in front : she was bouncy behind Estes, Sleepy John; Drop Down; Chicago, 4 June 1940; (93009A) De7766 Sw S1220
I'm standing in front of the bakershop : and I'm feeling lowdown in mindJefferson, Blind Lemon; Bakershop Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15668) Pm12852 Mil MLP2013
Doctor says all you need : your lover in your armsWhite, Washington; High Fever Blues; Chicago, 8 Mar. 1940; (WC2987A) Vo05489 Co C30036
Well it's hard to tell it's hard to tell : when all your love's in vainJohnson, Robert; Love in Vain; Dallas, 20 June 1937; (DAL402?) Vo04630 Co C30034
Well it's hard to tell it's hard to tell : when all your love's in vainJohnson, Robert; Love in Vain; Dallas, 20 June 1937; (DAL402?) Vo04630 His HLP31
Says I want you to come : and do my loving in my own homeChatman, Bo; The Ins and Outs of My Girl; New Orleans, 15 Oct. 1936; (026141) BBB7213 Yz L1014
Bad luck in my bed : bad luck's in my home Baker, Willie; Bad Luck Moan; Richmond, Ind., 10 Jan. 1929; (14892) Ge6812 Rt RL326
Bad luck in my family : all done fell on me Richardson, Mooch; Burying Ground Blues; Memphis, 23 Mar. 1928; (400375A) OK8576 Mam S3803
When you get bad luck in your home : there's a few men know just how you feelShort, Jaydee; Grand Daddy Blues; New York, 14 Mar. 1932; (11479A) Vo1708 Yz L1018
Bad luck in St Louis : and it all fell on [poor] meSmith, Bessie Mae; St. Louis Daddy; Grafton, Wis., c. Dec. 1929; (L78?) Pm12922 OJL20
Bad luck in my bed : bad luck's in my home Baker, Willie; Bad Luck Moan; Richmond, Ind., 10 Jan. 1929; (14892) Ge6812 Rt RL326
When I was lying in jail : with my back turned to the wallCollins, Sam; The Jail House Blues; Richmond, Ind., c. 23 Apr. 1927; (12736) Ge6167 OJL2
But I'm getting tired of that black snake : lying in my baby's armsJefferson, Blind Lemon; Black Snake Dream Blues; Chicago, c. June 1927; (45772) Pm12510 Bio BLP12015
I'm lying in jail : with my face turned to the wallWilkins, Robert; Jail House Blues; Memphis, 8 Sept. 1928; (45499 ) Vi23379 Yz L1002
Did you get that letter now : mailed in your back yardBailey, Kid; Rowdy Blues; Memphis, c. 25 Sept. 1929; (M211) Br7114 OJL5
Post office on fire : mailman in jail Red Nelson (Nelson Wilborn); Sweetest Thing Born; Chicago, 6 Feb. 1936; (90605A) De7155 Cor CP58
With blood in my eye : and malice in my heart Smith, J. T. Funny Paper; Hungry Wolf; Chicago, c. Apr. 1931; (VO165A) Vo1655 Yz L1031
Lord if I get lucky : mama in this world again Alexander, Texas; No More Woman Blues; San Antonio, 9 Mar. 1928; (400446A) OK8624 Rt RL312
Thought of my mama in Avalon : couldn't hardly keep from cryingHurt, Mississippi John; Avalon Blues; New York, 21 Dec. 1928; (401473B) OK8759 Bio BLPC4
And I tried everything mama in this world : to get along with youMontgomery, Eurreal Little Brother; Leaving Town Blues; New Orleans, 16 Oct. 1936; (026501) BBB6916 CC35
Lord I don't feel welcome : mama in St Louis no morePalmer, Sylvester; Broke Man Blues; Chicago, 15 Nov. 1929; (403305B) Co14524D RBF RF12
I'm going up the country : mama in a few more daysPatton, Charley; Pea Vine Blues; Richmond, Ind., 14 June 1929; (15221A) Pm12877 Yz L1001
I did more for you baby : mama in the rain and snowShade, Will; I Packed My Suitcase, Started to the Train; Atlanta, 19 Oct. 1927; (403121) Vi21412 Rt RL311
Pretty mama's in Avalon : want me there all the timeHurt, Mississippi John; Avalon Blues; New York, 21 Dec. 1928; (401473B) OK8759 Bio BLPC4
Pretty mama's in Avalon : sure will spend your changeHurt, Mississippi John; Avalon Blues; New York, 21 Dec. 1928; (401473B) OK8759 Bio BLPC4
Her mama's in the kitchen : cooking in a stew Newbern, Hambone Willie; She Could ToodleOo; Atlanta, 13 Mar. 1929; (402295A) OK8740 Rt RL323
I've got the blues : for my sweet man in jail Beaman, Lottie; Rolling Log Blues; Richmond, Ind., c. Aug. 1928; (14162) Ge6624 OJL6
I've got the blues : for my sweet man in jail Beaman, Lottie; Rollin' Log Blues; Kansas City, early Nov. 1929; (KC605 ) Br7147 Yz L1018
That's the onliest way : I can keep my man in townBogan, Lucille; T N and O Blues; New York, 17 July 1933; (135491) Ba32845 Rt RL317
I ain't never loved : just one man in my life Bogan, Lucille; Reckless Woman; New York, 1 Aug. 1934; (155072) Ba33313 His HLP4
Told me to my face : that a good man in my place Calicott, Joe; Fare Thee Well Blues; Memphis, c. 21 Feb. 1930; (MEM778 ) Br7166 OJL11
But I can roll your lemon better : than any man in this townChatman, Bo; Let Me Roll Your Lemon; New Orleans, 19 Jan. 1935; (876241) BBB5861 Yz L1034
Ain't a man in this town : can grind this coffee like mineColeman, Jaybird; Coffee Grinder Blues; Atlanta, 22 Apr. 1930; (1503602) Co14534D Yz L1006
Stuck a match : caught a man in his bed Covington, Blind Bogus Ben; It's a Fight Like That; Chicago, c. 9 Oct. 1928; (C4630 ) Br7121 Rt RL325
Well I'll follow that horse : man in any land Crudup, Arthur Big Boy; Black Pony Blues; Chicago, 11 Sept. 1941; (0648731) BBB8896 RCA LPV518
When your back is turned : they with every man in the neighborhoodDay, Texas Bill; Elm Street Blues; Dallas, 5 Dec. 1929; (1495382) Co14514D Fly LP103
They call me pretty papa : swellest man in town Dorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); Grievin' Me Blues; Chicago, c. 6 Sept. 1928; ( ) Vo1216 His HLP1
You know I couldn't get a white man in Brownsville : yes to even say they would go my bondEstes, Sleepy John; Jailhouse Blues; Chicago, 4 June 1940; (93007A) De7814 RBF RF8
You know : you the foolishest man in town Jackson, Papa Charlie; Airy Man Blues; Chicago, c. Aug. 1924; (18512) Pm12219 Yz L1029
Believe to my soul : they got my man in jail Johnson, Elizabeth; Sobbin' Woman Blues; New York, 30 Oct. 1928; (401280?) OK8789 Her H201
The man in the moon looked down on us : but had nothing to sayMoore, Whistlin' Alex; West Texas Woman; Dallas, 5 Dec. 1929; (1495312) Co14496D His HLP32
You know : you didn't have another man in my stallNickerson, Charlie Bozo; Got a Letter from My Darlin'; Memphis, 26 Nov. 1930; (64731 ) Vi23267 Rt RL337
On this Black Mountain : can't keep a man in jail Smith, Bessie; Black Mountain Blues; New York, 22 July 1930; (1506582) Co14554D Co CL856
Had a man in Black Mountain : sweetest man in townSmith, Bessie; Black Mountain Blues; New York, 22 July 1930; (1506582) Co14554D Co CL856
Had a man in Black Mountain : sweetest man in townSmith, Bessie; Black Mountain Blues; New York, 22 July 1930; (1506582) Co14554D Co CL856
Ain't but one man in this world : that can satisfy meSmith, Clara; Deep Blue Sea Blues; New York, 19 Aug. 1924; (819313) Co14034D VJM VLP17
And go to my baby and tell her : there's another sevensister man in townSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Seven Sisters BluesPart 1; Chicago, c. Apr. 1931; (VO168A) Vo1641 Yz L1031
There's a man in town : who's called the ladies' lover nowSmith, Mamie; Jenny's Ball; New York, 19 Feb. 1931; (404852A) OK8915 Sw S1240
I don't want no woman : partner that wants every man in townSykes, Roosevelt; No Good Woman Blues; Chicago, 3 Nov. 1930; (C6475A) MeM12086 Yz L1033
I want to know : if I can bite your man in the backThomas, Ramblin' (Willard Thomas); Back Gnawing Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203442) Pm12609 Bio BLP12004
My man's in the mountain : and I've got the mountain keyJohnson, Mary; Key to the Mountain Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1930; (L1773) Pm12996 Jo SM3098
Oh my man's in the mountain : and I've got the mountain keyJohnson, Mary; Key to the Mountain Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1930; (L1773) Pm12996 Jo SM3098
I got the choo choo blues : because my man's in Dixieland todaySmith, Trixie; Choo Choo Blues; New York, Dec. 1924; (19783) Pm12245 CC29
It's a mark in my family : it must be carried on Smith, Trixie; Sorrowful Blues; New York, c. May 1924; (17802) Pm12208 CC29
Ask anybody : little Mary in town Estes, Sleepy John; Mary Come On Home; Chicago, 4 June 1940; (93006A) De7814 Sw S1220;
Get the wood in the stove : and the match in your handHowell, Peg Leg; Coal Man Blues; Atlanta, 8 Nov. 1926; (1431162) Co14194D RBF RF202
You got me in trouble : and you say you ain't to blameAlexander, Texas; I Am Calling Blues; New York, 20 Nov. 1928; (401349A) OK8801 His HLP31
When I love my woman : it puts me in a strain Alexander, Texas; I Am Calling Blues; New York, 20 Nov. 1928; (401349A) OK8801 His HLP31
Said all my friends done forgot me : everybody's down on me in my neighborhoodArnold, Kokomo; Old Black Cat Blues; Chicago, 15 Jan. 1935; (C9653A) De7050 CC25
Says I knocked on my front door mama : my good gal wouldn't seem to let me inArnold, Kokomo; Front Door Blues; Chicago, 15 Jan. 1935; (C9655A) De7156 BC4
Now it seems like troubles : going to put me in my lonesome graveArnold, Kokomo; Bad Luck Blues; New York, 12 May 1938; (63753A) De7540 CC25
Now you can put me in the alley : my gal is name is SallyBig Bill (Broonzy); How You Want It Done; New York, 29 Mar. 1932; (116112) Ba32436 Yz L1011
Now pick me up mama : put me in your bed Black, Lewis; Corn Liquor Blues; Memphis, 10 Dec. 1927; (1453672) Co14291D Rt RL327
You call me in the morning : you call me late at nightBlake, Blind; Stonewall Street Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; (30811) Pm12431 Bio BLP12031
You dog me in the morning : mama you dog me late at nightBlake, Blind; Doggin' Me Mama Blues; Chicago, c. Apr. 1928; (205173) Pm12673 Bio BLP12037
I know where she's at : but her man won't let me inBlake, Blind; Search Warrant Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1928; (208713) Pm12737 Bio BLP12023
Went home last night : my baby won't let me in Blake, Blind; Fightin' the Jug; Richmond, Ind., 20 July 1929; (15250) Pm12863 Bio BLP12037
I begged my baby : let me in her door Blake, Blind; Playing Policy Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Dec. 1930; (L6471) Pm13035 Bio BLP12003
Let me in your darkest corner woman : hide me from your manBracey, Ishman; Left Alone Blues; Memphis, 4 Feb. 1928; (418432) Vi21349 Rt RL330
Now I'll let some freight train : *throw me in the sea*Bracey, Ishman; Leavin' Town Blues; Memphis, 31 Aug. 1928; (45458?) ViV38560(?) Rt RL330
When I went to my dentist : he put me in his chairBryant, Laura; Dentist Chair BluesPart 1; Long Island City, c. Jan. 1929; (322A) QRSR7055 His HLP21
Take me to the graveyard : put me in the ground Carr, Leroy; Suicide Blues; New York, 17 Dec. 1934; (164421) Vo unissued Bio BLPC9
Now listen here mama : treat me in a lowdown way Chatman, Bo; Howlin' Tom Cat Blues; San Antonio, 27 Mar. 1934; (826301) BB5536 Yz L1034
Say you keep me in trouble : so worried and bothered all the timeCole, Kid; Hard Hearted Mama Blues; Chicago, c. June 1928; (C19971) Vo1187 Rt RL313
Boy I'd *better see my good girl* : leave me in this townDay, Will; Central Avenue Blues; New Orleans, 25 Apr. 1928; (1461862) Co14318D Yz L1010
He count me in the morning : count me through the dayEdwards, Big Boy Teddy; Louise; Chicago, 14 June 1934; (806081) BBB5826 CC3
Now they carried me in the house : and they laid me across the bankEstes, Sleepy John; Floating Bridge; New York, 2 Aug. 1935; (62465A) De7442 RBF RF8
They dried me off : and they laid me in the bed Estes, Sleepy John; Floating Bridge; New York, 2 Aug. 1935; (62465A) De7442 RBF RF8
??? *upped* and come here : caught me in a barrel Evans, Joe; Shook It This Morning Blues; New York, 21 May 1931; (106652) Or8083 Yz L1015
Take me in your arms and love me : like you used to doFuller, Blind Boy; Good Feeling Blues; New York, 7 Mar. 1940; (26616A) OK06231 BC11
I didn't have no sweet woman : just to hold me in her armsGillum, Bill Jazz; Got to Reap What You Sow; Chicago, 17 May 1939; (034810 ) BBB8287 RCA INT1177
You broke my heart : and left me in misery Gillum, Bill Jazz; Riley Springs Blues; Chicago, 4 July 1941; (064737 ) BBB8846 RCA INT1177
I keep knocking : but they won't let me in Green, Lil; I'm Wasting My Time on You; Chicago, 21 Jan. 1942; (0708031) BBB9010 RCA LPV574
And you may not never : mama see me in your town no moreHawkins, Walter Buddy Boy; Awful Fix Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200341) Pm12539 Yz L1004
Let me in please Charlie : no one here but me Hicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Blind Pig Blues; Atlanta, 13 Apr. 1928; (1460501) Co14372D CC36
I knocked on your door : wouldn't even let me in Hicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); She's Gone Blues; Atlanta, 26 Oct. 1928; (1473061) Co14461D RBF RF15
Don't believe I'm a donkey : put me in a stall Hill, Bertha Chippie; Low Land Blues; Chicago, 9 Nov. 1925; (9456A) OK8273 Bio BLPC6
He said look you ought to know this train ain't mine : and you asking me in vainHill, King Solomon; The Gone Dead Train; Grafton, Wis., c. Jan. 1932; (L12542) Pm13129 Yz L1004
I ain't got no sweet mama : Lord to rock me in her armsHill, Sammy; Cryin' for the Blues; Dallas, 9 Aug. 1929; (55319) ViV38588 Yz L1004
The gravedigger : looked me in the eye Hite, Mattie; Graveyard Dream Blues; New York, c. mid Nov. 1923; (70413) Pat032014 VJM VLP40
If I don't find something : this will end me in disgraceHurt, Mississippi John; Blue Harvest Blues; New York, 28 Dec. 1928; (401487A) OK8692 Bio BLPC4
People she works for : don't allow me in the yard Jackson, Papa Charlie; Drop that Sack; Chicago, c. May 1925; (21451) Pm12289 Yz L1029
Cherry ball quit me : she quit me in a calm good wayJames, Skip; Cherry Ball Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1931; (L7482) Pm13065 Bio BLP12029
Hang me in the morning : and cut me down at night Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Hangman's Blues; Chicago, c. Aug. 1928; (208162) Pm12679 Mil MLP2004
Went to the police station : begged the police to put me in jailJefferson, Blind Lemon; Peach Orchard Mama; Chicago, c. Aug. 1929; (214002) Pm12801 Riv RLP12125
Now when I die : bury me in a Stetson hat Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Pneumonia Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15669) Pm12880 Mil MLP2013
Soon as I leave my home : you trying to bite me in my backJohnson, Lonnie; Sam, You're Just a Rat; New York, 9 Feb. 1932; (405141A) OK8937 Yz L1028
And when you hear me howling in my passway rider : please open your door and let me inJohnson, Robert; Stone in My Passway; Dallas, 19 June 1937; (DAL3772) ARC71267 Co CL1654
Now you said that you didn't knowed that I was coming baby : you wouldn't have even let me inJones, Elijah; Mean Actin' Mama; Aurora, Ill., 13 Mar. 1938; (0201241) BBB7616 RCA INT1175
Take me to the graveyard : put me in the ground Jones, Maggie; Suicide Blues; New York, 1 Apr. 1925; (1404903) Co14070D VJM VLP23
Trouble wake me in the morning : put me to bed late at nightLucas, Jane; Double Trouble Blues; Richmond, Ind., 19 Nov. 1930; (17285) Ch16289 Yz L1035
First thing I know : she done had turned me in McCoy, Joe; Someday I'll Be in the Clay; Chicago, 13 Aug. 1932; (C9290) De7008 Rt RL329
You can love me in the morning : you can love me late at nightMcCoy, Robert Lee; Friar's Point Blues; Chicago, 5 June 1940; (93037A) De7819 Rt RL319
Not to meet me in Memphis : but meet me in BirminghamMcTell, Blind Willie; Writin' Paper Blues; Atlanta, 18 Oct. 1927; (403081) Vi21474 Yz L1005
Not to meet me in Memphis : but meet me in BirminghamMcTell, Blind Willie; Writin' Paper Blues; Atlanta, 18 Oct. 1927; (403081) Vi21474 Yz L1005
I'm going to let that Texas Special : drop me in southern U S AMoore, Whistlin' Alex; It Wouldn't Be So Hard; Dallas, 6 Dec. 1929; (1495622) Co14496D His HLP32
Say she serves me in the morning : she serves me late at nightMoss, Buddy; Gravy Server; New York, 21 Aug. 1935; (17981 ) ARC61156 Rt RL318
Going to cook my supper : Lord put me in her bed Patton, Charley; It Won't Be Long; Richmond, Ind., 14 June 1929; (15220) Pm12854 Yz L1020
They got me in shackles : I'm wearing my ball and chainPatton, Charley; Hammer Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. late Nov. 1929; (L472) Pm12998 Yz L1020
You don't need no telling : mama take me in your carPatton, Charley; Bird Nest Bound; Grafton, Wis., c. 28 May 1930; (L4331) Pm13070 Yz L1020
And he put me in the cellar : it was dark as it could bePatton, Charley; High Sheriff Blues; New York, 30 Jan. 1934; (147252) Vo02680 Yz L1020
Take me in your arms mama : and rock me good and slowStokes, Frank; Blues in D; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200482) Pm12552 Bio BLP12041
Take me in your arms : rock me good and slow Stokes, Frank; Frank Stoke's Dream; Memphis, 30 Sept. 1929; (563052) Vi23411 Yz L1008
Please Mr : please don't kill me in here Thomas, George; Don't Kill Him in Here; Grafton, Wis., c. Nov. 1929; (L182) Pm12826 Rt RL340
If my girl don't want me : cast me in the sea Thomas, Henry; Texas Worried Blues; Chicago, c. 13 June 1928; (C2002 ) Vo1249 OJL3
If you find me tomorrow : you'll find me in the same old wayThomas, Ramblin' (Willard Thomas); Good Time Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1928; (210271) Pm12752 Bio BLP12004
Just put a block on me baby : turn me in your back yardVincson, Walter; Overtime Blues; Memphis, c. 22 Sept. 1929; (M178) Br7141 Yz L1007
He carried me to the station : and put me in a cellWashboard Sam; I'm On My Way Blues; Aurora, Ill., 4 May 1937; (07621 ) BBB7096 BC10
Look me in the eye : I think I can make you understandWashboard Sam; Lover's Lane Blues; Chicago, 4 Nov. 1941; (0703811) BBB9007 BC10
Insurance man turned around : and he looked me in the eyeWashboard Walter; Insurance Man Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Apr. 1930; (L2832) Pm12954 Her H205
But as soon as I'm gone : you always bite me in the backWeldon, Will (Casey Bill); Somebody's Got to Go; Chicago, 2 Apr. 1936; (100324) BBB6356 Rt RL329
Stop your calling me in : I've got what you should getWhite, Georgia; Walking the Street; Chicago, 28 Jan. 1937; (91104A) De7277 AH158
Now the same big black train : that put me in a strainWhite, Washington; Black Train Blues; Chicago, 7 Mar. 1940; (WC2977A) Vo05588 Co C30036
That's the same black train : that left me in this painWhite, Washington; Black Train Blues; Chicago, 7 Mar. 1940; (WC2977A) Vo05588 Co C30036
If I can't find no one : ooo well you will find me in a graveWhite, Washington; Strange Place Blues; Chicago, 7 Mar. 1940; (WC2978A) Vo05526 Co C30036
Never will forget the day : when they had me in Parchman jailWhite, Washington; When Can I Change My Clothes; Chicago, 7 Mar. 1940; (WC2979A) Vo05489 Co C30036
Hey : you going to drive me in my blood White, Washington; Bukka's Jitterbug Swing; Chicago, 8 Mar. 1940; (WC2991A) OK05743 Co C30036
She left me last night : left me in the wrong Wiggins, James Boodle It; Evil Woman Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203792) Pm12662 Mil MLP2018
I didn't have no daddy : to hold me in his arms Wiley, Geeshie (Elvie Thomas); Eagles on a Half; Grafton, Wis., c. Mar. 1931; (L8261) Pm13074 Yz L1001
You can arrest me judge : put me in the cell Williams, Joe; Somebody's Been Borrowing that Stuff; Chicago, 25 Feb. 1935; (854881) BBB5900 RCA LPV518
*Treat me in the days* : and my loving every nightWilliams, Joe; I'm Getting Wild About Her; Chicago, 27 Mar. 1941; (0539901) BBB8774 BC6
I said lazy baby won't you go riding : can I take you riding with me in my carWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Shannon Street Blues; Aurora, Ill., 17 June 1938; (0208471) BBB7847 RCA INT1088
Think about me when I'm gone : little girl think about me in your sleepWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Little Girl Blues; Aurora, Ill., 17 Dec. 1938; (0308521) BBB8010 RCA INT1088
Now you remember way last fall : ooo they put me in the old *Brisby* jailWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Broken Hearted Blues; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1941; (070145 ) BBB9031 BC20
Than have that black bee : bite me in my back Wilson, Leola B.; Back Biting Bee Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1926; (40132) Pm12444 Bio BLP12037
Give me four dollars : take me in Wilson, Kid Wesley (Leola B. Wilson); The Gin Done Done It; New York, 5 Sept. 1929; (148977?) Co14463D His HLP5
Now the meal in the barrel : is going fast Wallace, Sippie; Lazy Man Blues; Chicago, 6 May 1927; (80839B) OK8470 CC32
Rats is mean in my kitchen : and I lost my Maltese catJefferson, Blind Lemon; Maltese Cat Blues; Chicago, c. Aug. 1928; (208201) Pm12712 Bio BLP12015
They got all the women coming down to the man : *I mean in Texas too*Thomas, Henry; Don't Ease Me In; Chicago, c. 13 June 1928; ( ) Vo1197 OJL3
Put your meat in the cupboard : turn your damper downHull, Papa Harvey; Two Little Tommies Blues; Chicago, c. 8 Apr. 1927; (12691) Ge6122 Yz L1009
The first time I met you : you had the meat in your handMemphis Minnie; You Can't Give It Away; Chicago, 10 Jan. 1935; (C9644A) De7048 Pal PL101
And the members in the corner : singing Alabama boundStevens, Vol; Coal Oil Blues; Memphis, 13 Feb. 1928; (418882) Vi21278 OJL4
Where the men in Texas going : it seems just the sameColeman, Lonnie; Wild About My Loving; Atlanta, 12 Apr. 1929; (1482592) Co14440D Rt RL318
I ain't never loved : but three men in my life Smith, Bessie; Down Hearted Blues; New York, 16 Feb. 1923; (808635) CoA3844 Co CL855
Because these mens in Atlanta : about to let my hambone spoilGibson, Cleo; Nothing But the Blues; Atlanta, 14 Mar. 1929; (402312) OK8700 Sw S1240
You are the same girl : I met in nineteen hundred and fourWashboard Sam; I'm Not the Lad; Chicago, 26 June 1941; (0644781) BBB8878 RCA LPV577
I can't get my milk in the morning : I can't get my cream no moreArnold, Kokomo; Milk Cow BluesNo. 4; Chicago, 11 Sept. 1935; (90316A) De7163 CC25
My mind in such a condition : until I hardly know the days in the weekDoyle, Little Buddy; Bad in Mind Blues; Memphis, 14 July 1939; (MEM1531) Vo05111 Rt RL319
My heart's in trouble : mind's in misery Day, Will; Sunrise Blues; New Orleans, 25 Apr. 1928; (1461912) Co14318D Yz L1032
And there ain't no more : cheap like mine in town Bogan, Lucille; Coffee Grindin' Blues; Chicago, 10 May 1929; (C3461 ) Br7083 His HLP15
Little minnows in the river : kingfish in the deep blue seaTampa Red (Hudson Whittaker); Kingfish Blues; Chicago, 22 Mar. 1934; (803851) BBB5617 RCA LPV518
Because you go with every man : mmm in anybody's neighborhoodMcClennan, Tommy; Down to Skin and Bones; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1940; (053738 ) BBB8725 Rt RL305
Someone moaning in the corner : Lord I tried so hard to seeLewis, Furry; Mean Old Bedbug Blues; probably New York, c. late Oct. 1927; ( ) Vo1134 Rt RL333
I looked for you Sunday morning : till Monday in the afternoonDavis, Walter; Call Your Name; Chicago, 21 July 1939; (0405231) BBB8470 Yz L1025
If you got money in the bank : don't let your woman draw it outBig Bill (Broonzy); The Banker's Blues; Richmond, Ind., 19 Nov. 1930; (17281) Ch16327 Yz L1011
Got no money in your pocket : to get a decent mealBracey, Ishman; Woman Woman Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Mar. 1930; (L2392) Pm12970 OJL2
I went down on the corner : with my money in my handDorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); Grievin' Me Blues; Chicago, c. 6 Sept. 1928; ( ) Vo1216 His HLP1
You go down Black Bottom : put your money in your shoeEvans, Joe; Down in Black Bottom; New York, 21 May 1931; (106641) Or8083 Yz L1015
If you go down in Black Bottom : put your money in your shoesMcPhail, Black Bottom; Down in Black Bottom; New York, 17 Mar. 1932; (11512A) Vo1721 Yz L1019
Because he works all the time : he puts money in her handReynolds, Blind Willie; Married Man Blues; Memphis, 26 Nov. 1930; (647212) Vi23258 Yz L1009
Get your money in your hand : and don't be long Wilkins, Robert; New Stock Yard Blues; Jackson, Miss., 10 Oct. 1935; (JAX107 ) Vo03223 OJL21
I'll either spend a month in jail : or I'm sure to lose my jobMiles, Lizzie; Shootin' Star Blues; New York, 4 Jan. 1928; (77082) Ba7025 VJM VLP40
Six months in the workhouse : sure ain't hard for meAnderson, Jelly Roll; Free Woman Blues; Chicago or Richmond, Ind., 19 Apr. 1927; (12718B) Ge6135 Rt RL340
Oh six months in *jail* : and a month on the county farmMoore, Alice; Prison Blues; Richmond, Ind., 16 Aug. 1929; (15448) Pm12868 CC37
Three months in jail : ain't no long long time Smith, Clara; Court House Blues; New York, 3 Apr. 1925; (1404921) Co14073D CC32
Going to sell moonshine in the day : and sell the dope at nightWashboard Sam; Bucket's Got a Hole in It; Aurora, Ill., 16 June 1938; (020808 ) BBB7906 BC2
But the sun going to shine : once more in my back doorHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); She's Gone Blues; Atlanta, 26 Oct. 1928; (1473061) Co14461D RBF RF15
I got morphine in my belly : cocaine in my head Harrison, Smoky; Hop Head Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Dec. 1929; (L791) Pm12920 Rt RL340
I want you to send my body : home to my motherinlawBarefoot Bill; Squabblin' Blues; Atlanta, 20 Apr. 1930; (1503032) Co14526D OJL14
Motor's in a bad condition : you got to have these batteries chargedJohnson, Robert; Terraplane Blues; San Antonio, 23 Nov. 1936; (SA25861) ARC70356 Co CL1654
Lord I'd rather be dead mama : mouldering in the clayHull, Papa Harvey; Mama You Don't Know How; Chicago, c. May 1927; ( ) BP8030 Her H201
I got to move in the alley : I ain't allowed on your streetCarter, George; Rising River Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1929; (211532) Pm12750 Yz L1012
Well the chinch has moved in : all in my room Baker, Willie; Bad Luck Moan; Richmond, Ind., 10 Jan. 1929; (14892) Ge6812 Rt RL326
I've got Ford engine movements in my hips : ten thousand miles guaranteeGibson, Cleo; I've Got Ford Movements in My Hips; Atlanta, 14 Mar. 1929; (402311) OK8700 Sw S1240
But the movements in her hip : will make a dead manJames, Jesse; Sweet Patuni; Chicago, 3 June 1936; (90760 ) De unissued Yz L1028
I woke up this morning : black snake was moving in on meJefferson, Blind Lemon; That Black Snake Moan No 2; Chicago, c. Mar. 1929; (212021) Pm12756 Mil MLP2013
It's a little boll weevil : she's moving in the airPatton, Charley; Mississippi Bo Weavil Blues; Richmond, Ind., 14 June 1929; (15211) Pm12805 Yz L1020
I had a dream last night babe : another mule in my doggone stallBig Bill (Broonzy); Big Bill Blues; Richmond, Ind., 9 Feb. 1932; (18385) Ch16400 Yz L1035
I'd love to go home any time : and catch another mule in my stallCampbell, Charlie; Goin' Away Blues; Birmingham, Ala. 25 Mar. 1937; (B322) Vo03571 Fly LP103
There's another mule in the stable : where my mule ought to beJones, Coley; Drunkard's Special; Dallas, 6 Dec. 1929; (1495582) Co14489D Fwy FA2951
How come another mule in the stable : where my mule ought to beJones, Coley; Drunkard's Special; Dallas, 6 Dec. 1929; (1495582) Co14489D Fwy FA2951
They want to put a halter on him : ooo well and tie him up like a mule in his stallWheatstraw, Peetie; When a Man Gets Down; Chicago, 26 Oct. 1936; (90961A) De7243 Say SDR192
The blues will leave you with murder in your mind : that's when the devil out of hell steps inJohnson, Lonnie; Devil's Got the Blues; New York, 31 Mar. 1938; (63518A) De7487 Sw S1225
And here they got me charged : with murder in the first degreeSpivey, Victoria; Murder in the First Degree; New York, 1 Nov. 1927; (81596B) OK8581 Spi LP2001
And I feel like hollering : murder in the first degreeStokes, Frank; Half Cup of Tea; Chicago, c. Aug. 1927; (47742) Pm12531 Rt RL308
And I feel like hollering : murder in the first degreeStokes, Frank; Beale Town Bound; Chicago, c. Aug. 1927; (47752) Pm12576 Rt RL308
So there'd quit being so doggone much : of murdering in townReynolds, Blind Joe; Nehi Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1930; (L1462) Pm12927 OJL11
Music in the kitchen : music in the hall Thomas, Henry; Run, Mollie, Run; Chicago, 7 Oct. 1927; (C1222) Vo1141 OJL3
Music in the kitchen : music in the hall Thomas, Henry; Run, Mollie, Run; Chicago, 7 Oct. 1927; (C1222) Vo1141 OJL3
And by my reckless living : I've put myself in badHowell, Peg Leg; Low Down Rounder Blues; Atlanta, 20 Apr. 1928; (1461611) Co14320D RBF RF1
I believe I'll go home friend : and do this dress myself in blackWilkins, Robert; I'll Go With Her Blues; Memphis, c. early Feb. 1930; (MEM743 ) Br7158 OJL11
Yes she's large in the body : she's neat in the waistFuller, Blind Boy; Stealing BoHog; New York, 7 Sept. 1937; (216272) ARC80165 BC11
Because you can't quit me papa : there's no need in tryingMcTell, Blind Willie; Writin' Paper Blues; Atlanta, 18 Oct. 1927; (403081) Vi21474 Yz L1005
All right take it easy here mama : whilst I stick my needle inDavis, Walter; Think You Need a Shot; Chicago, 3 Apr. 1936; (1003391) BBB6498 RCA INT1085
Just as well be looking : for a needle in the sandFuller, Blind Boy; Rag, Mama, Rag; New York, 25 July 1935; (178632) ARC351032 BC6
There ain't no more I can do : there ain't no needs in tryingCarr, Leroy; What More Can I Do; Chicago, c. 20 Jan. 1931; (C7222A) Vo1651 Yz L1036
If I was a bird mama : I would build a nest in the heart of townPatton, Charley; Bird Nest Bound; Grafton, Wis., c. 28 May 1930; (L4331) Pm13070 Yz L1020
Now if you get you a woman : now now treat her nice in every wayMcClennan, Tommy; Drop Down Mama; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1940; (0537411) BBB8704 Rt RL305
I looked in through the keyhole : there's another nigger in my stallBird, Billy; Alabama BluesPart 2; Atlanta, 29 Oct. 1928; (1473261) Co14418D His HLP5
Last night in my bed I found a black panther : must have been about fortynine inchesWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Black Panter Blues; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1941; (070144 ) BB340701 BC3
Start at nine in the evening : and love me all night longDorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); If You Want Me to Love You; New York, 5 Feb. 1932; (11242A) Vo1682 Yz L1039
I got eighty in New York : I got ninety in Tupalo Harrison, Smoky; Iggly Oggly Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Dec. 1929; (L801) Pm12920 Rt RL340
It ain't nobody in town : can grind their coffee like mineBogan, Lucille; Coffee Grindin' Blues; Chicago, 10 May 1929; (C3461 ) Br7083 His HLP15
I ain't got nobody in this world : will do love me trueColeman, Bob; Sing Song Blues; Richmond, Ind., 7 June 1929; (15167) Pm12791 Rt RL340
I might start shimmying : don't let nobody in Collins, Sam; Slow Mama Slow; New York, 8 Oct. 1931; (108392) Ba32311 OJL10
What I've got on my mind : ain't nobody in this world can tellDavis, Walter; JacksonvillePart 2; Chicago, 3 Apr. 1936; (1003381) BBB6468 Yz L1025
Ain't nobody in town : cook a jellyroll like mine Lewis, Furry; Jellyroll; probably New York, 28 May 1927; ( ) Vo1115 RBF RF11
Ain't nobody in town : can eagle rock like you Lewis, Furry; Black Gypsy Blues; Memphis, 22 Sept. 1929; (M185 ) Vo1547 Yz L1008
Got me laying back here on my bunk : nobody in the world to go my bailMcTell, Blind Willie; Bell Street Blues; Chicago, 23 Apr. 1935; (C9946A) De7078 Rt RL324
Ain't nobody in town : get no lowdowner I can Spruell, Freddie; LowDown Mississippi Bottom Man; Chicago, c. July 1928; (207281) Pm12665 Mam S3802
I ain't got nobody in Chicago : talk that old babytalkWilliams, Joe; Crawlin' King Snake; Chicago, 27 Mar. 1941; (0539892) BBB8738 RCA INT1087
Well I think about how you used to love me : little girl nobody in this world but meWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Little Girl Blues; Aurora, Ill., 17 Dec. 1938; (0308521) BBB8010 RCA INT1088
That's a house full of women Lord : none in there is mineBailey, Kid; Mississippi Bottom Blues; New York, 12 May 1938; (M209/10) Br7114 OJL5
Said take my advice : and don't bother with none in your neighborhoodStevens, Vol; Aunt Caroline Dyer Blues; Memphis, 29 May 1930; (62541 ) Vi23347 Jo SM3104
Well now if she's not in China : ooo well I believe she's in East St Louis somewhereWheatstraw, Peetie; Deep Sea Love; New York, 20 Feb. 1936; (60539A) De7167 Say SDR192
Went home last night : found a note in my brownskin's doorJefferson, Blind Lemon; Deceitful Brownskin Woman; Chicago, c. Oct. 1927; (200652) Pm12551 Bio BLP12015
Ain't nothing in this world boys : Lord for your black man to doHill, Sammy; Needin' My Woman Blues; Dallas, 9 Aug. 1929; (55320) ViV38588 Yz L1004
Ain't nothing in the jungle : that's any better than meJackson, Papa Charlie; Jungle Man Blues; Chicago, c. Dec. 1928; (210452) Pm12721 Bio BLP12042
Because ain't nothing in the jungle : that's any better than meJackson, Papa Charlie; Jungle Man Blues; Chicago, c. Dec. 1928; (210452) Pm12721 Bio BLP12042
Mama mama mama mama crying out and say oh Lord : there's nothing in the world poor daddy Lofton, Willie; Jake Leg Blues; Chicago, 24 Aug. 1934; (C9386A) De7076 Rt RL314
You ain't got no excuse now pullets : ain't nothing in your wayMemphis Minnie; Plymouth Rock Blues; Chicago, c. early June 1930; (C5831 ) Vo1631 BC13
Ain't nothing in rambling : either running around Memphis Minnie; Nothin in Rambling; Chicago, 27 June 1940; (WC3167A) OK05670 BC1
Because ain't nothing in rambling : either running aroundMemphis Minnie; Nothin in Rambling; Chicago, 27 June 1940; (WC3167A) OK05670 BC1
There is nothing in this world : I found that pleases youWallace, Sippie; Jack O' Diamonds Blues; Chicago, 1 Mar. 1926; (9548A) OK8328 CC32
And my mother dead and gone : nothing in this world that he will doWilliams, Joe; Stepfather Blues; Chicago, 25 Feb. 1935; (854921) BBB5996 OJL17
The racket that I am now in : Lord it make *white slavery*Davis, Walter; Travelin' this Lonesome Road; Chicago, 25 Feb. 1935; (854801) BBB5982 RCA INT1175
Now when people gather around : now in front of my baby's doorWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Project Highway; Aurora, Ill., 11 Nov. 1937; (016525 ) BBB7302 RCA INT1175
Now in case you want to go : now let me know Spruell, Freddie; Let's Go Riding; Chicago, 12 Apr. 1935; (85785 ) BBB6261 OJL18
And you can't find no consolation : nowhere in the world you goDavis, Walter; Call Your Name; Chicago, 21 July 1939; (0405231) BBB8470 Yz L1025
I can't feel happy : nowhere in the world I be Memphis Minnie; Boy Friend Blues; Chicago, 27 June 1940; (WC3168A) OK05670 BC1
He ain't got no equal : nowhere in this land Smith, Bessie; Jazzbo Brown from Memphis Town; New York, 18 Mar. 1926; (1418192) Co14133D Co CL856
You can't find no heaven : nowhere in the world that you goTownsend, Henry; She's Got a Mean Disposition; Chicaco, 25 Feb. 1935; (854941) BBB5966 Yz L1030
Eight o'clock in the morning : don't say one mumbling wordMemphis Minnie; Drunken Barrelhouse Blues; Chicago, 25 Mar. 1934; (CP10701) Vo02711 Yz L1021
Three o'clock in the morning : by the clock hanging on the wallRainey, Ma Gertrude; Night Time Blues; Chicago, c. Aug. 1925; (22111) Pm12303 Mil MLP2001
I find a note on the floor : it almost send me off in a tranceChatman, Peter (Memphis Slim); Empty Room Blues; Chicago, 30 Oct. 1940; (0535931) BBB8615 RCA730.581
Probably might slip back : off in a ditch Estes, Sleepy John; Easin' Back to Tennessee; New York, 22 Apr. 1938; (63649A) De7516 Sw S1220
Want to take me off in France : and know I ain't got no business over thereMemphis Minnie; Man You Won't Give Me No Money; Chicago, 27 May 1936; (C13882) Vo03474 BC1
And he dropped me off in Texas : in a little place they call San AntoneMontgomery, Eurreal Little Brother; West Texas Blues; New Orleans, 16 Oct. 1936; (026511) BBB7178 CC35
If your woman mistreat you : *better off in your lap*Patton, Charley; Heart Like Railroad Steel; Grafton, Wis., c. late Nov. 1929; (L501) Pm12953 Her H201
Now got offices in town : resident out on *Sentry* RoadEstes, Sleepy John; Lawyer Clark Blues; Chicago, 24 Sept. 1941; (0649241) BBB8871 RCA LPV518
She put [castor oil, black drops] in my coffee : with that [black drops, castor oil] in my teaDavis, Walter; Ashes in My Whiskey; Chicago, 31 Oct. 1935; (962371) BBB6201 RCA INT1085
She said now don't you worry : you just walk on inGillum, Bill Jazz; One Letter Home; Chicago, 5 Dec. 1941; (070443 ) BBB8943 RCA INT1177
You better come on in my kitchen : well it's going to be raining outdoorsJohnson, Robert; Come On in My Kitchen; San Antonio, 23 Nov. 1936; (SA25851) ARC unissued Co CL1654
She said walk on in now now Tommy : my husband just now leftMcClennan, Tommy; Deep Blue Sea Blues; Chicago, 15 Sept. 1941; (064889 ) BBB9005 Rt RL313
Because if he keeps on tickling : I'm sure going to *beg* him on inSmith, Bessie; JailHouse Blues; New York, 21 Sept. 1923; (812262) CoA4001 Co CL855
I tell you once in a while moment : think I hear my baby call my nameArnold, Kokomo; Rainy Night Blues; Memphis, 17 May 1930; (599382) Vi23268 Yz L1012
But I like to please you : every once in a while Davis, Walter; New Come Back Baby; Chicago, 21 Mar. 1941; (0539791) BBB8833 RCA INT1085
Every once in a while : think I hear my baby call my nameJohnson, Lonnie; Falling Rain Blues; St. Louis, 4 Nov. 1925; (9436A) OK8253 CC30
Every once in a while : I can hear my baby call my nameJohnson, Lonnie; New Falling Rain Blues; New York, 31 Mar. 1938; (63521A) De7461 Sw S1225
Lord every once in a while : I think I hear my baby call my nameWeldon, Will (Casey Bill); Memphis JugBlues; Memphis, 24 Feb. 1927; (379432) Vi20576 Rt RL322
Once in town : she liked to got me killed Estes, Sleepy John; Mary Come On Home; Chicago, 4 June 1940; (93006A) De7814 Sw S1220;
That's one in Cincinnati : my Waco wife that broke my heartCole, Kid; Hard Hearted Mama Blues; Chicago, c. June 1928; (C19971) Vo1187 Rt RL313
Got one in Indiana : keeps on pulling after me Dorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); Been Mistreated Blues; Richmond, Ind., 20 Nov. 1930; (17290) Ch16237 Riv RM8803
But now we can't get one in June : and neither JulyEstes, Sleepy John; Time Is Drawing Near; Chicago, 4 June 1940; (93005A) De7789 Sw S1220;
There's one in my bosom : t'other one in my heart Fuller, Blind Boy; Bye Bye Baby Blues; New York, 15 Dec. 1937; (221561) Vo04843 RBF RF9
There's one in my bosom : t'other one in my heart Fuller, Blind Boy; Bye Bye Baby Blues; New York, 15 Dec. 1937; (221561) Vo04843 RBF RF9
You're walking around : no one in sight Henderson, Katherine; Have You Ever Felt That Way; Long Island City, c. Oct. 1928; (257A) QRS7023 His HLP21
I left one in Lakeport last night : and I'm selling jellyrollJefferson, Blind Lemon; Match Box Blues; Chicago, c. Apr. 1927; (44242) Pm12474 Mil MLP2004
I got a woman in Dallas : got one in San Antone tooJones, Little Hat; New Two Sixteen Blues; San Antonio, 15 June 1929; (402647A) OK8712 His HLP32
I pick this one in San Antone : I don't know what this poor girl in Dallas going to doJones, Little Hat; New Two Sixteen Blues; San Antonio, 15 June 1929; (402647A) OK8712 His HLP32
I got one in my bosom : the other one in my heart McTell, Blind Willie; Searching the Desert for the Blues; Atlanta, 22 Feb. 1932; (716061) Vi23353 RCA LPV518
I got one in my bosom : the other one in my heart McTell, Blind Willie; Searching the Desert for the Blues; Atlanta, 22 Feb. 1932; (716061) Vi23353 RCA LPV518
The one in my bosom : she's in Tennessee McTell, Blind Willie; Searching the Desert for the Blues; Atlanta, 22 Feb. 1932; (716061) Vi23353 RCA LPV518
And the one in my heart : don't even give a darn for meMcTell, Blind Willie; Searching the Desert for the Blues; Atlanta, 22 Feb. 1932; (716061) Vi23353 RCA LPV518
I got one in my bosom : the other one's in my heartMcTell, Blind Willie; Ticket Agent Blues; Chicago, 25 Apr. 1935; (C9954A) De7078 Yz L1037
Now the one in my bosom : she's in Tennessee McTell, Blind Willie; Ticket Agent Blues; Chicago, 25 Apr. 1935; (C9954A) De7078 Yz L1037
And the one in my heart : don't even give a darn for meMcTell, Blind Willie; Ticket Agent Blues; Chicago, 25 Apr. 1935; (C9954A) De7078 Yz L1037
I got one in Tampa : Georgia she was bound Walker, Uncle Bud; Stand Up Suitcase Blues; Atlanta, 30 July 1928; (402009B) OK8828 Yz L1009
I got one in my bosom : the other one's in my heartMcTell, Blind Willie; Ticket Agent Blues; Chicago, 25 Apr. 1935; (C9954A) De7078 Yz L1037
Now she been suckling some other man's bullcow : ooo in a strange man's townJohnson, Robert; Milkcow's Calf Blues; Dallas, 20 June 1937; (DAL4033) ARC unissued Co CL1654
To order in some quince meat : and get all ???fiedHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); The Spider and the Fly; Atlanta, 23 Apr. 1930; (1503652) Co14558D CC36
One is my lover : the other in my heart Hull, Papa Harvey; Two Little Tommies Blues; Chicago, c. 8 Apr. 1927; (12691) Ge6122 Yz L1009
Mama here I am : right out in the cold again Arnold, Kokomo; Slop Jar Blues; Chicago, 5 Feb. 1935; (C9776A) De7092 Say SDR163
You go out in the street : and you want to fight Arnold, Kokomo; Busy Bootin'; Chicago, 18 Apr. 1935; (C9923A) De7139 Say SDR163
I walked SixtyOne Highway : till I gives out in my kneesBatts, Will; Highway No. 61 Blues; New York, 3 Aug. 1933; (137291) Vo02531 Yz L1021
When you see your rider : out in the road Calicott, Joe; Traveling Mama Blues; Memphis, c. 21 Feb. 1930; (MEM779 ) Br7166 Yz L1009
Mama's baking cookies : out in the kitchen Carr, Leroy; Papa Wants a Cookie; Chicago, 2 Jan. 1930; (C5070 ) Vo1561 Yz L1036
Than to be out in the streets : running from the manCarr, Leroy; Sloppy Drunk Blues; Chicago, 19 Sept. 1930; (C6086B) Vo1541 Yz L1015
Where I long ain't here baby : it's way out in the westCarr, Leroy; Shady Lane Blues; St. Louis, 20 Feb. 1934; (SL73) Vo02762 Co C30496
Now here I am people : out in the ice and snow Carr, Leroy; It's Too Short; New York, 17 Dec. 1934; (164401) Vo02875 Co C30496
I want to ride the Yellow Dog : where way out in theCollins, Sam; Yellow Dog Blues; Richmond, Ind., c. 23 Apr. 1927; (12738) Ge6146 OJL10
I'm a stranger here : they're sending out in the seaDickson, Tom; Death Bell Blues; Memphis, 27 Feb. 1928; (400355B) OK8590 Yz L1002
You can just step out in any yard : that old jimson weed will sure ??? youDoyle, Little Buddy; Bad in Mind Blues; Memphis, 14 July 1939; (MEM1531) Vo05111 Rt RL319
It was late last night mama : and I hear you cry out in bedHarris, Otis; Waking Blues; Dallas, 8 Dec. 1928; (1476081) Co14428D Fly LP103
Then they carried the remains : throwed it out in the *shore*Jackson, Papa Charlie; Coffee Pot Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1925; (10043?) Pm12264 Yz L1029
He's always dressed up : and out in the street Jackson, Papa Charlie; Sheik of Desplaines Street; Chicago, c. July 1927; (46712) Pm12501 Bio BLP12042
I was traveling in a rowboat : drifting out in the seaJackson, Papa Charlie; Jungle Man Blues; Chicago, c. Dec. 1928; (210452) Pm12721 Bio BLP12042
Women went home : and *had it* out in red James, Jesse; Southern Casey Jones; Chicago, 3 June 1936; (90761A) De7213 AH158
Womens going home : and *had it* out in red James, Jesse; Southern Casey Jones; Chicago, 3 June 1936; (90761A) De7213 AH158
I stood out in the cold all night : and she didn't come home at allJefferson, Blind Lemon; Pneumonia Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15669) Pm12880 Mil MLP2013
Find my woman : because she's out in the world somewhereJohnson, Tommy; Black Mare Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Jan. 1930; (L2452) Pm13000 Yz L1007
I been all out in the country : with my big bell onLedbetter, Huddie; Bull Cow; New York, 23 Mar. 1935; (17182 ) ARC unissued Co C30035
That's getting me out in the deep water baby : then she walks on outMcCoy, Charlie; Last Time Blues; Memphis, c. 22 Sept. 1929; (M176 ) Br7141 Yz L1001
Get out in the street : and act like a sandfoot clownMcTell, Blind Willie; Your Time to Worry; Chicago, 25 Apr. 1935; (C9957A) De7117 Rt RL324
Says I'll give you ten days buddy : out in little old Shelby townNewbern, Hambone Willie; Shelby County Workhouse Blues; Atlanta, 13 Mar. 1929; (402297B) OK8740 RBF RF202
Just say your son is gone : I'm out in this world somewhereOden, Jimmy; Going Down Slow; Chicago, 11 Nov. 1941; (0704091) BBB8889 RBF RF16
You can go out in the back yard : I'll make a pallet therePope, Jenny; Bull Frog Blues; Memphis, c. Feb. 1930; (MEM757A) Vo1522 His HLP15
This is that new workhouse : way out in Merlin TennesseePope, Jenny; Tennessee Workhouse Blues; Memphis, c. Feb. 1930; (MEM758B) Vo1522 His HLP15
Come out in the summer : you'll find your pig will be goneRainey, Ma Gertrude; Trust No Man; Chicago, c. Aug. 1926; (26311) Pm12395 Jo SM3098
I'm going out in West Texas : where you hear the wild ox moanReed, Willie; Texas Blues; Dallas, 8 Dec. 1928; (1476011) Co14407D Yz L1010
I'm going way out in West Texas : just to lie in theReed, Willie; Texas Blues; Dallas, 8 Dec. 1928; (1476011) Co14407D Yz L1010
Way lonesome : out in some swamp I know Short, Jaydee; Lonesome Swamp Rattlesnake; Grafton, Wis., c. 1 June 1930; (L4681) Pm13043 OJL11
And when I get to flying sometime : I can see a gang of women standing out in the doorShort, Jaydee; Snake Doctor Blues; New York, 14 Mar. 1932; (11474 ) Vo1704 Yz L1003
Pull the shoes off my feet : let me out in the coldSmith, Clara; You Don't Know My Mind; New York, 29 Jan. 1924; (815091) Co14013D VJM VLP16
Now you know honey I was a poor man : sleeping out in the ice and snowTownsend, Henry; Poor Man Blues; Chicago, 15 Nov. 1929; (403303A) Co14491D Yz L1030
I'm going to get no one woman : staying out in the coldunknown artist (Birmingham Jug Band); German Blues; Atlanta, 11 Dec. 1930; (404677B) OK8856 OJL4
Went ahunting last night : out in the woods unknown artist (Birmingham Jug Band); The Wild Cat Squawl; Atlanta, 11 Dec. 1930; (404680A) OK8908 BC2
I am the king of spades : ain't been out in a great long timeWheatstraw, Peetie; King of Spades; Chicago, 20 July 1935; (C1082B) Vo03066 Say SDR191
Lord I went out in Greenville : looked down in brother James' faceWilliams, Joe; Brother James; Aurora, Ill., 5 May 1937; (076631) BBB7022 RCA INT1087
Now moonshine will make you just drunk : walk out in the streetWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Moonshine; Aurora, Ill., 13 Mar. 1938; (0201131) BBB7603 RCA LPV518
Well we will take a walk out in the park : now and sit down under some little shady treeWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Honey Bee Blues; Aurora, Ill., 17 June 1938; (0208421) BBB7707 RCA INT1088
Now than to be out in Beale Street : running from the manWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Sloppy Drunk Blues; Chicago, 2 July 1941; (064493 ) BBB8822 BC3
Out in the rain : hail sleet and snow Green, Lil; I'm Wasting My Time on You; Chicago, 21 Jan. 1942; (0708031) BBB9010 RCA LPV574
Out in the alley : in the street McTell, Blind Willie; Georgia Rag; Atlanta, 31 Oct. 1931; (4050851) OK8924 Yz L1005
Out in San Antone Texas : a long long ways from homeVincson, Walter (Mississippi Sheiks); Yodeling Fiddling Blues; San Antonio, 12 June 1930; (404146B) OK8834 Mam S3804
Out in the back yard : just shaking like this Williams, Henry; Georgia Crawl; Atlanta, 19 Apr. 1928; (1461482) Co14328D Rt RL316
Now I been studying I been wondering : what makes a man turn the ground over in the Estes, Sleepy John; Working Man Blues; Chicago, 24 Sept. 1941; (0649261) BBB8950 RBF RF8
I looked over in the corner : my poor grandma *what* had them tooHenry, Hound Head; Low Down Hound Blues; Chicago, 17 Oct. 1928; (C2451 ) Vo1288 His HLP2
Now *must've* peep over in the corner : poor grandmammy had them tooJordan, Luke; Church Bells Blues; Charlotte, N.C., 16 Aug. 1927; (398191) Vi unissued RCA INT1175
Poked my head over in the corner : poor grandmammy had them tooJordan, Luke; Church Bells Blues; Charlotte, N.C., 16 Aug. 1927; (398192) Vi21076 RBF RF9
You can reach over in the corner mama : and hand me my traveling shoesMcTell, Blind Willie; Statesboro Blues; Atlanta, 17 Oct. 1928; (471873) ViV38001 Yz L1005
I looked over in the corner : grandma and grandpa had them tooMcTell, Blind Willie; Statesboro Blues; Atlanta, 17 Oct. 1928; (471873) ViV38001 Yz L1005
I even turned over in your hand : every cent of my payMartin, Carl; Badly Mistreated Man; Chicago, 8 Jan. 1935; (C8812) OK8961 Yz L1016
Oh today over in Lula : we'll bid that town goodbyePatton, Charley; Dry Well Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. 28 May 1930; (L4292) Pm13070 Yz L1020
I was over in Aberdeen : on my way to New OrleansWhite, Washington; Aberdeen Mississippi Blues; Chicago, 8 Mar. 1940; (WC2990A) OK05743 Co C30036
I have pains in my heart : they have taken my appetiteJohnson, Robert; Stone in My Passway; Dallas, 19 June 1937; (DAL3772) ARC71267 Co CL1654
Elm Street painted in brass : Main Street painted in goldDay, Texas Bill; Elm Street Blues; Dallas, 5 Dec. 1929; (1495382) Co14514D Fly LP103
Elm Street painted in brass : Main Street painted in goldDay, Texas Bill; Elm Street Blues; Dallas, 5 Dec. 1929; (1495382) Co14514D Fly LP103
Uncle Sam's ship was coming : painted in red white and blueJohnson, Lonnie; Life Saver Blues; New York, 9 Nov. 1927; (81801B) OK8557 CC30
Mama and papa's in the back yard : trying to *call up Knot Hill*Davis, Walter; I Can Tell By the Way You Smell; Chicago, 28 July 1935; (914331) BBB6059 Yz L1025
Papa's in the rain : getting all wet Carr, Leroy; Gettin' All Wet; Chicago, 13 Aug. 1929; (C4034 ) Vo1423 Yz L1036
Papa's in the rain : getting all wet Carr, Leroy; Gettin' All Wet; Chicago, 13 Aug. 1929; (C4034 ) Vo1423 Yz L1036
Papa's in the rain : getting all wet Carr, Leroy; Gettin' All Wet; Chicago, 13 Aug. 1929; (C4034 ) Vo1423 Yz L1036
Papa's in the rain : getting all wet Carr, Leroy; Gettin' All Wet; Chicago, 13 Aug. 1929; (C4034 ) Vo1423 Yz L1036
Papa's in the rain : getting all wet Carr, Leroy; Gettin' All Wet; Chicago, 13 Aug. 1929; (C4034 ) Vo1423 Yz L1036
??? on her shoulder : piece of paper in her hand Collins, Sam; Midnight Special Blues; Richmond, Ind., c. 17 Sept. 1927; (13035) Ge6307 OJL10
Yonder come old Mattie : with a paper in her hand McCoy, Joe; Shake Mattie; Chicago, c. Feb. 1931; (VO109A) Vo1668 Mam S3803
Well well well then I ain't going to stop riding : well until I park in front of my baby's doorWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Project Highway; Aurora, Ill., 11 Nov. 1937; (016525 ) BBB7302 RCA INT1175
I'm going to California : *some passing in my byway*Johnson, Robert; Sweet Home Chicago; San Antonio, 23 Nov. 1936; (SA2582 ) Vo03601 OJL17
Says I spied another mule : pawing in my stall Alexander, Texas; Awful Moaning BluesPart 2; San Antonio, 15 June 1929; (402644B) OK8731 Rt RL327
Now you give me peaches in the springtime : apples in the fallWeldon, Will (Casey Bill); Peaches in the Springtime; Memphis, 13 Feb. 1928; (418902) Vi21657 Rt RL311
If you take a peep in my back yard : better take a look at mineBell, Anna; Every Woman Blues; Long Island City, c. Sept. 1928; (172A) QRSR7007 His HLP21
Well I went up on a mountain : taking a peep in that old deep blue seaTorey, George; Lonesome Man Blues; Birmingham, Ala., 2 Apr. 1937; (B651) ARC70857 Yz L1002
Went to the graveyard : peeped in my rider's face Bracey, Ishman; TroubleHearted Blues; Memphis, 31 Aug. 1928; (454601) Vi21691 Yz L1007
Lord I went up on a mountain : peeped in a little holeKyle, Charlie; Kyle's Worried Blues; Memphis, 1 Sept. 1928; (454682) Vi21707 Yz L1018
Some people in the Delta : wondering what to do Delaney, Mattie; Tallahatchie River Blues; Memphis, c. 21 Feb. 1930; (MEM786 ) Vo1480 Yz L1001
It's two kind of people in the world : that I can't standFuller, Blind Boy; Pistol Snapper Blues; New York, 5 Apr. 1938; (226741) Vo04106 BC11
Now the people in Los Angeles : they didn't know what it's all aboutHardin, Lane; California Desert Blues; Chicago, 28 July 1935; (914501) BBB6242 Rt RL319
Two kind of people in this world mama : babe that I sure can't standLincoln, Charley; Hard Luck Blues; Atlanta, 4 Nov. 1927; (1451042) Co14272D His HLP4
[Now there ain't but, there's only] two people in this world : I can't standSmith, Trixie; No Good Man; New York, 14 June 1939; (65815A) De7617 AH158
This people in the town : don't do nothing but tell dirty liesunknown artist (Memphis Jug Band); Snitchin' Gambler Blues; Memphis, 1 Feb. 1928; (418172) Vi21524 Rt RL322
People in town : want to know what it was all aboutBlackman, Tewee (Memphis Jug Band); I Whipped My Woman With a Single Tree; Memphis, 4 Oct. 1929; (563472) ViV38578 Rt RL311
People in the kitchen : trying to Burse, Charlie; I Got Good Taters; Richmond, Ind., 3 Aug. 1932; (18650) Ch16481 Rt RL337
People in this town : Lord they ain't no friend to youunknown artist (Memphis Jug Band); Snitchin' Gambler Blues; Memphis, 1 Feb. 1928; (418172) Vi21524 Rt RL322
Now the peoples in Memphis : they are walking the streets up and downEstes, Sleepy John; Down South Blues; Chicago, 9 July 1935; (90094A) Ch50001 Sw S1219
You've got a hatchet under your pillow baby : you got ice pick in your handJohnson, Lonnie; Man Killing Broad; Chicago, 8 Nov. 1937; (91339A) De7445 Sw S1225;
Baby when I die : put daddy's picture in a frame Hull, Papa Harvey; France Blues; Chicago, c. 8 Apr. 1927; (12690) Ge6106 OJL2
I got pigmeat in Texas : pigmeat in Tennessee Glover, Mae; Pig Meat Mama; Richmond, Ind., 29 July 1929; (15393) Ge6948 Rt RL319
I got pigmeat in Texas : pigmeat in Tennessee Glover, Mae; Pig Meat Mama; Richmond, Ind., 29 July 1929; (15393) Ge6948 Rt RL319
My pigmeat in Virginia : Lord is wild about me Glover, Mae; Pig Meat Mama; Richmond, Ind., 29 July 1929; (15393) Ge6948 Rt RL319
Have pigtails in my pantry : neckbones on my shelfJohnson, Lonnie; Low Land Moan; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1927; (82043A) OK8677 CC30
With that pipe in his hand : he'll find you everywhere you goMemphis Minnie; Grandpa and Grandma Blues; Chicago, 9 Sept. 1930; (C6082 ) Vo1601 OJL4
And I feel like snapping : my pistol in your face Fuller, Blind Boy; Pistol Snapper Blues; New York, 5 Apr. 1938; (226741) Vo04106 BC11
Now those police shifted : those pistol in my sideMcCoy, Joe; Joliet Bound; New York, 3 Feb. 1932; (11220A) Vo1686 Yz L1021
I got my razor in my bosom : and my pistol in my handMoore, Rosie Mae; Mad Dog Blues; New Orleans, c. Dec. 1928; (NOR760) Br7049 Rt RL329
I feel like cocking : my pistol in your face Simpson, Coletha; Down South Blues; Chicago, c. 16 Apr. 1929; (C3299) Br7112 His HLP1
I feel just like : snapping my pistol in your nogood faceWashboard Sam; Jesse James Blues; Chicago, 20 June 1935; (C1023B) Vo03375 BC10
Now that done learned me a lesson : about shaking my pistol in these womenfolks' faceWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Broken Hearted Blues; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1941; (070145 ) BBB9031 BC20
Pistol in my pocket : blackjack in my hand Fuller, Blind Boy; Rag, Mama, Rag; New York, 25 July 1935; (178632) ARC351032 BC6
And you can ask anybody : ain't that the baddest place in townRoland, Walter; 45 Pistol Blues; New York, 14 Mar. 1935; (170812) ARC60361 BC7
There's only four places in Memphis : that I'd like to goStokes, Frank; Memphis Rounders Blues; Memphis, 30 Sept. 1929; (563062) Vi23411 Rt RL308
I ain't got nobody on the outside : *to play in the field*Coleman, Bob; Sing Song Blues; Richmond, Ind., 7 June 1929; (15167) Pm12791 Rt RL340
Like to take my straw : go play in the doodle holeLincoln, Charley; Doodle Hole Blues; Atlanta, 18 Apr. 1930; (1502752) Co14550D Yz L1012
I like to take my straw : go play in that doodle holeLincoln, Charley; Doodle Hole Blues; Atlanta, 18 Apr. 1930; (1502752) Co14550D Yz L1012
Now big fish little fish : playing in the water Arnold, Kokomo; Salty Dog; Chicago, 12 Jan. 1937; (91070A) De7267 Rt RL318
You know the monkey now the baboon : playing in the grassJohnson, Robert; They're Red Hot; San Antonio, 27 Nov. 1936; (SA26271) ARC70757 Co C30034
For I got more than one woman : playing in my back yardLewis, Furry; Dry Land Blues; Memphis, 28 Aug. 1928; (454291) Vi23345 Yz L1021
Pockets in a bed quilt : I've never seen before Jones, Coley; Drunkard's Special; Dallas, 6 Dec. 1929; (1495582) Co14489D Fwy FA2951
You put lice all in my gravy : black potash in my teaJohnson, Lonnie; Man Killing Broad; Chicago, 8 Nov. 1937; (91339A) De7445 Sw S1225;
Potatoes in the ashes : possum on the stove Blake, Blind; Georgia Bound; Richmond, Ind., 17 Aug. 1929; (15466) Pm12824 Bio BLP12037
I will pour in the highpowered gasoline : and see how fast we can rideDavis, Walter; Minute Man BluesPart 2; Chicago, 25 Feb. 1935; (854831) BBB5965 RCA INT1085
I leave with a prayer in my heart : backwater won't rise no moreJefferson, Blind Lemon; Rising High Water Blues; Chicago, c. May 1927; (44915) Pm12487 Mil MLP2007
Why should I worry : and prayer in vain Vincson, Walter; Sitting on Top of the World; Shreveport, La., 17 Feb. 1930; (403805B) OK8784 Mam S3804
There's a preacher in the pulpit : Bible in his handJackson, Papa Charlie; I'm Alabama Bound; Chicago, c. May 1925; (21442) Pm12289 Yz L1029
Oh the preacher in the pulpit : he laid his Bible downStevens, Vol; Coal Oil Blues; Memphis, 13 Feb. 1928; (418882) Vi21278 OJL4
Preacher in the pulpit : Bible in his hand Brown, Hi Henry; Preacher Blues; New York, 14 Mar. 1932; (11477A) Vo1728 Yz L1030
Preacher in the pulpit : bobbing up and down Nickerson, Charlie Bozo; Round and Round; Memphis, 26 Nov. 1930; (64732 ) Vi23256 Jo SM3104
And the preacher's in the pulpit : jumping up and downChatman, Bo; Who's Been Here; San Antonio, 22 Oct. 1938; (0278731) BBB7927 Yz L1014
Just have it printed in your paper : a little trouble between women and menSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; County Jail Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1931; (VO132A) Vo1679 Yz L1031
Say my gal just quit me now man : pulled in another laneEdwards, Frank; Terraplane Blues; Chicago, 28 May 1941; (C38111) OK06393 BC6
Won't I be glad : when my train pulls in Hite, Mattie; MasonDixon Blues; New York, c. mid Nov. 1923; (70414) Pat032014 VJM VLP40
Now if you ever come to Dallas : yes and get put in jailDavis, Carl (Dallas Jamboree Jug Band); Elm Street Woman Blues Dallas, 20 Sept. 1935; (DAL103 ) Vo03092 BC2
I put in new tubes : hide the exhaust Dorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); Terrible Operation Blues; New York, 17 Sept. 1930; (100482) Or8033 Yz L1035
I put in new tubes : tightened up the exhaust Dorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); Terrible Operation Blues; Richmond, Ind., 19 Nov. 1930; (17276B) Ch16171 Riv RM8803
Now a lot of your women : ought to be put in jail Jackson, Papa Charlie; Coal Man Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1927; (42442) Pm12461 Bio BLP12042
If you go uptown : have me arrested and have me put in jailMcTell, Blind Willie; Southern Can Is Mine; Atlanta, 23 Oct. 1931; (1519041) Co14632D Yz L1005
You might go uptown : and have me arrested and have me put in jailMcTell, Blind Willie; Southern Can Mama; New York, 21 Sept. 1933; (140692) Vo02622 Yz L1037
Now you go to your wicket : put in your complaint Martin, Carl; Let's Have a New Deal; Chicago, 4 Sept. 1935; (90294A) De7114 BC14
When he were arrested : and put in that mean old jailSpivey, Victoria; Arkansas Road Blues; St. Louis, 27 Apr. 1927; (80768B) OK8481 Spi LP2001
I told them to fill it half full of water : but they didn't put in a drop at allWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Shannon Street Blues; Aurora, Ill., 17 June 1938; (0208471) BBB7847 RCA INT1088
It's raining in my kitchen : lightning on my wallWilson, Leola B.; Back Biting Bee Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1926; (40132) Pm12444 Bio BLP12037
I was born in Texas : I raised in Tennessee Blind Percy; Fourteenth Street Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1927; (201802) Pm12584 Rt RL327
I was born in Texas : raised in Tennessee Daddy Stovepipe; Stove Pipe Blues; Richmond, Ind., 10 Mar. 1924; (11862A) Ge5459 Rt RL325
Now I were raised in Lauderdale County : you know I was schooled on Winfield LaneEstes, Sleepy John; Brownsville Blues; New York, 22 Apr. 1938; (63653A) De7473 RBF RF8
She was born in Kentucky : raised in Tennessee Jaxon, Frankie Half Pint; She Can Love So Good; Chicago, c. mid Aug. 1930; (C6079A) Vo1540 Mel MLP7324
I was raised in Texas : schooled in Tennessee Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Long Lonesome Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1926; (24722) Pm12354 Bio BLP12000
I was born and raised in the country : mama but I'm staying in townLedbetter, Huddie; Pig Meat Papa; New York, 23 Mar. 1935; (171812) ARC60455 His HLP4
I was born in the desert : I was raised in the lion's denLewis, Noah (Gus Cannon); New Minglewood Blues; Memphis, 26 Nov. 1930; (647372) Vi23266 OJL4
I was raised in the mountains : way down in TennesseeLinthecome, Joe; Pretty Mama Blues; Richmond, Ind., 20 Nov. 1929; (15906A) Ge7131 Rt RL326
I's born in Louisiana : I raised in Algiers Memphis Minnie; Nothin in Rambling; Chicago, 27 June 1940; (WC3167A) OK05670 BC1
The trouble I been having : seem like I was raised in a orphan's homeWashboard Sam; I've Been Treated Wrong; Chicago, 4 Nov. 1941; (0703781) BBB9007 RBF RF1
I was born in the country : but daddy I was raised in townWhite, Georgia; Pigmeat Blues; Chicago, 12 May 1936; (90722A) De7209 AH158
Raised in the country : first in town Williams, Joe; Break 'Em On Down; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1941; (0704871) BBB8969 BC21
Well boys she get rambling in her brain : mmm some other man on her mindJohnson, Robert; I'm a Steady Rollin Man; Dallas, 19 June 1937; (DAL378 ) ARC71267 OJL17
I got a range in my kitchen : bake bread nice and brownFuller, Blind Boy; I'm a Rattlesnakin' Daddy; New York, 23 July 1935; (178622) ARC60156 BC11
I got a range in my kitchen : I've got a strict ruleHart, Hattie; I Let My Daddy Do That; New York, 13 Sept. 1934; (15899 ) Vo02855 Mam S3803
I got a range in my kitchen : bakes nice and brownLincoln, Charley; Jealous Hearted Blues; Atlanta, 4 Nov. 1927; (1451032) Co14305D RBF RF9
Got a range in my kitchen : cooks nice and brown Rainey, Ma Gertrude; Jealous Hearted Blues; New York, c. 15 Oct. 1924; (19242) Pm12252 Mil MLP2001
Big rats in my cell : keeps me woke all night Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Lock Step Blues; Chicago, c. Aug. 1928; (208152) Pm12679 Mil MLP2004
I got the blues in a bottle : got the rattlesnake in my handCole, Kid; Niagara Fall Blues; Chicago, c. June 1928; (C19981) Vo1187 Rt RL313
Then all the moneymen : like a rattlesnake in his coilHouse, Son; Dry Spell BluesPart 2; Grafton, Wis., 28 May 1930; (L4262) Pm12990 OJL11
Louise you know you got ways : like a rattlesnake in his coilTemple, Johnnie; Louise Louise Blues; Chicago, 12 Nov. 1936; (90981A) De7244 Cor CP58
I went down in Boogie Alley : with my razor in my handBogan, Lucille; Down in Boogie Alley; New York, 1 Aug. 1934; (155082) Ba33149 Rt RL317
She carries a razor in her pocket : with them frowns all in her faceDavis, Walter; Ashes in My Whiskey; Chicago, 31 Oct. 1935; (962371) BBB6201 RCA INT1085
I got my razor in my bosom : and my pistol in my handMoore, Rosie Mae; Mad Dog Blues; New Orleans, c. Dec. 1928; (NOR760) Br7049 Rt RL329
She's a long tall woman : she got relatives in ArkansasJefferson, Blind Lemon; Booger Rooger Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; (30882) Pm12425 Bio BLP12015
War horse papa : that's seven going to ride in a hackSmith, Clara; War Horse Mama; New York, 10 Apr. 1924; (816832) Co14021D VJM VLP16
To ride in a ??? : Smith, Clara; Back Woods Blues; New York, 30 Apr. 1924; (816944) Co14022D VJM VLP17
Now a yellow gal rides in an automobile : a brownskin gal rides the sameBonds, Son (Sleepy John Estes); Black Gal Swing; Chicago, 24 Sept. 1941; (064918 ) BBB8852 BC7
Yellow gal rides in an automobile : brownskin do the sameThomas, Henry; Charmin' Betsy; Chicago, c. 7 Oct. 1929; (C4621 ) Vo1468 Rt RL315
Black gal rides in an old airship : but she riding just the sameThomas, Henry; Charmin' Betsy; Chicago, c. 7 Oct. 1929; (C4621 ) Vo1468 Rt RL315
She dreamed : she was riding in some man's automobileEstes, Sleepy John; Little Laura Blues; Chicago, 24 Sept. 1941; (0649251) BBB8871 RCA LPV518
Brother James went out riding : riding in that twentynine FordWilliams, Joe; Brother James; Aurora, Ill., 5 May 1937; (076631) BBB7022 RCA INT1087
When you turn your radio light on baby : you look right in Bo Carter's faceChatman, Bo; Bo Carter Special; San Antonio, 26 Mar. 1934; (826111) BBB5489 Yz L1034
Baby come right in : coming right at me Coleman, Lonnie; Wild About My Loving; Atlanta, 12 Apr. 1929; (1482592) Co14440D Rt RL318
Another train hit his train : right in the face James, Jesse; Southern Casey Jones; Chicago, 3 June 1936; (90761A) De7213 AH158
She will walk right in : and make your home life toughJones, Maggie; Never Tell a Woman Friend; New York, 29 Sept. 1925; (1410572) Co14102D VJM VLP25
Walked right in : I took a seat Leecan, Bobby; Nobody Knows You When You're Down and Out; New York, c. June 1927; ( ) Pat7533 His HLP17
Seeds taste good : right in your mouth Lewis, Archie; Miss Handy Hanks; Richmond, Ind., 30 Mar. 1933; (19107) Ch16677 Rt RL334
Because you going with the man : that lives right in my neighborhoodMcClennan, Tommy; It's a Cryin' Pity; Chicago, 15 Sept. 1941; (064891 ) BBB9005 Rt RL305
Well it's that old coach : I'm going to sit right in itMemphis Minnie; 'Frisco Town; New York, 18 June 1929; (1487102) Co14455D Yz L1008
I would rise back here : right in sweet mama's armsRachel, James Yank; TBone Steak Blues; Memphis, 2 Oct. 1929; (563362) ViV38595 Rt RL310
Know I got a T for the best girl I love : Lord she stay right in Memphis TennesseeRichardson, Mooch; T and T Blues; Memphis, 13 Feb. 1928; (400213B) OK8554 Mam S3803
Lord these ain't like the shoes I got on the gutter : hole right in the bottomRichardson, Mooch; Burying Ground Blues; Memphis, 23 Mar. 1928; (400375A) OK8576 Mam S3803
I want to lay my man down : smile right in his faceSimpson, Coletha; Down South Blues; Chicago, c. 16 Apr. 1929; (C3299) Br7112 His HLP1
And said she can look right in your eyes : and tell you exactly what you want doneSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Seven Sisters BluesPart 1; Chicago, c. Apr. 1931; (VO168A) Vo1641 Yz L1031
And long to hold them : close up right in your armsSmith, Mamie; Jenny's Ball; New York, 19 Feb. 1931; (404852A) OK8915 Sw S1240
Takes you right in : to the Golden Gate Tampa Red (Hudson Whittaker); The Duck YasYasYas; Chicago, c. 16 May 1929; (C3485 ) Vo1277 Yz L1039
He had a glass of whiskey : right in his hand Wallace, Minnie; Dirty Butter; Memphis, 23 Sept. 1929; (555712) ViV38547 Rt RL322
A man cocked a pistol : right in my face Washboard Sam; My Feet Jumped Salty; Chicago, 26 June 1941; (0644791) BBB8844 RCA LPV577
Said daddy I have a man ??? : and you have no rights in thereStevens, Vol; Stonewall Blues; Memphis, 29 May 1930; (62542 ) BBB5675 BC2
It rise in the east : and go down in the west Sims, Henry; Tell Me Man Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Dec. 1929; (L651) Pm12940 OJL2
Now you must have a heart : like a rock in the seaDavis, Walter; New Come Back Baby; Chicago, 21 Mar. 1941; (0539791) BBB8833 RCA INT1085
I'm rocking in places : I never rocked before Green, Lil; Just Rockin'; Chicago, 9 May 1940; (0449751) BBB8464 RCA LPV574
It ain't no need : of getting rocks in your jaws Vincson, Walter (Mississippi Sheiks); I've Got Blood in My Eyes for You; Atlanta, 25 Oct. 1931; (4050231) Co14660D Mam S3804
Well it ain't no use : to get rocks in your jaws Vincson, Walter (Mississippi Sheiks); Don't Wake It Up; Grafton, Wis., c. July 1932; (L15601) Pm13152 Bio BLP12041
Now don't your house look lonesome : when a hearse roll in front of your doorArnold, Kokomo; Stop Look and Listen; Chicago, 23 July 1935; (90201A) De7181 BC4
I'd rather see my coffin : roll in front of my doorLewis, Furry; Why Don't You Come Home Blues; probably New York, c. late Oct. 1927; ( ) Vo1134 Rt RL333
Soon this morning boys : I may roll in Jackson townWilliams, Joe; 49 Highway Blues; Chicago, 25 Feb. 1935; (85490 ) BBB5996 OJL17
*They roll* in the Delta : ??? *leaves and rye* Wilkins, Robert; Long Train Blues; Memphis, c. 23 Sept. 1929; (M191 ) Br7205 Rt RL333
I'm poor old stranger girls : and I just rolled in your townMoore, Rosie Mae; Stranger Blues; Memphis, 3 Feb. 1928; (418332) Vi21408 OJL6
I'm poor old stranger girls : and I just rolled in your townMoore, Rosie Mae; Stranger Blues; Memphis, 3 Feb. 1928; (418332) Vi21408 OJL6
I rolled in the summer : I rolled in the fall Nickerson, Charlie Bozo; You Got Me Rollin'; Memphis, 28 Nov. 1930; (647412) Vi23274 Rt RL323
I rolled in the summer : I rolled in the fall Nickerson, Charlie Bozo; You Got Me Rollin'; Memphis, 28 Nov. 1930; (647412) Vi23274 Rt RL323
Their body washed up : and money'll come rolling inBaker, Willie; Crooked Woman Blues; Richmond, Ind., 11 Mar. 1929; (14894A) Ge6846 Yz L1012
I'd rather see : my coffin come rolling in my doorCox, Ida; Ida Cox's Lawdy, Lawdy Blues; Chicago, July 1923; (1488?) Pm12064 BYG529073
Before you miss your good man : rolling in your armsStokes, Frank; It Won't Be Long Now; Memphis, 27 Aug. 1928; (454202) Vi21672 Rt RL307
You miss your baby : rolling in your arms Stokes, Frank; It Won't Be Long Now; Memphis, 27 Aug. 1928; (454202) Vi21672 Rt RL307
All for lying there wondering : if there one rolling in her armsWilkins, Robert; Long Train Blues; Memphis, c. 23 Sept. 1929; (M191 ) Br7205 Rt RL333
Blues this morning : I'll be rolling in Jackson townWilliams, Joe; Highway 49; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1941; (0704851) BBB9025 RBF RF11
*And with* sweet rolls in the window : honey and light bread coldJefferson, Blind Lemon; Bakershop Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15668) Pm12852 Mil MLP2013
I know there ain't a room in your heart for me : mama you loving someone elseDavis, Walter; Please Don't Mistreat Me; Chicago, 12 July 1940; (0493231) BBB8664 Yz L1025
I woke up this morning : black snake was making *easy ruckus* in my roomJefferson, Blind Lemon; That Black Snake Moan No 2; Chicago, c. Mar. 1929; (212021) Pm12756 Mil MLP2013
Now run in here baby : because I done got kind of sickJames, Jesse; Sweet Patuni; Chicago, 3 June 1936; (90760 ) De unissued Yz L1028
And it runs in my family : that's all I like to doBogan, Lucille; Alley Boogie; Chicago, late Mar. 1930; (C5563A) Br7210 Rt RL317
Now why don't you people quit laughing : I feel mighty sad in my mindArnold, Kokomo; Big Ship Blues; Chicago, 30 Mar. 1937; (91167A) De7361 Say SDR163
I said in my mind : your trouble going to come some dayJohnson, Robert; If I Had Possession Over Judgment Day; San Antonio, 27 Nov. 1936; (SA26331) ARC unissued Co CL1654
I say I'm just like a rattlesnake baby : I say in the middle of his coilPatton, Charley; Rattlesnake Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. early Dec. 1929; (L632) Pm12924 Yz L1020
I'm a snake doctor man : got my medicine I say in my bagShort, Jaydee; Snake Doctor Blues; New York, 14 Mar. 1932; (11474 ) Vo1704 Yz L1003
I heard a fellow say in Memphis : I really mean I was dragged down homeSpruell, Freddie; Way Back Down Home; Chicago, 17 Nov. 1926; (9909A) OK8422 Mam S3802
Now the government give us a school in Brownsville : boy you know I think that's very niceEstes, Sleepy John; Working Man Blues; Chicago, 24 Sept. 1941; (0649261) BBB8950 RBF RF8
I was raised in Texas : schooled in Tennessee Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Long Lonesome Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1926; (24722) Pm12354 Bio BLP12000
Son every woman scream in your face : Lord she ain't no friend to youCrudup, Arthur Big Boy; Mean Old 'Frisco Blues; Chicago, 15 Apr. 1942; (0708631) BB340704 RBF RF202
Water all in Arkansas : people screaming in TennesseeJefferson, Blind Lemon; Rising High Water Blues; Chicago, c. May 1927; (44915) Pm12487 Mil MLP2007
He see in the hole : but he couldn't get in Tampa Red (Hudson Whittaker); It's Tight Like That; Chicago, c. Sept. 1928; ( ) Vo1216 His HLP1
I do my ramming at midnight : and I don't be seen in the dayChatman, Peter (Memphis Slim); Grinder Man Blues; Chicago, 30 Oct. 1940; (0535921) BBB8584 RCA730.581
He *must dance* in the basement : was seen in my bedroomLittle Son Joe; Black Cat Swing; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1941; (C40981) OK06707 BC1
Ain't no sense in leaving Dallas : they makes it there all the timeJefferson, Blind Lemon; Chock House Blues; Chicago, c. May or June 1926; (25582) Pm12373 Mil MLP2007
Just as sure as the sun : sets in the golden west Baxter, Jim (Andrew and Jim Baxter); Bamalong Blues; Charlotte, N.C., 9 Aug. 1927; (397842) Vi20962 Rt RL318
Said a monkey and a baboon : setting in the grass Anderson, . . . (Walter Taylor); ThirtyEight and Plus; Richmond, Ind., 14 Feb. 1930; (16266B) Ge7157 Fwy FJ2801
Here I am here I am : setting in that chair with folded armsKelly, Jack; Flower Blues; Memphis, 14 July 1939; (MEM1441) Vo unissued OJL21
Well it's the last chance : shaking in bed with youCalicott, Joe; Fare Thee Well Blues; Memphis, c. 21 Feb. 1930; (MEM778 ) Br7166 OJL11
I say the woman I love : she in the jailhouse now Hawkins, Walter Buddy Boy; Jailhouse Fire Blues; Chicago, c. Apr. 1927; (44192) Pm12489 Rt RL319
She in Cincinnati : won't even write to me Weaver, Curley; Oh Lawdy Mama; Chicago, 23 Apr. 1935; (C9940A) Ch50077 Rt RL326
I'm going to find this gal : she's in the world somewhereBlack, Lewis; Rock Island Blues; Memphis, 10 Dec. 1927; (1453613) Co14429D His HLP5
When you think she's in your kitchen cooking : she's got a stranger by the handBlake, Blind; Rope Stretchin' BluesPart 2; Grafton, Wis., c. Oct. 1931; (L11012) Pm13103 Bio BLP12037
And if the Lord has not got her : she's in this world somewhereCarr, Leroy; Shinin' Pistol; New York, 17 Dec. 1934; (164381) Vo03067 Co C30496
She's a beautiful woman : for the shape she's in Chatman, Peter (Memphis Slim); Jasper's Gal; Chicago, 1 Apr. 1941; (0594991) BBB8749 RCA730.581
I'm going home to my good gal : she's in the world somewhereJefferson, Blind Lemon; Black Horse Blues; Chicago, c. May 1926; (25431) Pm12367 Mil MLP2004
I'm going to find my woman : says she's in the world somewhereJohnson, Tommy; Lonesome Home Blues; Memphis, 31 Aug. 1928; (454631) Vi unissued His HLP31
I'm going to find my woman : says she's in this world somewhereJohnson, Tommy; Lonesome Home Blues; Memphis, 31 Aug. 1928; (454632) Vi unissued His HLP31
Liquor stole my baby: she's in the lonesome jail McTell, Blind Willie; Stole Rider Blues; Atlanta, 18 Oct. 1927; (403092) Vi21124 Yz L1037
The one in my bosom : she's in Tennessee McTell, Blind Willie; Searching the Desert for the Blues; Atlanta, 22 Feb. 1932; (716061) Vi23353 RCA LPV518
Now the one in my bosom : she's in Tennessee McTell, Blind Willie; Ticket Agent Blues; Chicago, 25 Apr. 1935; (C9954A) De7078 Yz L1037
Well now if she's not in China : ooo well I believe she's in East St Louis somewhereWheatstraw, Peetie; Deep Sea Love; New York, 20 Feb. 1936; (60539A) De7167 Say SDR192
That you had another woman : to shimmy in my placeMoore, Rosie Mae; HaHa Blues; Memphis, 3 Feb. 1928; (418311) Vi21280 Her H201
Now sure as the stars : shine in the world above Estes, Sleepy John; Jack and Jill Blues; New York, 3 Aug. 1935; (62479A) De7365 RBF RF8
It's going to rain today mama : sun shine in your back doorHarris, William; Bull Frog Blues; Richmond, Ind., 10 Oct. 1928; (14318) Ge6661 OJL5
Says I went to the pawnshop : great God with my shoes in my handFuller, Blind Boy; Three Ball Blues; New York, 6 Mar. 1940; (26600A) Vo05440 BC11
With one leg in his pants : and his shoes in his handWashboard Sam; Back Door; Aurora, Ill., 4 May 1937; (07616 ) BBB7001 BC10
Got a short in this connection : hoo well babe and it's way down belowJohnson, Robert; Terraplane Blues; San Antonio, 23 Nov. 1936; (SA25861) ARC70356 Co CL1654
I tried to run away : got shot in my yas Wilson, Kid Wesley (Leola B. Wilson); The Gin Done Done It; New York, 5 Sept. 1929; (148977?) Co14463D His HLP5
You've got a shotgun in the corner : blackjack under your bedJohnson, Lonnie; Man Killing Broad; Chicago, 8 Nov. 1937; (91339A) De7445 Sw S1225;
Some day I'll be running : with the biggest shots in townEaston, Amos; Green Country Gal; New York, 23 Aug. 1936; (61241A) De7440 AH158
Shovel in the coal : see the wheels go around Carr, Leroy; Memphis Town; Chicago, 2 Jan. 1930; (C5071 ) Vo1527 Yz L1036
Too tight : sick in bed Blake, Blind; Too Tight Blues No. 2; Richmond, Ind., 17 Aug. 1929; (15460) Pm12824 Bio BLP12037
Baby you left me : sick in bed Green, Lil; I'm Wasting My Time on You; Chicago, 21 Jan. 1942; (0708031) BBB9010 RCA LPV574
I done lost my wife and my three little children : and my mother's sick in bedHill, King Solomon; The Gone Dead Train; Grafton, Wis., c. Jan. 1932; (L12542) Pm13129 Yz L1004
Now old Uncle Moe : he's sick in bed Jackson, Papa Charlie; Shake That Thing; Chicago, c. May 1925; (2120?) Pm12281 Yz L1029
I know this eagle's on a dollar : other side In God We TrustJones, Little Hat; Hurry Blues; San Antonio, 21 June 1929; (402699A) OK8735 Yz L1010
Sister in the corner : crying there's my man Brown, Hi Henry; Preacher Blues; New York, 14 Mar. 1932; (11477A) Vo1728 Yz L1030
They tell me seven sisters in New Orleans : they can really fix a man up rightSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Seven Sisters BluesPart 1; Chicago, c. Apr. 1931; (VO168A) Vo1641 Yz L1031
Sisters in the amen corner : singing let's go round and roundNickerson, Charlie Bozo; Round and Round; Memphis, 26 Nov. 1930; (64732 ) Vi23256 Jo SM3104
Well I went back home great God : sit in my back kitchen doorHill, Sammy; Needin' My Woman Blues; Dallas, 9 Aug. 1929; (55320) ViV38588 Yz L1004
All of my women : sit in rocking chairs Martin, Carl; Badly Mistreated Man; Chicago, 8 Jan. 1935; (C8812) OK8961 Yz L1016
I sit in the courthouse : with my face hid in my handsSmith, Clara; Court House Blues; New York, 3 Apr. 1925; (1404921) Co14073D CC32
Lamp sits in my kitchen : mosquitoes all around my screenJefferson, Blind Lemon; Mosquito Moan; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15666) Pm12899 Mil MLP2013
Just as sure as the good Lord : sits in the heaven aboveSpand, Charlie; Back to the Woods Blues; Richmond, Ind., 17 Aug. 1929; (15456) Pm12817 Yz L1015
I'd rather be sloppy drunk : sitting in the can Bogan, Lucille; Sloppy Drunk Blues; Chicago, late Mar. 1930; (C5562A) Br7210 Rt RL317
Oh you sitting in the shade baby : I declare you just won't doBonds, Son (Sleepy John Estes); Weary Worried Blues; Chicago, 6 Sept. 1934; (C9403A) Ch50064 RBF RF9
I've got a patch : sitting in the back Burse, Charlie; I Got Good Taters; Richmond, Ind., 3 Aug. 1932; (18650) Ch16481 Rt RL337
I'd rather be sloppy drunk : sitting in the can Carr, Leroy; Sloppy Drunk Blues; Chicago, 19 Sept. 1930; (C6086B) Vo1541 Yz L1015
Says the old cats and the kittens : is sitting in the sunChatman, Bo; Pussy Cat Blues; New Orleans, 15 Oct. 1936; (026131) BBB6735 Yz L1034
Now I was sitting in jail : with my eyes all full of tearsEstes, Sleepy John; Jailhouse Blues; Chicago, 4 June 1940; (93007A) De7814 RBF RF8
Now she dreamed : she was sitting in the grass by the millEstes, Sleepy John; Little Laura Blues; Chicago, 24 Sept. 1941; (0649251) BBB8871 RCA LPV518
I was sitting in my kitchen : looking way out across the skyJohnson, Lonnie; St. Louis Cyclone Blues; New York, 3 Oct. 1927; (81503B) OK8512 CC30
I was sitting in my kitchen : just as quiet as a lambMemphis Minnie; Ain't No Use Trying to Tell On Me; New York, 27 Oct. 1933; (1525372) Co unissued Yz L1021
I got a big black cat : sitting in my back door Memphis Minnie; Black Cat Blues; Chicago, 27 May 1936; (C13861) Vo03581 Pal PL101
I wake up every morning : wolves sitting in my doorWiggins, James Boodle It; FortyFour Blues; Richmond, Ind., 12 Oct. 1929; (15768A) Pm12860 OJL15
Well now I was sitting in the parlor : just as dumb as a lambWiley, Geeshie (Elvie Thomas); Over to My House; Grafton, Wis., c. Apr. 1930; (L2651) Pm12977 Yz L1018
Well well I was sitting in Madison Square Gardens : now to just watch the big fight come Williamson, Sonny Boy; Joe Louis and John Henry; Chicago, 21 July 1939; (040535 ) BBB8403 BC3
Now I would rather be sloppy drunk : sitting in the canWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Sloppy Drunk Blues; Chicago, 2 July 1941; (064493 ) BBB8822 BC3
Now I'd rather be dead : sleep in an old hollow logEstes, Sleepy John; Poor John Blues; Memphis, 21 May 1930; (59968 ) ViV38628 Rt RL323
I ain't got no bed to sleep in : I've got to sleep down on the doggone floorGillum, Bill Jazz; Woke Up Cold in Hand; Chicago, 30 July 1942; (074651 ) BBB9042 RCA INT1177
I'm drinking muddy water : sleep in a hollow log Howell, Peg Leg; Away from Home; Atlanta, 13 Apr. 1929; (1482732) Co14535D Rt RL318
I'm going to drink muddy water : go sleep in a hollow logJefferson, Blind Lemon; Wartime Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1926; (30701) Pm12425 Rt RL301
I'd rather drink muddy water : rather sleep in a real hollow logSpruell, Freddie; Muddy Water Blues; Chicago, 17 Nov. 1926; (9908A) OK8422 Mam S3802
Have to drink muddy water : sleep in a hollow logWilliams, Joe; Meet Me Around the Corner; Chicago, 27 Mar. 1941; (0539921R) BBB8738 RCA INT1087
I was outdoors : sleeping in the rain Howell, Peg Leg; Away from Home; Atlanta, 13 Apr. 1929; (1482732) Co14535D Rt RL318
Lord the woman I'm loving : sleeping in her *ray*Williams, Joe; Meet Me Around the Corner; Chicago, 27 Mar. 1941; (0539921R) BBB8738 RCA INT1087
She sleeps in the kitchen : one foot in the hall Jaxon, Frankie Half Pint; Callin' Corrine; New York, 19 May 1939; (65608A) De7619 AH158
She sleeps in the kitchen : with her feets in the hallJohnson, Robert; They're Red Hot; San Antonio, 27 Nov. 1936; (SA26271) ARC70757 Co C30034
I can prowl and do good : because I sleeps in a hollow logSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Hungry Wolf; Chicago, c. Apr. 1931; (VO165A) Vo1655 Yz L1031
Have you ever been drunk : and slept in all your clothesMiller, Lillian; Dead Drunk Blues; Richmond, Ind., c. 3 May 1928; (13718A) Ge6518 OJL6
Have you ever been drunk : slept in all of your clothesWallace, Sippie; Dead Drunk Blues; Chicago, 6 May 1927; (80837A) OK8499 Bio BLPC6
And next thing he want to do : was slip in my bed Stokes, Frank; You Shall; Chicago, c. Aug. 1927; (47713) Pm12518 Rt RL308
And the next thing he wanted to do : was slip in my bedStokes, Frank; You Shall; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200432) Pm12518 Bio BLP12041
Going back south : to get smacked in the mouth Jones, Maggie; Box Car Blues; New York, 13 Nov. 1924; (1401343) Co14047D VJM VLP23
When you come back : you smells in a different waySykes, Roosevelt; We Can Sell that Thing; Grafton, Wis., c. Aug. 1930; (L4502) Pm13004 Riv RM8819
Say you better stop your woman : from smiling in my faceCampbell, Bob; Starvation Farm Blues; New York, 1 Aug. 1934; (155032) Vo02798 Fly LP103
My friends have turned against me : smiling in my faceHowell, Peg Leg; Low Down Rounder Blues; Atlanta, 20 Apr. 1928; (1461611) Co14320D RBF RF1
Than to see some other man : smiling smiling in my baby's faceKelly, Jack; Flower Blues; Memphis, 14 July 1939; (MEM1441) Vo unissued OJL21
My gal she got ways : just like a snake in the grassArnold, Kokomo; Midnight Blues; New York, 11 May 1938; (63750A) De7510 Say SDR163
Black snake's in my house : black snake's all around my doorSpivey, Victoria; Black Snake Swing; Chicago, 7 July 1936; (90785A) De7203 AH58
Says he sneaked in my kitchen : eat up all the breadLittle Son Joe; Black Cat Swing; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1941; (C40981) OK06707 BC1
Guess who's sneaking around here : sneaking in the grassWhistlin' Rufus; Sweet Jelly Rollin'; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1933; (77305 ) BBB5306 Rt RL334
The snitches in town : Lord they just won't do unknown artist (Memphis Jug Band); Snitchin' Gambler Blues; Memphis, 1 Feb. 1928; (418172) Vi21524 Rt RL322
I'm snowbound in my cabin : and ice up around my doorJohnson, Lonnie; South Bound Backwater; New York, 31 Mar. 1938; (63524A) De7461 Sw S1225
I was snowbound in my cabin : had water seeping up through my floorJohnson, Lonnie; South Bound Backwater; New York, 31 Mar. 1938; (63524A) De7461 Sw S1225
They worry me so in this haunted house : I wish I was dead and goneJohnson, Lonnie; Blue Ghost Blues; New York, 9 Nov. 1927; (81802B) OK8557 CC30
He played the dice so in vain : until he liked to lose his mindMemphis Minnie; Georgia Skin; Memphis, 29 May 1930; (62540 ) Vi23352 His HLP32
So in believe I will go : right down I Paris TennesseeDavis, Walter; Minute Man BluesPart 1; Chicago, 25 Feb. 1935; (854821) BBB5965 RCA INT1085
But some in the daytime : some at night Stokes, Frank; Its a Good Thing; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200442) Pm12518 Bio BLP12041
I felt just like : somebody in my family was dead Johnson, Lil; You'll Never Miss Your Jelly Till Your Jelly Rollers Gone; Chicago, 23 Apr. 1929; (C3356 ) Vo1299 His HLP2
Someone's in the basement : trying to find the holeDorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); Grievin' Me Blues; Chicago, c. 6 Sept. 1928; ( ) Vo1216 His HLP1
There was something in my bedroom : began to reel and rockBradley, Tommie; Four Day Blues; Richmond, Ind., 17 July 1931; (17886A) Ch16339 OJL19
You can tell by that : they got something in their heads to doGibson, Clifford; Blues Without a Dime; New York, 10 Dec. 1929; (57756 ) ViV38590 Yz L1027
Well something in my family : ooo well well you know ain't going on rightHogg, Andrew; Family Trouble Blues; Chicago, 18 Feb. 1937; (61856A) De7303 Rt RL315
Something in your practice : to pacify my mind Smith, Clara; Prescription for the Blues; New York, 15 Oct. 1924; (1401091) Co14045D VJM VLP17
I might have been rolling : somewheres in a folding bedEvans, Joe; New Huntsville Jail; New York, 20 May 1931; (106512) Or8080 His HLP8002
She been trying two years : to get me to be her soninlawJefferson, Blind Lemon; Piney Woods Money Mama; Chicago, c. Mar. 1928; (204082) Pm12650 Mil MLP2004
New he's better known : by the devil's soninlaw Wheatstraw, Peetie; Peetie Wheatstraw Stomp No. 2; Chicago, 26 Mar. 1937; (91153 ) De7391 BC4
Lord it's soon in the morning : going to believe I'll leaving hereBracey, Ishman; My Brown Mama Blues; Memphis, 31 Aug. 1928; (45459?) Vi21691(?) Rt RL330
Now my baby got ways soon in the morning : just like a squirrelMcClennan, Tommy; Drop Down Mama; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1940; (0537411) BBB8704 Rt RL305
I'm going to write you a letter soon in the morning : mail it in the airMcClennan, Tommy; Drop Down Mama; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1940; (0537411) BBB8704 Rt RL305
Soon in the morning : at half past four McTell, Blind Willie; Kind Mama; Atlanta, 31 Oct. 1929; (1493192) Co14657D Yz L1037
You reap just what you sow in the sweet byandby : and be sorry that you went awaySmith, Trixie; Love Me Like You Used To; New York, c. Dec. 1925; (2365?) Pm12330 CC29
I ain't got no woman : speak in my behalf Johnson, Tommy; Lonesome Home Blues; Memphis, 31 Aug. 1928; (454631) Vi unissued His HLP31
I ain't got no woman : to speak in my behalf Johnson, Tommy; Lonesome Home Blues; Memphis, 31 Aug. 1928; (454632) Vi unissued His HLP31
Didn't have nobody : to speak in my behalf McCoy, Joe; My Wash Woman's Gone; Chicago, c. Feb. 1931; (VO110A) Vo1668 Yz L1026
I tell the cockeyed world : I'll spit in my baby's faceWallace, Minnie; The Cockeyed World; Jackson, Miss., 12 Oct. 1935; (JAX1132) Vo03106 Rt RL321
Well well well I want none of that sugar : mama sprinkled in my teaWheatstraw, Peetie; Don't Hang My Clothes on No Barbed Wire Line; Chicago, 4 Nov. 1930; (C6489A) Vo1649 Say SDR191
She can stand in Melford : man and put the check on meChatman, Bo; The Ins and Outs of My Girl; New Orleans, 15 Oct. 1936; (026141) BBB7213 Yz L1014
I left my baby : standing in the back door crying Blackwell, Francis Scrapper; Back Door Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Nov. 1931; (18221) Ch16361 Yz L1019
I was standing in my back door : looking at the evening sun go downBlind Norris; Sundown Blues; Chicago, 18 Feb. 1937; (61850A) De7290 BC6
And I see four or five good tricks : standing in front of my doorBogan, Lucille; They Ain't Walking No More; Chicago, late Mar. 1930; (C5549 ) Br7163 Yz L1017
I had the blues before sunrise : with tears standing in my eyesCarr, Leroy; Blues Before Sunrise; St. Louis, 21 Feb. 1934; (SL121) Vo02657 Co C30496
Now you see [Mr Melrose, that man] : standing in the floorChatman, Peter (Memphis Slim); Old Taylor; Chicago, 1 Apr. 1941; (0594971) BBB8903 RCA730.581
She said daddy who is it please : with tears standing in her eyeChatman, Peter (Memphis Slim); Me, Myself, and I; Chicago, 1 Apr. 1941; (0640041) BBB8784 RCA730.581
Well left my woman : standing in the door Edwards, Frank; We Got to Get Together; Chicago, 28 May 1941; (C38121) OK06393 BC6
You was standing in your back door : with a hung down headGlaze, Ruby (Blind Willie McTell); Lonesome Day Blues; Atlanta, 22 Feb. 1932; (716041) Vi23353 RCA LPV518
I left my brown : standing in the door Hicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Poor Boy a Long Ways from Home; New York, 16 June 1927; (1442812) Co14246D Rt RL326
I'm standing in front of the bakershop : and I'm feeling lowdown in mindJefferson, Blind Lemon; Bakershop Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15668) Pm12852 Mil MLP2013
I left my baby : standing in the doorway crying Johnson, Lem; Candy Blues; New York, 19 May 1942; (70761A) De7895 Br87.504
She was standing in the kitchen : in her morning gownLedbetter, Huddie; C. C. Rider; New York, 23 Jan. 1935; (16686 ) ARC unissued Co C30035
Left my baby : standing in the back door crying McFadden, Charlie Specks; People People Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1930; (L1541) Pm12928 Riv RM8819
When you see me mama : standing in the door McTell, Blind Willie; Warm It Up to Me; New York, 14 Sept. 1933; (140082) Vo02595 Yz L1005
Yes you going to leave your mama : standing in this doorMemphis Minnie; I Called You This Morning; Chicago, c. 14 July 1930; (C6013 ) Vo1631 BC13
She fell for me a raggedy stranger : standing in the drizzling rainMoore, Whistlin' Alex; West Texas Woman; Dallas, 5 Dec. 1929; (1495312) Co14496D His HLP32
Oh I remember one morning : standing in my baby's doorPatton, Charley; Bird Nest Bound; Grafton, Wis., c. 28 May 1930; (L4331) Pm13070 Yz L1020
And every time I come to your house : there's a man standing in your doorRachel, James Yank; Sweet Mama; Memphis, 30 May 1930; (62550) Vi23318 Rt RL329
I was standing in my door : reason I hear the T P when she blowsRanger, Jack; T. P. Window Blues; San Antonio, 28 June 1929; (402768) OK8785 Rt RL315
I'm standing in this water : wishing I had a boat Wallace, Sippie; The Flood Blues; Chicago, 6 May 1927; (80840B) OK8470 Sw S1240
They sent me to the stone quarry : I was standing in the doorWelsh, Nolan; The Bridwell Blues; Chicago, 16 June 1926; (9727A) OK8372 Fwy FJ2802
I walked off : and left my mother standing in the snowWilkins, Robert; Alabama Blues; Memphis, c. 23 Sept. 1929; (M190 ) Br7205 Rt RL333
I'm standing in Chicago mama : New Orleans on my mindWilliams, Joe; 49 Highway Blues; Chicago, 25 Feb. 1935; (85490 ) BBB5996 OJL17
Well and when they go out and stay all night long : your mother's standing in her back door Williamson, Sonny Boy; The Right Kind of Life; Aurora, Ill., 17 Dec. 1938; (0308551) BBB8034 RCA INT1088
Well I had this blues before sunrise : oh with tears standing in my eyesWilliamson, Sonny Boy; My Black Name Blues; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1941; (070147 ) BBB8992 BC3
Standing in the station : waiting for my train Howell, Peg Leg; Away from Home; Atlanta, 13 Apr. 1929; (1482732) Co14535D Rt RL318
You start in mooching : but your mooching been in vainHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); We Sure Got Hard Times Now; Atlanta, 18 Apr. 1930; (1502731) Co14558D CC36
I'll start in praying : till the storm is through Jones, Maggie; Thunderstorm Blues; New York, 10 Dec. 1924; (1401752) Co14050D VJM VLP23
I want you to start in the morning baby : and roll me with the setting of the sunMcTell, Blind Willie; Rollin' Mama Blues; Atlanta, 22 Feb. 1932; (71603 ) Vi23328 Rt RL324
My blues start in the morning : and they worries me the whole day longTownsend, Henry; Henry's Worried Blues; Chicago, 15 Nov. 1929; (403300A) Co14529D Yz L1030
Now the little dog : started in to run Gillum, Bill Jazz; I'm Gonna Get It; Aurora, Ill., 16 June 1938; (020823 ) BBB7769 RCA INT1177
I fell down on my knees : I started in to pray Johnson, Lonnie; St. Louis Cyclone Blues; New York, 3 Oct. 1927; (81503B) OK8512 CC30
Big crap game in the hall : started in to fight McTell, Blind Willie; Razor Ball; Atlanta, 17 Apr. 1930; (1502582) Co14551D Yz L1037
Than to see my man : starting in to pack his trunkSmith, Bessie; Ticket Agent Ease Your Window Down; New York, 5 Apr. 1924; (816702) Co14025D Co CL855
Starvation in my kitchen : rent sign's on my door Big Bill (Broonzy); Starvation Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1928; (209232) Pm12707 Yz L1011
Lord starvation's in my kitchen : rent sign's on my doorBig Bill (Broonzy); I Can't Be Satisfied; Richmond, Ind., 2 May 1930; (16569) Ge7230 Yz L1011
Shook so : you couldn't stay in her room Nelson, Romeo; Gettin' Dirty Just Shakin' that Thing; Chicago, 9 Oct. 1929; (C4629 ) Vo1447 OJL15
They work hard all the time : trying to stay in these young men's waysReynolds, Blind Joe; Nehi Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1930; (L1462) Pm12927 OJL11
Oh you go off to stay in the morning : and you stays all dayShade, Will; Taking Your Place; Memphis, 3 Oct. 1929; (56343) Vi23347 Jo SM3104
I'd dive down and come right out : and I won't stay in your water longSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Hoppin' Toad Frog; Chicago, c. Apr. 1931; (VO166A) Vo1655 Yz L1031
It's one day and one night : is long as I stay in one placeThomas, Ramblin' (Willard Thomas); Ramblin' Man; Chicago, c. Nov. 1928; (210194) Pm12722 Bio BLP12004
The first night I stayed in Memphis : chinch bugs turned my bed aroundJefferson, Blind Lemon; Chinch Bug Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1927; (200641) Pm12551 Bio BLP12015
I stayed in jail last night : and all last night beforeMemphis Minnie; Moonshine; Chicago, 12 Nov. 1936; (C16701) Vo03894 BC1
Now that old girl : that stayed in town Stokes, Frank; Take Me Back; Memphis, 30 Aug. 1928; (454542) ViV38531 Yz L1008
Because you told me late last night : you stayed in another placeWashboard Sam; Jesse James Blues; Chicago, 20 June 1935; (C1023B) Vo03375 BC10
I stayed in jail : it was thirty long days Wilkins, Robert; Nashville Stonewall Blues; Memphis, c. early Feb. 1930; (MEM740A) Br7168 Rt RL307
I was born and raised in the country : mama but I'm staying in townLedbetter, Huddie; Pig Meat Papa; New York, 23 Mar. 1935; (171812) ARC60455 His HLP4
I'm got two women in the country : I'm got two women stays in townBatts, Will; Country Woman; New York, 1 Aug. 1933; (137181) Vo02531 Rt RL329
Black Minnie Black Minnie : girl you stays in the darkMcClennan, Tommy; Black Minnie; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1940; (0537421) BBB8704 Rt RL305
I'm got a gal in the country : I'm got two that stays in townStokes, Frank; Downtown Blues; Memphis, 1 Feb. 1928; (418221) Vi21272 BC5
I got a gal in the country : got two that stays in townStokes, Frank; Downtown Blues; Memphis, 1 Feb. 1928; (418222) Vi unissued His HLP31
All you got to do : is step in the back end Estes, Sleepy John; Liquor Store Blues; New York, 22 Apr. 1938; (63648A) De7491 RBF RF11
Just step in my back yard : and take a peep at mineSmith, Trixie; Sorrowful Blues; New York, c. May 1924; (17802) Pm12208 CC29
??? : I stepped in the door Rainey, Ma Gertrude; Rough and Tumble Blues; Chicago, c. Aug. 1925; (22102) Pm12311 Mil MLP2001
Looked like every minute : I was stepping in another worldMcCoy, Charlie; That Lonesome Train Took My Baby Away; Jackson, Miss., 15 Dec. 1930; (404726A) OK8863 RBF RF14
The blues will leave you with murder in your mind : that's when the devil out of hell steps inJohnson, Lonnie; Devil's Got the Blues; New York, 31 Mar. 1938; (63518A) De7487 Sw S1225
Fortyone derringer : sticking in my breast Bennett, Will; Railroad Bill; Knoxville, Tenn., c. Sept. 1930; (K127 ) Vo1464 OJL18
Says I'm still in love with my milkcow : I just can't stand the way she doArnold, Kokomo; Milk Cow BluesNo. 4; Chicago, 11 Sept. 1935; (90316A) De7163 CC25
I knocked Mae down : I stomped in her face Stokes, Frank; Its a Good Thing; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200442) Pm12518 Bio BLP12041
This thought have run through my head : just like a stone in sandShort, Jaydee; Telephone Arguin' Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. 1 June 1930; (L4561) Pm13043 OJL11
I got stones in my passway : and my road seem dark as nightJohnson, Robert; Stone in My Passway; Dallas, 19 June 1937; (DAL3772) ARC71267 Co CL1654
Well I stood in my back yard : wrung my hands and screamedHouse, Son; Dry Spell BluesPart 2; Grafton, Wis., 28 May 1930; (L4262) Pm12990 OJL11
Now good morning Mr wild water : why did you stop in my front doorArnold, Kokomo; Wild Water Blues; Chicago, 12 Mar. 1937; (91134A) De7285 Cor CP58
I'm going to make my stop in Italy : where the monkeyman don't belongJefferson, Blind Lemon; Teddy Bear Blues; Chicago, c. June 1927; (45672) Pm12487 Mil MLP2007
Honey I'm going to stop in towns : I believe that I haven't never been beforeJones, Little Hat; New Two Sixteen Blues; San Antonio, 15 June 1929; (402647A) OK8712 His HLP32
Well I may stop in town : where I haven't never been beforeJones, Little Hat; Hurry Blues; San Antonio, 21 June 1929; (402699A) OK8735 Yz L1010
I passed my partner's house : I stopped in to comb my headJefferson, Blind Lemon; Competition Bed Blues; Chicago, c. July 1928; (207492) Pm12728 Rt RL306
Crawled from the fireplace : and he stopped in the middle of the floorJefferson, Blind Lemon; That Crawlin' Baby Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15671) Pm12880 Mil MLP2013
I first left home : I stopped in Tennessee Memphis Minnie; Nothin in Rambling; Chicago, 27 June 1940; (WC3167A) OK05670 BC1
I've got the world in a jug : the stopper's in my handSmith, Bessie; Down Hearted Blues; New York, 16 Feb. 1923; (808635) CoA3844 Co CL855
I caught a stranger in my house : and I busted his head with a clubBlake, Blind; Rope Stretchin' BluesPart 1; Grafton, Wis., c. Oct. 1931; (L10992) Pm13103 Bio BLP12037
I'm a stranger in town mama : figuring on going the whole way downJordan, Luke; Church Bells Blues; Charlotte, N.C., 16 Aug. 1927; (398192) Vi21076 RBF RF9
All you girls get together : with your straw in your handLincoln, Charley; Doodle Hole Blues; Atlanta, 18 Apr. 1930; (1502752) Co14550D Yz L1012
I was took all of my clothes : and walk the streets in my morning gownThomas, Ramblin' (Willard Thomas); Hard Dallas Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1928; (210182) Pm12708 Bio BLP12004
And the strike in Chicago : Lordy Lord it just won't stopPatton, Charley; Mean Black Moan; Grafton, Wis., c. early Dec. 1929; (L771) Pm12953 Yz L1001
They put ashes in my whiskey : they put strychnine in my glassDavis, Walter; Ashes in My Whiskey; Chicago, 31 Oct. 1935; (962371) BBB6201 RCA INT1085
Strychnine in my biscuits : Lord but she didn't hurt meLewis, Furry; Big Chief Blues; probably New York, c. late Oct. 1927; ( ) Vo1133 Yz L1002
But the way she treats me : that's the coldest stuff in townReynolds, Blind Willie; Third Street Woman Blues; Memphis, 26 Nov. 1930; (647242) Vi23258 OJL11
Because that jive you and Willie B's shooting : coldest stuff in townShaw, Allen (Hattie Hart); Coldest Stuff in Town; New York, 14 Sept. 1934; (15952 ) Vo02821 Yz L1021
I don't want no man : to put no sugar in my tea Rainey, Ma Gertrude; BoWeavil Blues; Chicago, Dec. 1923; (1597?) Pm12080 BYG529.078
Sugar man sugar man : you got the best sugar in townSmith, Bessie Mae; Sugar Man BluesPart 2; Chicago, 19 Sept. 1930; (C6168 ) Vo1559 His HLP2
My coffee must be sugared in the morning : my tea late at nightSmith, Bessie Mae; Sugar Man BluesPart 1; Chicago, 19 Sept. 1930; (C6167 ) Vo1559 His HLP2
And I followed her to the station : with a suitcase in my handJohnson, Robert; Love in Vain; Dallas, 20 June 1937; (DAL402?) Vo04630 Co C30034
I followed her to the station : with my suitcase in my handJohnson, Robert; Love in Vain; Dallas, 20 June 1937; (DAL402?) Vo04630 His HLP31
I even went down to the depot : with my suitcase in my handMcTell, Blind Willie; Talking to Myself; Atlanta, 17 Apr. 1930; (1502572) Co14551D Yz L1005
I went down to the shed : put my suitcase in my handMcTell, Blind Willie; Ticket Agent Blues; Chicago, 25 Apr. 1935; (C9954A) De7078 Yz L1037
Now my coffee's sweet in the morning : you know I'm crazy about [that, my] tea at nightMcClennan, Tommy; New Sugar Mama; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1940; (053737 ) BBB8760 Rt RL305
Ain't so pretty : but she's the sweetest in town Walker, Willie; South Carolina Rag; Atlanta, 6 Dec. 1930; (151065 ) Co14578D OJL18
Sweety in the basement mama Lord : sweet as she can beBig Bill (Broonzy); Down in the Basement Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1928; (209221) Pm12707 Yz L1035
Says a little fish big fish : swimming in the waterJackson, Papa Charlie; Salty Dog Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1924; (1893?) Pm12236 Yz L1029
Now I wished that I was a bullfrog : swimming in the deep blue seaMcClennan, Tommy; Deep Blue Sea Blues; Chicago, 15 Sept. 1941; (064889 ) BBB9005 Rt RL313
I know you're sober : you got the tail in front Jackson, Papa Charlie; Mama, Don't You Think I Know; Chicago, c. Aug. 1925; (22242) Pm12305 Bio BLP12042
Lord now me and my baby we talked yesterday : and we talked in my back yardWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Welfare Store Blues; Chicago, 17 May 1940; (053001 ) BBB8610 BC3
Every time I wake up : Jim Tampa's in my yard Bogan, Lucille; Jim Tampa Blues; Chicago, c. July 1927; (46722) Pm12504 Yz L1017
I'm begging with tears in my eyes : and down on my bended kneesCox, Ida; Long Distance Blues; Chicago, Aug. 1925; (2243?) Pm12307 BYG529073
You got a long black woman : with a gold teeth in her faceLee, Bertha; Mind Reader Blues; New York, 31 Jan. 1934; (147361) Vo02650 OJL17
I'm going to get them in my house : and ain't going to let them outBogan, Lucille; Tricks Ain't Working No More; Chicago, c. mid Dec. 1930; (C6848A) Br7186 His HLP15
When they don't draw nothing : their husbands bust them in the jawBrown, Hi Henry; Nut Factory Blues; New York, 17 Mar. 1932; (11506A) Vo1692 Yz L1003
Wears them in the summer : and she wears them in the fallHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Easy Rider Don't Deny My Name; New York, 16 June 1927; (1442823) Co14231D RBF RF15
Wears them in the summer : and she wears them in the fallHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); Easy Rider Don't Deny My Name; New York, 16 June 1927; (1442823) Co14231D RBF RF15
I packed all my clothes throwed them in : and they rolled me alongSmith, Bessie; Back Water Blues; New York, 17 Feb. 1927; (1434911) Co14195D Co CL858
I know just what to do : to back them in my stall Smith, Clara; I Got Everything a Woman Needs; New York, 28 June 1923; (810596) CoA3943 VJM VLP15
Never found a bruised one : till I caught them in my bedWashboard Sam; Diggin' My Potatoes; Chicago, 15 May 1939; (034797 ) BBB8211 BC10
Oh listen you men : don't you let them in White, Washington; Good Gin Blues; Chicago, 7 Mar. 1940; (WC2982A) OK05625 Co C30036
Some standing on the corner : trying to get themselves in jailJackson, Papa Charlie; Coal Man Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1927; (42442) Pm12461 Bio BLP12042
Mr gasman : you got that old hot bankroll right over there in your pantsGlover, Mae; Gas Man Blues; Richmond, Ind., 29 July 1929; (15396A) Ge7040 Yz L1009
Said mama ain't that your second daddy : standing back there in the doorJefferson, Blind Lemon; That Crawlin' Baby Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15671) Pm12880 Mil MLP2013
Just got there in good old time : to wear them ball and chainThomas, Henry; Run, Mollie, Run; Chicago, 7 Oct. 1927; (C1222) Vo1141 OJL3
You're in that coach : I'm going to stay there in itWiggins, James Boodle It; Frisco Bound Blues; Richmond, Ind., 12 Oct. 1929; (15769A) Pm12860 OJL15
There's one thing in this world : I cannot understandBlake, Blind; Blake's Worried Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1926; (30602) Pm12442 Bio BLP12023
I don't know but one thing in this world : could keep me *married* to the electric chairJefferson, Blind Lemon; 'Lectric Chair Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203642) Pm12608 Bio BLP12015
Son that thing in Memphis : going to be the death of youShade, Will; What's the Matter; Memphis, 17 Sept. 1929; (555302) ViV38551 Jo SM3104
One thing in creation : I sure can't understand Smith, Six Cylinder; Oh Oh Lonesome Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Mar. 1930; (L2131) Pm12968 Yz L1004
But good things in life : don't never last Spand, Charlie; Good Gal; Richmond, Ind., 17 Aug. 1929; (15453) Pm12817 Yz L1015
Mama think about the things in the world : that your good friends haveStokes, Frank; Beale Town Bound; Chicago, c. Aug. 1927; (47752) Pm12576 Rt RL308
I want all you women : you better bear this in mindChatman, Bo; Ram Rod Daddy; New York, 4 June 1931; (404926A) OK8897 His HLP5
Now listen here baby : bear this in mind Chatman, Bo; Double Up in a Knot; New Orleans, 15 Oct. 1936; (026171) BBB6659 Yz L1034
Now listen here folks : I want you all to bear this in mindMemphis Minnie; What's the Matter with the Mill; Chicago, c. 15 Oct. 1930; (C6442 ) Vo1550 BC13
Well but it ain't but three in my family : that's me myself and IChatman, Peter (Memphis Slim); Me, Myself, and I; Chicago, 1 Apr. 1941; (0640041) BBB8784 RCA730.581
Did you get that letter : that I throwed in your back yardWashboard Sam; Jesse James Blues; Chicago, 20 June 1935; (C1023B) Vo03375 BC10
Oh did you get my letter : throwed in your back yardWoods, Hosea (Gus Cannon); Fourth and Beale; Chicago, c. 12 Sept. 1929; (C4338 ) Br7138 His HLP15
Don't want dirt : thrown in my face Carr, Leroy; Gettin' All Wet; Chicago, 13 Aug. 1929; (C4034 ) Vo1423 Yz L1036
Lord I woke up this morning : with my Port China tickets in my handArnold, Kokomo; Sissy Man Blues; Chicago, 15 Jan. 1935; (C9654A) De7050 CC25
A rustling man : have a hard time in this town Big Bill (Broonzy); Rustlin' Man; Chicago, 9 Dec. 1935; (C8903) ARC unissued Rt RL316
If the men were asking for hair : you would have a hard time in this worldJordan, Charley; Tight Haired Mama Blues; Chicago, 17 Mar. 1931; (VO144) Vo1645 OJL20
Tomcat's in my window : tomcat's all around my doorSpruell, Freddie; Tom Cat Blues; Chicago, c. July 1928; (207272) Pm12665 His HLP17
Toodleoo in the summer : in the fall Newbern, Hambone Willie; She Could ToodleOo; Atlanta, 13 Mar. 1929; (402295A) OK8740 Rt RL323
Now you must not have : a tooth in your head Chatman, Peter (Memphis Slim); Maybe I'll Loan You a Dime; Chicago, 1 Apr. 1941; (0640031) BBB8784 RCA730.581
That's a small town in Western Michigan : tell daddy don't you want to goSpruell, Freddie; Mr. Freddie's Kokomo Blues; Chicago, 12 Apr. 1935; (85786 ) BBB5995 Mam S3802
The train's in the station : the crew has climbed aboardLinthecome, Joe; Pretty Mama Blues; Richmond, Ind., 20 Nov. 1929; (15906A) Ge7131 Rt RL326
Train's in the depot : boxcar's on the track Dorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); Where Did You Stay Last Night; Richmond, Ind., 19 Nov. 1930; (17277A) Ch16171 Riv RM8803
Trapped in ??? : I'm going to catch him some day soonLittle Son Joe; Black Cat Swing; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1941; (C40981) OK06707 BC1
Since I been so disobedient : I must travel in disgraceHowell, Peg Leg; Low Down Rounder Blues; Atlanta, 20 Apr. 1928; (1461611) Co14320D RBF RF1
I drink so much whiskey : I travel in my sleep Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Struck Sorrow Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200392) Pm12541 Rt RL335
I was traveling in a rowboat : drifting out in the seaJackson, Papa Charlie; Jungle Man Blues; Chicago, c. Dec. 1928; (210452) Pm12721 Bio BLP12042
Lord I'm so scared : I am trembling in my shoes Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Hangman's Blues; Chicago, c. Aug. 1928; (208162) Pm12679 Mil MLP2004
I've had trouble in Rock Island : also on the old S TAnderson, Jelly Roll; I. C. Blues; Chicago or Richmond, Ind., 19 Apr. 1927; (12722) Ge6135 His HLP22
Got trouble in the land : you're going to need my help some dayArnold, Kokomo; Set Down Gal; Chicago, 30 Mar. 1937; (91166A) De7361 OJL20
Now trouble in the morning : trouble late at nightEstes, Sleepy John; New Someday Blues; New York, 22 Apr. 1938; (63652A) De7473 RBF RF8
Feeling low and weary : Lord I've got a trouble in mindHurt, Mississippi John; Blue Harvest Blues; New York, 28 Dec. 1928; (401487A) OK8692 Bio BLPC4
I'm going tell you something : to ease your trouble in mindJames, Skip; Special Rider Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Feb. 1931; (L7602) Pm13098 Yz L1001
If you get in trouble in Grossbeck : they going to send you to penitentiary flyingJefferson, Blind Lemon; Blind Lemon's Penitentiary Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203632) Pm12666 Mil MLP2013
And it's trouble here : it's trouble in the air Lewis, Noah (Gus Cannon); Bad Luck's My Buddy; Memphis, 26 Nov. 1930; (64739 ) Vi23266 Rt RL307
Because I have something to tell you baby : will ease your trouble in mindSpaulding, Henry; Biddle Street Blues; Chicago, c. 6 May 1929; (C3450 ) Br7085 OJL20
Now you mistreat me : when you leave trouble in my mindStokes, Frank; Hunting Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1929; (212341) Pm12774 Rt RL333
Oh look like : I can see trouble in the air Wilkins, Robert; Jail House Blues; Memphis, 8 Sept. 1928; (45499 ) Vi23379 Yz L1002
Trouble in the morning : noon and night Blackwell, Francis Scrapper; Trouble BluesPart 2; Chicago, c. 17 Aug. 1928; (C2230 ) Vo1213 Yz L1019
High water rising : get me troubled in mind Delaney, Mattie; Tallahatchie River Blues; Memphis, c. 21 Feb. 1930; (MEM786 ) Vo1480 Yz L1001
Now honey babe : you got me troubled in mind Vincson, Walter (Mississippi Sheiks); Honey Babe Let the Deal Go Down; Jackson, Miss., 19 Dec. 1930; (404782B) OK8885 Mam S3804
When a man gets troubled in mind : he want to sleep all the timeWhite, Washington; Sleepy Man Blues; Chicago, 7 Mar. 1940; (WC2980A) OK05743 Co C30036
Mean papa turn in your key : because you don't live here no moreSmith, Clara; Mean Papa, Turn in Your Key; New York, 17 Apr. 1924; (816972) Co14022D VJM VLP16
She put carbolic in my coffee : turpentine in my teaLewis, Furry; Big Chief Blues; probably New York, c. late Oct. 1927; ( ) Vo1133 Yz L1002
You got a head : just like some twobyfour in some lumber yardPullum, Joe; Black Gal What Makes Your Head So Hard??? No. 2; San Antonio, 3 Apr. 1934; (82786?) BBB5592 Rt RL327
Now but maybe I won't see you : babe but until in the fallWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Shady Grove Blues; Chicago, 2 July 1941; (064492 ) BBB8914 BC20
I'm going to get up in the morning : do like Buddy BrownAlexander, Texas; NinetyEight Degree Blues; San Antonio, 15 June 1929; (402640A) OK8705 Yz L1004
Says I never quit walking : till I walked up in my mama's doorArnold, Kokomo; Front Door Blues; Chicago, 15 Jan. 1935; (C9655A) De7156 BC4
Now if you wake up in the morning : ain't got nothing on your mindArnold, Kokomo; Policy Wheel Blues; Chicago, 15 July 1935; (90158A) De7147 CC25
Now I'm going to get up in the morning : do just like old Buddy BrownArnold, Kokomo; Buddie Brown Blues; Chicago, 23 Oct. 1937; (91299A) De7449 CC25
Now just as sure as a freight train : rolls up in the yardArnold, Kokomo; Head Cuttin' Blues; Chicago, 3 Nov. 1937; (91331A) De7417 BC4
For when I wake up in the morning : my head is going around and aroundArnold, Kokomo; Tired of Runnin' from Door to Door; New York, 11 May 1938; (67346) De7464 Say SDR163
I got a gal : though she's a little bit up in yearsBaker, Willie; Bad Luck Moan; Richmond, Ind., 10 Jan. 1929; (14892) Ge6812 Rt RL326
You wake me up in the morning : mama I still got that old habitBig Bill (Broonzy); How You Want It Done; New York, 29 Mar. 1932; (116112) Ba32436 Yz L1011
Now I wake up in the morning : holding a bottle tightBig Bill (Broonzy); Good Liquor Gonna Carry Me Down; Chicago, 31 Oct. 1935; (962321) BB B6230 Yz L1011
Better get you a woodchopper : to back up in your stallBird, John (Mae Glover); Gas Man Blues; Richmond, Ind., 29 July 1929; (15396A) Ge7040 Yz L1009
And no one there : to smile up in your face Blackwell, Francis Scrapper; Penal Farm Blues; Indianapolis, c. June 1928; (IND625 ) Vo1192 Yz L1019
I can't see my baby : she's all locked up in jail Blackwell, Francis Scrapper; Trouble BluesPart 1; Chicago, c. 17 Aug. 1928; (C2229 ) Vo1213 Yz L1019
I'll be so glad : when my train pulls up in town Blackwell, Francis Scrapper; Down South Blues; Richmond, Ind., 24 Nov. 1931; (18218A) Ch16452 Yz L1019
Now you laying up in my bed : between my two white sheetsBogan, Lucille; Pot Hound Blues; Chicago, 10 May 1929; (C3462 ) Br7083 His HLP15
I didn't have no sugar : not to pick up in my armsBracey, Ishman; The Four Day Blues; Memphis, 31 Aug. 1928; (454612) ViV38560 Yz L1007
Have you woke up in the morning : *you weep and moan*Bracey, Ishman; Pay Me No Mind; Grafton, Wis., c. Mar. 1930; (L2422) Pm13038 Yz L1007
Just as well : make it up in your mind Bracey, Mississippi; Stered Gal; Jackson, Miss., 17 Mar. 1930; (404766B) OK8867 Yz L1038
Just pickle my body : up in alcohol Byrd, John; Billy Goat Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Apr. 1930; (L2892) Pm12997 Yz L1001
I wake up in the morning : I can't tell her shoes from mineCampbell, Charlie; Goin' Away Blues; Birmingham, Ala. 25 Mar. 1937; (B322) Vo03571 Fly LP103
I had some tough luck lately : I got locked up in jailCarr, Leroy; New How Long How Long BluesPart 2; Chicago, c. 20 Jan. 1931; (C7221A) Vo1585 RBF RF202
When she gets up in the morning : she starts to drink her cornCarr, Leroy; Barrel House Woman; New York, 14 Aug. 1934; (156282) Vo02791 Co C30496
I believe it'll give me ease : baby all up in my mindChatman, Bo; Let Me Roll Your Lemon; New Orleans, 19 Jan. 1935; (876241) BBB5861 Yz L1034
Just as sure as your train : Lord backs up in your yardCollins, Sam; Riverside Blues; Richmond, Ind., c. 23 Apr. 1927; (12740) Ge6167 OJL10
When you get up in the morning : when the dingdong ringsCollins, Sam; Midnight Special Blues; Richmond, Ind., c. 17 Sept. 1927; (13035) Ge6307 OJL10
I got up in my stockings : tipping across the floorCollins, Sam; My Road Is Rough and Rocky; New York, c. Oct. 1931; ( ) unknown Yz L1038
I don't want no sugar : stirred up in my rice Daddy Stovepipe; Tuxedo Blues; Birmingham, Ala., c. 13 July 1927; (GEX730A) Ge6212 OJL14
I just flutters when I see you : like a little bird up in his nestDavis, Walter; Why Shouldn't I Be Blue; Chicago, 12 July 1940; (0493251) BBB8737 Yz L1025
I got a woman down in Florida : got two up in TennesseeDorsey, Thomas A.(Georgia Tom); Been Mistreated Blues; Richmond, Ind., 20 Nov. 1930; (17290) Ch16237 Riv RM8803
Mussolini jumped back : up in the sack Edwards, Frank; We Got to Get Together; Chicago, 28 May 1941; (C38121) OK06393 BC6
I didn't have no blues : messed all up in mind Estes, Sleepy John; Watcha Doin'; Memphis, 21 May 1930; (59967 ) ViV38628 Rt RL323
Get up in the morning : grey towel around your headEstes, Sleepy John; Watcha Doin'; Memphis, 21 May 1930; (59967 ) ViV38628 Rt RL323
Now I'm going to get up in the morning : and I'm going to do like Buddy BrownEstes, Sleepy John; Who's Been Tellin' You Buddy Brown Blues; Chicago, 9 July 1935; (90097A) Ch50068 Sw S1219
Get up in the morning : they be finally dry Estes, Sleepy John; Clean Up at Home; New York, 22 Apr. 1938; (63651B) De7516 Sw S1220
Says I called up in Burlington : ask my bossman to help me if he pleaseFuller, Blind Boy; Three Ball Blues; New York, 6 Mar. 1940; (26600A) Vo05440 BC11
Yeah locked up in jail : and I just can't help myselfFuller, Blind Boy; Crooked Woman Blues; New York, 7 Mar. 1940; (26619A) Vo05527 Rt RL318
Did you ever wake up in the morning : and find your rider goneGibson, Clifford; Old Time Rider; New York, 26 Nov. 1929; (571762) Vi23255 Yz L1027
Now you letting the grocery boy : lay up in the hayGillum, Bill Jazz; I'm Gonna Leave You on the Outskirts of Town; Chicago, 30 July 1942; (074648 ) BBB9042 RCA INT1177
When I wake up in the morning : my heart it feels like leadHenderson, Bertha; Lead Hearted Blues; Chicago, c. May 1928; (205602) Pm12655 Bio BLP12037
Did you ever wake up in the morning baby : same thing all on your mindHill, Sammy; Cryin' for the Blues; Dallas, 9 Aug. 1929; (55319) ViV38588 Yz L1004
Oh up in my room : I bowed down to pray House, Son; Preachin' the BluesPart 1; Grafton, Wis., 28 May 1930; (L4101) Pm13013 OJL5
I don't want no sugar : stirred up in my tea Jackson, Jim; I'm Wild About My Lovin'; Memphis, 27 Aug. 1928; (454161) ViV38505 His HLP32
I stepped back in my kitchen : and they springing up in my back yardJefferson, Blind Lemon; Mosquito Moan; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15666) Pm12899 Mil MLP2013
My arms may be empty : have not give up in my heartJohnson, Lonnie; I'm So Tired of Living All Alone; San Antonio, 9 Mar. 1928; (400447B) OK8677 CC30
I'm going to get up in the morning : I believe I'll dust my broomJohnson, Robert; I Believe I'll Dust My Broom; San Antonio, 23 Nov. 1936; (SA25811) ARC70481 Co C30034;
Just as sure as the train come in San Antone : then ease up in the yardJones, Little Hat; Cherry Street Blues; San Antonio, 14 June 1930; (404300A) OK8829 Yz L1032
You might back up in your stable : when the snow begins to fallJones, Maggie; You May Go, But You'll Come Back Some Day; New York, 18 Dec. 1924; (1401922) Co14063D VJM VLP23
Soon as I left home : start to cutting up in my bedLittle Son Joe; Black Cat Swing; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1941; (C40981) OK06707 BC1
Wake up in the morning : about half past three McTell, Blind Willie; Come On Around to My House Mama; Atlanta, 30 Oct. 1929; (1493022) Co14484D Rt RL324
Wake up in the morning : at half past three McTell, Blind Willie; Kind Mama; Atlanta, 31 Oct. 1929; (1493192) Co14657D Yz L1037
I done made up in my mind : not to sell moonshine no moreMemphis Minnie; Moonshine; Chicago, 12 Nov. 1936; (C16701) Vo03894 BC1
They ain't nothing but a wad of trouble : when they laying up in your armsMemphis Minnie; It's Hard to Be Mistreated; Chicago, 12 Nov. 1936; (C16711) Vo03474 BC1
Just as soon : as a train mama makes up in the yardMontgomery, Eurreal Little Brother; Out West Blues; New Orleans, 16 Oct. 1936; (026491) BBB6916 CC35
Oh take my picture : hang it up in Jackson's wall Patton, Charley; Banty Rooster Blues; Richmond, Ind., 14 June 1929; (15217) Pm12792 Yz L1020
The water was rising : up in my friend's door Patton, Charley; High Water EverywherePart II; Grafton, Wis., c. early Dec. 1929; (L602) Pm12909 Yz L1020
The water was [rising, rolling] : got up in my bedPatton, Charley; High Water EverywherePart II; Grafton, Wis., c. early Dec. 1929; (L602) Pm12909 Yz L1020
Then I made up in my mind : and I [really, simply] don't care how I goSykes, Roosevelt; Kelly's 44 Blues; Cincinnati, 12 June 1930; (629042) ViV38608 Yz L1033
Me and my brother : was up in the loft Tampa Red (Hudson Whittaker); It's Tight Like That; Chicago, c. Sept. 1928; ( ) Vo1216 His HLP1
Wake up in the morning : find your own self dead Tampa Red (Hudson Whittaker); The Duck YasYasYas; Chicago, c. 16 May 1929; (C3485 ) Vo1277 Yz L1039
Have you ever woke up in the morning : your bed going around and aroundTemple, Johnnie; So Lonely and Blue; Chicago, 14 May 1937; (91247A) De7337 RBF RF16
She will wake up in one second : when she hears a car horn blowThomas, Ramblin' (Willard Thomas); Hard to Rule Woman Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203353) Pm12670 Bio BLP12004
Now you will wake up in the morning : and find me goneThomas, Ramblin' (Willard Thomas); Ramblin' Man; Chicago, c. Nov. 1928; (210194) Pm12722 Bio BLP12004
You going to keep on *apalling* : you going to wake up in your graveTucker, Bessie; Penitentiary; Memphis, 29 Aug. 1928; (454412) ViV38526 Fwy FJ2801
When you get up in the morning : begin to sing this lonesome songVincson, Walter (Mississippi Sheiks); Your Good Man Caught the Train and Gone; Jackson, Miss., 15 Dec. 1930; (404710A) OK8905 Mam S3804
I'm going to live up in the country : buy me a rocking chairWalker, Uncle Bud; Look Here Mama Blues; Atlanta, 30 July 1928; (402008A) OK8828 Yz L1018
Get up in that section gang : and bring me up sometimeWallace, Sippie; Lazy Man Blues; Chicago, 6 May 1927; (80839B) OK8470 CC32
Well well well I can't use no gravy : mixed up in my riceWheatstraw, Peetie; Don't Hang My Clothes on No Barbed Wire Line; Chicago, 4 Nov. 1930; (C6489A) Vo1649 Say SDR191
Well now I'm going to call up in China : just to see if my little girl is thereWheatstraw, Peetie; Deep Sea Love; New York, 20 Feb. 1936; (60539A) De7167 Say SDR192
You'll not cram all that meat : up in my little Whistlin' Rufus; Sweet Jelly Rollin'; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1933; (77305 ) BBB5306 Rt RL334
Going to get up in the morning : baby with the rising sunWhite, Washington (Booker Washington White); Pinebluff Arkansas; Chicago, 2 Sept. 1937; (C19962) Vo03711 Co C30036
I made it up in my mind : baby to go and stay Wilkins, Robert; Police Sergeant Blues; Memphis, c. early Feb. 1930; (MEM741B) Br7168 Rt RL307
Lord I made up in my mind pretty mama : honest great God let you goWilkins, Robert; Dirty Deal Blues; Jackson, Miss., 10 Oct. 1935; (JAX104 ) Vo03223 BC5
Get up in the morning : *caught that* on the worldWilliams, Joe; Little Leg Woman; Chicago, 25 Feb. 1935; (854871) BBB5900 Yz L1038
Well I'll get up in the morning : catch the Highway FortyNineWilliams, Joe; 49 Highway Blues; Chicago, 25 Feb. 1935; (85490 ) BBB5996 OJL17
Well well I get up in the morning : ooo Lord boys she's down on my mindWilliams, Joe; 49 Highway Blues; Chicago, 25 Feb. 1935; (85490 ) BBB5996 OJL17
[I'm going to, if I] get up in the morning Malvina : I believe I'll dust my bedWilliams, Joe; 49 Highway Blues; Chicago, 25 Feb. 1935; (85490 ) BBB5996 OJL17
Well when I get up in the morning : ooo well peach orchard man she's on my mindWilliams, Joe; Peach Orchard Mama; Chicago, 27 Mar. 1941; (0539911) BBB8774 RCA INT1087
Well I'm going to get up in the morning : get to Highway FortyNineWilliams, Joe; Highway 49; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1941; (0704851) BBB9025 RBF RF11
I wake up in the morning : peach orchard woman on my mindWilliams, Joe; Peach Orchard Mama; Aurora, Ill., 17 June 1938; (0208551) BBB7770 RCA INT1175
Now when my bluebird left : she put a note up in my doorWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Blue Bird BluesPart 1; Aurora, Ill., 17 Dec. 1938; (0308511) BBB7979 RCA INT1088
Lord I can see your little apple : hanging way up in your little apple treeWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Big Apple Blues; Chicago, 4 Apr. 1941; (064020 ) BBB8766 BC20
My baby thinks she's a black panther : she want to climb up in a tree and jump downWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Black Panter Blues; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1941; (070144 ) BB340701 BC3
She's up in the front : but she's all broke down behindWilliamson, Sonny Boy; She Don't Love Me That Way; Chicago, 11 Dec. 1941; (070146 ) BB340701 BC3
Up in Chicago : long way from home Chatman, Lonnie; New Sittin' On Top of the World; Grafton, Wis., c. July 1932; (L15562) Pm13134 Bio BLP12041
Up in Harlem : every Saturday night Smith, Bessie; Gimme a Pigfoot; New York, 24 Nov. 1933; (1525782) OK8949 Co CL856
No use in grieving : I'm going to leave this town Jones, Maggie; Good Time Flat Blues; New York, 17 Dec. 1924; (1401912) Co14055D VJM VLP23
I'd rather drink muddy water : I'd rather wade in muddy water tooSpruell, Freddie; Muddy Water Blues; Chicago, 17 Nov. 1926; (9908A) OK8422 Mam S3802
Woke up this morning : couldn't even walk in my shoesBracey, Ishman; Bust Up Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Mar. 1930; (L2412) Pm13038 Her H205
I says when my blues leave me : my trouble just walked inArnold, Kokomo; Back Door Blues; Chicago, 15 Jan. 1935; (C9656A) De7156 CC25
Thought I'd catch her : when I walked in Blake, Blind; Low Down Loving Gal; Chicago, c. Sept. 1928; (208875) Pm12695 Bio BLP12003
When I walked in Lord : she was slowly dying Ledbetter, Huddie; Death Letter BluesPart 1; New York, 24 Jan. 1935; (166951) ARC unissued Bio BLP12013
She walked in the rain : till her feet got soaking wetMoore, William; One Way Gal; Chicago, c. Jan. 1928; (203091) Pm12648 OJL8
I walked in my room : the other night Rainey, Ma Gertrude; Cell Bound Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1924; (100012) Pm12257 Mil MLP2001
Some man walked in : and began to fight Rainey, Ma Gertrude; Cell Bound Blues; Chicago, c. Nov. 1924; (100012) Pm12257 Mil MLP2001
You know a man walked in : say have you any eggs Shade, Will; She Done Sold It Out; Chicago, 7 Nov. 1934; (C8001) OK8963 RBF RF6
Lord I say good morning Mr pawnshop man : as I walked in his doorSykes, Roosevelt; Kelly's 44 Blues; Cincinnati, 12 June 1930; (629042) ViV38608 Yz L1033
Walked in my room : the other night McTell, Blind Willie; Bell Street Blues; Chicago, 23 Apr. 1935; (C9946A) De7078 Rt RL324
Early this morning : the blues come walking in my roomCox, Ida; Rambling Blues; Chicago, Sept. 1925; (2294?) Pm12318 BYG529073
I want you to hug and kiss me baby : now when I come walking in your doorWheatstraw, Peetie; Sleepless Nights Blues; New York, 17 Mar. 1932; (11519A) Vo1727 Yz L1030
My baby will be glad to see me : come walking in her doorWheatstraw, Peetie; Sweet Home Blues; Chicago, 13 Feb. 1936; (C12612) Vo03396 Say SDR191
When he walks in to see his old gang : with whom he used to drinkWheatstraw, Peetie; When a Man Gets Down; Chicago, 26 Oct. 1936; (90961A) De7243 Say SDR192
You can't give your sweet woman : everything she wants in one timeJohnson, Robert; I'm a Steady Rollin Man; Dallas, 19 June 1937; (DAL378 ) ARC71267 OJL17
Says I hate like the devil : to declare war in my happy homeArnold, Kokomo; Big Leg Mama; Chicago, 11 Sept. 1935; (90314A) De7116 Say SDR163
It's war in Ethiopia : and mama's feeling blue Wallace, Minnie; The Cockeyed World; Jackson, Miss., 12 Oct. 1935; (JAX1132) Vo03106 Rt RL321
It's war in Ethiopia : and my man won't behave Wallace, Minnie; The Cockeyed World; Jackson, Miss., 12 Oct. 1935; (JAX1132) Vo03106 Rt RL321
It's war in Ethiopia : baby please please behave Wallace, Minnie; The Cockeyed World; Jackson, Miss., 12 Oct. 1935; (JAX1132) Vo03106 Rt RL321
I was standing there wondering : if my woman was in this townBlind Norris; Sundown Blues; Chicago, 18 Feb. 1937; (61850A) De7290 BC6
And my man was in need of begging : he was in hard luck that very dayBogan, Lucille; Skin Game Blues; New York, 8 Mar. 1935; (170141) Ba33448 Rt RL317
And my man was in need of begging : he was in hard luck that very dayBogan, Lucille; Skin Game Blues; New York, 8 Mar. 1935; (170141) Ba33448 Rt RL317
Some was in the corner : praying to their God Brown, Hi Henry; Titanic Blues; New York, 14 Mar. 1932; (11476A) Vo1728 Yz L1030
Now ??? : was in the stand Cannon, Gus; Feather Bed; Memphis, 9 Sept. 1928; (470022) ViV38515 Fwy FA2953
I stuck my head over the transom : another mule was in my stallCole, Kid; Niagara Fall Blues; Chicago, c. June 1928; (C19981) Vo1187 Rt RL313
It was in the year of nineteen thirtyfive : on the twentysixth day of MayDavis, Walter; The Only Woman; Chicago, 21 Mar. 1941; (0539751) BBB8773 RCA INT1085
Says I was in a place : that I did not want to be Gillum, Bill Jazz; Keyhole Blues; Chicago, 17 May 1939; (034813 ) BBB8221 RCA INT1177
When I was in trouble : with my hands and feet both tiedGillum, Bill Jazz; Me and My Buddy; Chicago, 4 July 1941; (064742 ) BBB8872 RCA INT1177
When I was in trouble : had my ups and downs Gillum, Bill Jazz; It's All Over Now; Chicago, 5 Dec. 1941; (070440 ) BBB8975 RCA INT1177
It was in the loving kitchen : where they made the plotJackson, Papa Charlie; Coffee Pot Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1925; (10043?) Pm12264 Yz L1029
I went out last night I got drunk : I was in whiskey up to my headJohnson, Alec; Next Week Sometime; Atlanta, 2 Nov. 1928; (1473822) Co14416D CC3
When I was in Missouri : would not let me be Lewis, Furry; I Will Turn Your Money Green; Memphis, 28 Aug. 1928; (454252) ViV38506 Yz L1008
When I was in Houston : drunk most every day Miller, Lillian; Dead Drunk Blues; Richmond, Ind., c. 3 May 1928; (13718A) Ge6518 OJL6
And I walked up on a stranger : I told him I was in so much miseryMontgomery, Eurreal Little Brother; West Texas Blues; New Orleans, 16 Oct. 1936; (026511) BBB7178 CC35
When the trial was in Belzoni : it ain't no use to screaming and cryPatton, Charley; High Sheriff Blues; New York, 30 Jan. 1934; (147252) Vo02680 Yz L1020
When I was in prison : it ain't no use to scream and cryPatton, Charley; High Sheriff Blues; New York, 30 Jan. 1934; (147252) Vo02680 Yz L1020
I had that mean old feeling : I was in the wrong man's townRainey, Ma Gertrude; Walking Blues; Chicago, Dec. 1923; (16132) Pm12082 BYG529.078
In the same hole : that I once was in Spivey, Victoria; I'll Never Fall in Love Again; Chicago, 7 July 1936; (90789A) De7203 Spi LP2001
It was in New York City workhouse : *so they called big Sam for days*Welsh, Nolan; Dying Pickpocket Blues; Chicago, c. Jan. 1929; (210983) Pm12759 Yz L1028
It was in a dirty ditch there : where the dying pickpocket layWelsh, Nolan; Dying Pickpocket Blues; Chicago, c. Jan. 1929; (210983) Pm12759 Yz L1028
Now little mama : it was in the ice and snow Wheatstraw, Peetie; Ice and Snow Blues; Chicago, 28 Sept. 1931; (675671) BBB5626 BC4
She put a block and tackle on me last night : when she was in my armsWheatstraw, Peetie; Block and Tackle; Chicago, 9 Apr. 1936; (C13542) Vo03348 Say SDR192
And hard luck was in my family : oh well well and it's rolling down on meWheatstraw, Peetie; Road Tramp Blues; New York, 1 Apr. 1938; (63540B) De7589 BC4
Well that night I didn't have but fifty cents : I was in Jackson whooping with them women and Williamson, Sonny Boy; Joe Louis and John Henry; Chicago, 21 July 1939; (040535 ) BBB8403 BC3
Was in the spring : one summer day Evans, Joe; Sitting on Top of the World; New York, 21 May 1931; (106591) Ba32211 His HLP8002
Was in the spring : one summer day Vincson, Walter; Sitting on Top of the World; Shreveport, La., 17 Feb. 1930; (403805B) OK8784 Mam S3804
What they was doing : wasn't in the book Carr, Leroy; Papa Wants to Knock a Jug; Chicago, c. 20 Jan. 1931; (C7223A) Vo1651 Yz L1036
I'm going to the country : put my watch in pawn Carr, Leroy; New How Long How Long BluesPart 2; Chicago, c. 20 Jan. 1931; (C7221A) Vo1585 RBF RF202
They'll take water in Texarkana : and for Ashtown they'll keep on throughBlack Ivory King (Dave Alexander); The Flying Crow; Chicago, 15 Feb. 1937; (61795A) De7307 BC5
Wasn't a drop of water in the pond : awhen he got backSpivey, Victoria; The Alligator Pond Went Dry; St. Louis, 27 Apr. 1927; (80769B) OK8481 Spi LP2001
I love you baby : the best way in my life Stokes, Frank; Shiney Town Blues; Memphis, 25 Sept. 1929; (555911) ViV38589 RBF RF202
Way in the night : I could hear her cry Covington, Blind Bogus Ben; It's a Fight Like That; Chicago, c. 9 Oct. 1928; (C4630 ) Br7121 Rt RL325
I just weep in my ??? : across my head Sylvester, Hannah; I Want My Sweet Daddy; New York, c. 21 Sept. 1923; (70329) Pat032007 VJM VLP40
I once grieved so hard : until I wake up weeping in my sleepDoyle, Little Buddy; Grief Will Kill You; Memphis, 1 July 1939; (MEM181) Vo05111 Rt RL319;
I wouldn't mistreat you baby : for my weight in goldHouse, Son; My Black MamaPart 1; Grafton, Wis., 28 May 1930; (L4082) Pm13042 OJL2
I wouldn't mistreat you : baby for my weight in goldPatton, Charley; Screamin' and Hollerin' Blues; Richmond, Ind., 14 June 1929; (15214) Pm12805 Yz L1020
Well there ain't no other one woman : ooo well well in this world can take her placeWheatstraw, Peetie; First and Last Blues; Chicago, 13 Feb. 1936; (C12572) Vo03185 Say SDR191
Well well and I bet my fifty cents on Joe : ooo well in no time I won my fifty cents back againWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Joe Louis and John Henry; Chicago, 21 July 1939; (040535 ) BBB8403 BC3
I went in the water : walked through ice and snow Rainey, Ma Gertrude; Bessemer Bound Blues; New York, Jan. 1926; (23732) Pm12374 Mil MLP2001
Went in to eat my breakfast : and the blues all in my breadJefferson, Blind Lemon; Got the Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1926; (24711) Pm12354 Bio BLP12000
When you were in your prime : you loved to run aroundSmith, Bessie; You've Been a Good Old Wagon; New York, 14 Jan. 1925; (1402511) Co14079D Co CL855
I said look ahere mama : what in the world are you trying to doAkers, Garfield; Cottonfield BluesPart 1; Memphis, c. 23 Sept. 1929; (M201 ) Vo1442 OJL2
I wonder what in the world : is the Mexican going to doAlexander, Texas; Section Gang Blues; New York, 12 Aug. 1927; (81224B) OK8498 Rt RL312
Sometime I wonder : what in the hell is that Alexander, Texas; The Risin' Sun; New York, 15 Nov. 1928; (401331A) OK8673 Sw S1276
Brownskin mama : what in the world you want me to doBlake, Blind; Brownskin Mama Blues; Chicago, c. Oct. 1927; (201062) Pm126062 Bio BLP12003
Woman woman woman woman : Lord what in the world you trying to doBracey, Ishman; Woman Woman Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Mar. 1930; (L2392) Pm12970 OJL2
Sometimes I begin to wonder : what in the world is going on wrongCarr, Leroy; Barrel House Woman No. 2; New York, 15 Aug. 1934; (156332) Vo02820 Yz L1019
Lord if that woman left and quit me *now* : what in the world that I would doDay, Will; Central Avenue Blues; New Orleans, 25 Apr. 1928; (1461862) Co14318D Yz L1010
Then if you don't reach that nineteen fortyone : ooh babe what in the world you going to doEstes, Sleepy John; Working Man Blues; Chicago, 24 Sept. 1941; (0649261) BBB8950 RBF RF8
They don't care nothing : about what in the world they doEvans, Joe; Down in Black Bottom; New York, 21 May 1931; (106641) Or8083 Yz L1015
I just can't see : what in the world is you waiting onJefferson, Blind Lemon; Change My Luck Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203872) Pm12639 Mil MLP2007
I hardly know what in this world baby : a good man can doJefferson, Blind Lemon; How Long How Long; Chicago, c. July 1928; (207881) Pm12685 Bio BLP12015
Just want to ask my baby : what in the world is she been doingJefferson, Blind Lemon; Long Distance Moan; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15670A) Pm12852 Mil MLP2013
Well I wonder what in the world : we children going to doJohnson, Robert; They're Red Hot; San Antonio, 27 Nov. 1936; (SA26271) ARC70757 Co C30034
Oh Roberta : what in the world you mean Ledbetter, Huddie; RobertaPart 2; New York, 23 Jan. 1935; (16684 ) ARC unissued Co C30035
Please Alberta please Alberta : tell me what in the world you meanLedbetter, Huddie; Alberta; New York, 23 Jan. 1935; (16692 ) ARC unissued Co C30035
People all hollering : about what in the world they will doLewis, Furry; Judge Harsh Blues; Memphis, 28 Aug. 1928; (454332) ViV38506 Yz L1008
I say jake leg jake leg jake leg : tell me what in the world you going to doLofton, Willie; Jake Leg Blues; Chicago, 24 Aug. 1934; (C9386A) De7076 Rt RL314
Mmm mama mama mama mama mama Lord children keep on crying : wonder what in the world Lofton, Willie; Jake Leg Blues; Chicago, 24 Aug. 1934; (C9386A) De7076 Rt RL314
Black Minnie Black Minnie : what in the world are you trying to doMcClennan, Tommy; Black Minnie; Chicago, 12 Dec. 1940; (0537421) BBB8704 Rt RL305
I hurried to the neighbors that morning : I didn't know what in the world to doMemphis Minnie; Meningitis Blues; Memphis, 26 May 1930; (59994 ) Vi23421 Rt RL337
Lord I had such a mood that morning : I didn't know what in the world to doMemphis Minnie; Memphis MinnieJitis Blues; Chicago, c. early June 1930; (C5822 ) Vo1588 BC13
I got the Nehi blues mama : don't know what in the world to doStokes, Frank; Nehi Mama Blues; Memphis, 27 Aug. 1928; (454212) Vi21738 Rt RL308
I just sitting here thinking : what in the world has become of youTemple, Johnnie; So Lonely and Blue; Chicago, 14 May 1937; (91247A) De7337 RBF RF16
I'm wondering : what in the world baby has done become of youTemple, Johnnie; So Lonely and Blue; Chicago, 14 May 1937; (91247A) De7337 RBF RF16
It you home in Florida : what in the world you doing up hereThompson, Edward; Florida Bound; New York, c. 23 Oct. 1929; (GEX2412) Pm12873 Yz L1006
I've got blood in my eyes for you baby : I don't care what in this world you doVincson, Walter (Mississippi Sheiks); I've Got Blood in My Eyes for You; Atlanta, 25 Oct. 1931; (4050231) Co14660D Mam S3804
Yes I got your woman : so what in the world are you going to doWashboard Sam; Yes I Got Your Woman; Chicago, 5 Aug. 1940; (049374 ) BBB8599 RBF RF16
I got these blues so bad : don't know what in the world to doWashington, Louis; Tallahassee Woman; New York, 18 Jan. 1934; (146371) Ba33105 Fly LP103
What in the world : makes me feel so blue Oden, Jimmy; Sitting Down Thinking Blues; Richmond, Ind., 22 Sept. 1932; (18796) Ch16540 Riv RM8819
Women all raving : about Peetie Wheatstraw in this landWheatstraw, Peetie; Peetie Wheatstraw Stomp; Chicago, 26 Mar. 1937; (91152A) De7292 BC4
I was wondering : where in the world my man done goneFlorence, Nellie ; Midnight Weeping Blues; Atlanta, 21 Apr. 1928; (1461752) Co14342D OJL6
Lord I sitting here wondering : where in the world can a good man goJones, Bo; Back Door Blues; Dallas, c. Nov. 1929; (DAL460 ) Vo1452 Rt RL327
Boy friend boy friend : where in the world can you beMemphis Minnie; Boy Friend Blues; Chicago, 27 June 1940; (WC3168A) OK05670 BC1
I am the wolf that everybody been trying to find out : where in the world I prowlSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Howling Wolf BluesNo. 1; Chicago, 19 Sept. 1930; (C6404A) Vo1558 Yz L1031
I'm crying oh : where in the world my black snake goneWashington, Louis; Black Snake Blues; New York, 24 Jan. 1934; (146761) Ba33058 Rt RL313
I rubbed my hands over your head : and whispered in your earCox, Ida; Coffin Blues; Chicago, Sept. 1925; (22931) Pm12318 BYG529073
You're a mean mama : whispering in your ear Coleman, Jaybird; Save Your MoneyLet These Women Go; Birmingham, Ala., c. 11 Aug. 1927; (GEX802B) BP8052 Rt RL313
Said hear me mama : who in the world been telling youFuller, Blind Boy; Somebody's Been Talkin'; New York, 6 Mar. 1940; (26599A) Vo05527 Rt RL318
I stuck my head out the window : man and hollered who in the world is thatHawkins, Walter Buddy Boy; How Come Mama Blues; Richmond, Ind., 14 June 1929; (15213) Pm12802 Yz L1010
Now who in the *ham* : *and the confoundation* Jackson, Papa Charlie; Salty Dog Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1924; (1893?) Pm12236 Yz L1029
I don't love nobody : whole in this round world but youBailey, Kid; Rowdy Blues; Memphis, c. 25 Sept. 1929; (M211) Br7114 OJL5
Somebody yelled : said look who's in town Blake, Blind; Diddie Wa Diddie; Richmond, Ind., 17 Aug. 1929; (15459A) Pm12888 Mel MLP7324
I saw the deacon look around : sister why in the world don't you hushStokes, Frank; Mr. Crump Don't Like It; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200451) Pm12552 OJL21;
Now my woman she got ways : just like a wildcat in the woodsArnold, Kokomo; Bad Luck Blues; New York, 12 May 1938; (63753A) De7540 CC25
I grabbed the wildcat in the collar : and asked the tiger what he had to sayJackson, Papa Charlie; Jungle Man Blues; Chicago, c. Dec. 1928; (210452) Pm12721 Bio BLP12042
Now call William in the office : want to see you aloneEstes, Sleepy John; Easin' Back to Tennessee; New York, 22 Apr. 1938; (63649A) De7516 Sw S1220
I'm going to keep on winding : because I'm the best old winder in townWashboard Sam; Levee Camp Blues; Chicago, 26 June 1941; (0644811) BBB8909 BC10
Well well when you see *lindy women* : I want you to throw your wives in the vanEstes, Sleepy John; Poor Man's Friend; New York, 3 Aug. 1935; (62480A) De7442 RBF RF11
Seem like I can hear : my good gal's voice in the airStevens, Vol; Stonewall Blues; Memphis, 29 May 1930; (62542 ) BBB5675 BC2
Lord I got a woman in Bugaloo waiting : man I can't lose no timeBig Bill (Broonzy); Mr. Conductor Man; Richmond, Ind., 9 Feb. 1932; (18392) Ch16426 Yz L1035
You ain't the onliest woman in Cincinnati : got such a loving jellyrollCole, Kid; Niagara Fall Blues; Chicago, c. June 1928; (C19981) Vo1187 Rt RL313
The only woman in the world that I ever loved : she's gone she's goneDavis, Walter; The Only Woman; Chicago, 21 Mar. 1941; (0539751) BBB8773 RCA INT1085
I have a woman in Brownsville : and she *doing the coochiecoo*Estes, Sleepy John; BrokenHearted, Ragged and Dirty Too; Memphis, 26 Sept. 1929; (555313) ViV38582 Rt RL307
Mmm : my woman in trouble now Hawkins, Walter Buddy Boy; Jailhouse Fire Blues; Chicago, c. Apr. 1927; (44192) Pm12489 Rt RL319
I got a woman in Dallas : got one in San Antone tooJones, Little Hat; New Two Sixteen Blues; San Antonio, 15 June 1929; (402647A) OK8712 His HLP32
I got a woman in San Antone : I declare that is sweet to meJones, Little Hat; Cherry Street Blues; San Antonio, 14 June 1930; (404300A) OK8829 Yz L1032
I got a woman in Cuba : got a woman in Spain Lewis, Furry; Mistreatin' Mama; Memphis, 28 Aug. 1928; (454282) ViV38519 Rt RL323
I got a woman in Cuba : got a woman in Spain Lewis, Furry; Mistreatin' Mama; Memphis, 28 Aug. 1928; (454282) ViV38519 Rt RL323
I got a woman in Chicago : I'm scared to call her nameLewis, Furry; Mistreatin' Mama; Memphis, 28 Aug. 1928; (454282) ViV38519 Rt RL323
I don't think : no woman in this whole round world do rightMcCoy, Charlie; Last Time Blues; Memphis, c. 22 Sept. 1929; (M176 ) Br7141 Yz L1001
I really don't believe : no woman in the whole round world do rightMcTell, Blind Willie; Searching the Desert for the Blues; Atlanta, 22 Feb. 1932; (716061) Vi23353 RCA LPV518
I met a woman in West Texas : she had been left by herself all aloneMoore, Whistlin' Alex; West Texas Woman; Dallas, 5 Dec. 1929; (1495312) Co14496D His HLP32
I've got a woman in ??? : so you can find you another manOden, Jimmy; I Have Made Up My Mind; Richmond, Ind., 22 Sept. 1932; (18795) Ch16540 Riv RM8819
The little woman in the cellar : the boss upstairsPetties, Arthur; Out on Santa FeBlues; Memphis, 14 Feb. 1928; (419072) Vi21282 Rt RL314
Only woman in Mary Anna : done got a mortgage on my soulShade, Will; Mary Anna Cut Off; Chicago, 6 Nov. 1934; (C7802) OK8960 Jo SM3104
I'm as good : as any woman in your town Smith, Bessie; Young Woman's Blues; New York, 26 Oct. 1926; (1428783) Co14179D Co CL857
I don't believe a word she said : she's the lyingest woman in townSmith, Bessie; Do Your Duty; New York, 24 Nov. 1933; (1525772) OK8945 Co CL856
I'm going to throw my poison : on every pretty woman in townWilliams, Joe; Crawlin' King Snake; Chicago, 27 Mar. 1941; (0539892) BBB8738 RCA INT1087
Now you can't be mine : every womans in St Louis tooSmith, Bessie Mae; St. Louis Daddy; Grafton, Wis., c. Dec. 1929; (L78?) Pm12922 OJL20
Then these squabbling women in Greenville : will stop squabbling over meBarefoot Bill; Squabblin' Blues; Atlanta, 20 Apr. 1930; (1503032) Co14526D OJL14
I'm got two women in the country : I'm got two women stays in townBatts, Will; Country Woman; New York, 1 Aug. 1933; (137181) Vo02531 Rt RL329
I ain't never loved : but a thousand women in my lifeFuller, Blind Boy; Thousand Women Blues; Chicago, 19 June 1940; (WC3142A) OK05657 RBF RF202
Tell my wild women in California : where I so long to beHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); California Blues; Atlanta, 18 Apr. 1929; (1483582) Co14573D CC36
The women in Chicago : trying to jive me around Hollins, Tony; Stamp Blues; Chicago, 3 June 1941; (C38431) OK06351 BC5
These women in Chicago : they like their fashions and formsJefferson, Blind Lemon; Teddy Bear Blues; Chicago, c. June 1927; (45672) Pm12487 Mil MLP2007
After all the good women in this world : why did I have to fall in love with youJohnson, Lonnie; I'm Nuts Over You; Chicago, 8 Nov. 1937; (91346A) De7397 Sw S1225
Oh the women in the levee : *Charlie because it's most* paydayLedbetter, Huddie; Honey, I'm All Out and Down; New York, 23 Jan. 1935; (166882) Ba33359 Rt RL315
The women in Louisiana Lord : doing the eagle rockLedbetter, Huddie; Kansas City Papa; New York, 24 Jan. 1935; (166971) ARC unissued Bio BLP12013
Because these women in Third Alley : won't let my rider aloneSmith, Ivy; Third Alley Blues; Chicago, c. Jan. 1927; (40941) Pm12447 His HLP2
And the women in Kokomo baby : they drinking liquor from real *costly* barSpruell, Freddie; Mr. Freddie's Kokomo Blues; Chicago, 12 Apr. 1935; (85786 ) BBB5995 Mam S3802
Women in Dallas Texas : is about to make me lose my mindJefferson, Blind Lemon; Long Distance Moan; Richmond, Ind., 24 Sept. 1929; (15670A) Pm12852 Mil MLP2013
Women in Kansas City Lord : doing the turkey trot Ledbetter, Huddie; Kansas City Papa; New York, 24 Jan. 1935; (166971) ARC unissued Bio BLP12013
Women in Shreveport son : going to be the death of youLedbetter, Huddie; Mr. Hughe's Town; New York, 5 Feb. 1935; (16808 ) ARC unissued Co C30035
Women in Shreveport kill me : why don't you let me goLedbetter, Huddie; Mr. Hughe's Town; New York, 5 Feb. 1935; (16808 ) ARC unissued Co C30035
Women in Cairo : will treat you [nice and] kind of strangeSpaulding, Henry; Cairo Blues; Chicago, c. 6 May 1929; (C3449 ) Br7085 Yz L1003
You womens in Atlanta : treat your men like your dogHicks, Robert (Barbecue Bob); She's Gone Blues; Atlanta, 26 Oct. 1928; (1473061) Co14461D RBF RF15
I've got womens in Vicksburg : clean on into TennesseeJohnson, Robert; Traveling Riverside Blues; Dallas, 20 June 1937; (DAL4002) ARC unissued Co CL1654
I ain't never loved : but four womens in my life Lewis, Noah (Gus Cannon); Pretty Mama Blues; Memphis, 3 Oct. 1929; (563422) ViV38585 RCA INT1175
Says there's womens in the camp : don't mean no man no goodLewis, Noah (Gus Cannon); New Minglewood Blues; Memphis, 26 Nov. 1930; (647372) Vi23266 OJL4
You know the womens in the alley : they are playing cooncanRamey, Ben (Memphis Jug Band); I Can't Stand It; Memphis, 17 Sept. 1929; (555291) ViV38551 Rt RL322
I ain't never loved : but three womens in my life Thomas, Ramblin' (Willard Thomas); Back Gnawing Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203442) Pm12609 Bio BLP12004
Womens in Alabama : going to let my hambone spoil Bell, Ed; Ham Bone Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (48173) Pm12524 OJL14
Get the wood in the stove : and the match in your handHowell, Peg Leg; Coal Man Blues; Atlanta, 8 Nov. 1926; (1431162) Co14194D RBF RF202
I can't work in the daytime : I can't sleep a wink at nightCarr, Leroy; Longing for My Sugar; New York, 17 Dec. 1934; (164341) Vo02875 Yz L1036
I hung around Grossbeck : I work in hard showers of rainJefferson, Blind Lemon; Blind Lemon's Penitentiary Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203632) Pm12666 Mil MLP2013
Every Saturday : go to work in a doggone place Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Saturday Night Spender Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1929; (212012) Pm12771 Rt RL335
While I work in your orchard : and giving you every centJefferson, Blind Lemon; Peach Orchard Mama; Chicago, c. Aug. 1929; (214002) Pm12801 Riv RLP12125
I'll get a job in the coal yard : work in the rain and snowJohnson, Lonnie; Baby Please Don't Leave Me No More; New York, 11 June 1929; (402441A) OK8754 CC30
We goes to work in the morning : just the dawn of dayWhite, Washington; Parchman Farm Blues; Chicago, 7 Mar. 1940; (WC2981A) OK05683 Co C30036
Well you want Joe Williams to work in your orchard : well and I'll keep your orchard cleanWilliams, Joe; Peach Orchard Mama; Chicago, 27 Mar. 1941; (0539911) BBB8774 RCA INT1087
Says I worked in a leveecamp : just about a month agoWashboard Sam; Levee Camp Blues; Chicago, 26 June 1941; (0644811) BBB8909 BC10
Yeah I'm going down there and get me a job : working in Mr Ford's placeCampbell, Bob; Starvation Farm Blues; New York, 1 Aug. 1934; (155032) Vo02798 Fly LP103
I'm a poor black prisoner : working in the ice and snowThomas, Ramblin' (Willard Thomas); No Job Blues; Chicago, c. Feb. 1928; (203432) Pm12609 Bio BLP12004
Everybody's working in this town : and it's worrying me night and dayWeldon, Will (Casey Bill); W. P. A. Blues; Chicago, 12 Feb. 1936; (C12561) Vo03186 BC7
Well you got me working in your orchard : ooo well well and bring you every centWilliams, Joe; Peach Orchard Mama; Chicago, 27 Mar. 1941; (0539911) BBB8774 RCA INT1087
Whilst I'm working in your orchard : keeping your orchard freeWilliams, Joe; Peach Orchard Mama; Aurora, Ill., 17 June 1938; (0208551) BBB7770 RCA INT1175
Whilst ??? Sonny Boy working in your orchard : giving you every centWilliams, Joe; Peach Orchard Mama; Aurora, Ill., 17 June 1938; (0208551) BBB7770 RCA INT1175
Working in the spring : *sleeping in the sand* Jefferson, Blind Lemon; Beggin' Back; Chicago, c. Aug. 1926; (30164) Pm12394 Bio BLP12000
Working in the steel mills baby : handling Smith, Six Cylinder; Pennsylvania Woman Blues; Grafton, Wis., c. Mar. 1930; (L2142) Pm12968 Yz L1004
Now I got a gal : works in the yard Jackson, Papa Charlie; Drop that Sack; Chicago, c. May 1925; (21451) Pm12289 Yz L1029
Now I got a girl : she works in the white folk's yardJordan, Luke; Cocaine Blues; Charlotte, N.C., 16 Aug. 1927; (398212) Vi21076 Rt RL326
I've got the world in a jug : the stopper's in my handSmith, Bessie; Down Hearted Blues; New York, 16 Feb. 1923; (808635) CoA3844 Co CL855
I woke up this morning : worried in my mind Blake, Blind; Blake's Worried Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1926; (30602) Pm12442 Bio BLP12023
I'm worried today : Lord and I'm worried in mind Owens, Big Boy George; Kentucky Blues; Richmond, Ind., Oct. 1926; (12571) Ge6006 Yz L1018
I'm dreary in mind : and I'm so worried in heart Smith, Bessie; Shipwreck Blues; New York, 11 June 1931; (1515973) Co14663D Co CL858
Didn't have no blues : but I was all worried in mindWheatstraw, Peetie; Doin' the Best I Can; Chicago, 11 Sept. 1934; (C9443?) De7007 Say SDR191
I'm feeling worried in mind : and I'm trying to keep from cryingWhite, Washington; Sleepy Man Blues; Chicago, 7 Mar. 1940; (WC2980A) OK05743 Co C30036
Doctor said she do me more good in a day : than he would in all of his daysWhite, Washington; High Fever Blues; Chicago, 8 Mar. 1940; (WC2987A) Vo05489 Co C30036
I'll serve ninetynine years in jail : most any dayBogan, Lucille; Black Angel Blues; Chicago, c. mid Dec. 1930; (C6847A) Br7186 His HLP15
Thirty days seem like years in the jailhouse : where there is no boozePatton, Charley; Tom Rushen Blues; Richmond, Ind., 14 June 1929; (15222A) Pm12877 Yz L1020
Thirty days seem like years in a jailhouse : where there is no boozePatton, Charley; High Sheriff Blues; New York, 30 Jan. 1934; (147252) Vo02680 Yz L1020
I don't want : to spend no ninetyninety years in jailSmith, Bessie; Send Me to the 'Lectric Chair; New York, 3 Mar. 1927; (1435762) Co14209D Co CL858
I got a brown yonder in Dallas : I's afraid to call her nameJefferson, Blind Lemon; Dry Southern Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1926; (24751) Pm12347 Bio BLP12000
You mess around here pretty mama : I'm going to take you inArnold, Kokomo; Old Original Kokomo Blues; Chicago, 10 Sept. 1934; (C9429B) De7026 BC4
When you in my presence : mama you giggles and laughsBarefoot Bill; Snigglin' Blues; Atlanta, 4 Nov. 1929; (1493532) Co14510D Yz L1006
When they get you in jail : with your back turned to the wallBarefoot Bill; Bad Boy; Atlanta, 20 Apr. 1930; (1503062) Co14526D CC3
Lonesome for you in my heart : way down in my ???eeBell, Anna; Hopeless Blues; Long Island City, c. Sept. 1928; (171A) QRSR7007 His HLP21
I work for you in the winter : I work for you in the ice and snowBlack Boy Shine (Harold Holiday); Sugarland Blues; San Antonio, 20 Nov. 1936; (SA25511) Vo03417 BC7
I work for you in the winter : I work for you in the ice and snowBlack Boy Shine (Harold Holiday); Sugarland Blues; San Antonio, 20 Nov. 1936; (SA25511) Vo03417 BC7
I fed you when you were hungry : took you in when you was outdoorsCarr, Leroy; What More Can I Do; Chicago, c. 20 Jan. 1931; (C7222A) Vo1651 Yz L1036
You don't need no man baby : don't know you in the dark when he feelChatman, Bo; Old Devil; San Antonio, 22 Oct. 1938; (0278781) BBB8093 Yz L1007
Now baby I'm going to make you this promise : I make our home happy for you in every wayDoyle, Little Buddy; Renewed Love Blues; Memphis, 14 July 1939; (MEM1521) OK05771 Rt RL329
Feed you in the day : go out with some man at nightEstes, Sleepy John; New Someday Blues; New York, 22 Apr. 1938; (63652A) De7473 RBF RF8
She will put you in jail : six feet in the ground Fuller, Blind Boy; Crooked Woman Blues; New York, 7 Mar. 1940; (26619A) Vo05527 Rt RL318
I took you in babe : right off the block Green, Lil; What Have I Done; Chicago, 9 May 1940; (0449761) BBB8524 RCA LPV574
I fell for your jiving : I took you in Green, Lil; Why Don't You Do Right; Chicago, 23 Apr. 1941; (0641301) BBB8714 RCA LPV574
Because you in there with your new love : drinking your ginGreen, Lil; I'm Wasting My Time on You; Chicago, 21 Jan. 1942; (0708031) BBB9010 RCA LPV574
Lord I'm a stranger [to you, in here] brownskin : mama I just blowed in your townHawkins, Walter Buddy Boy; Awful Fix Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200341) Pm12539 Yz L1004
So if that one happen to quit you : it won't leave you in a awful fixHawkins, Walter Buddy Boy; Awful Fix Blues; Chicago, c. Sept. 1927; (200341) Pm12539 Yz L1004
I don't want to brag : just want to put you in lineJackson, Papa Charlie; Your Baby Ain't Sweet Like Mine; Chicago, c. Aug. 1926; (26134) Pm12383 Yz L1029
And if you refuse : they'll read about you in a short little whileJohnson, Lonnie; Racketeers Blues; New York, 12 Aug. 1932; (1522602) OK8946 CC30
So if she have not quit you boy : won't leave you in tough luckLewis, Furry; Dry Land Blues; Memphis, 28 Aug. 1928; (454291) Vi23345 Yz L1021
Daddy I'll drop you in my garage : and that's no doubtListon, Virginia; RollsRoyce Papa; New York, 29 May 1926; ( ) Vo1032 His HLP1
Yes I'm leaving you in the morning : leaving on that streamline trainLofton, Cripple Clarence; Streamline Train; probably Chicago, c. 1936 1938; ( ) private record Yz L1025
Baby I'm leaving you in the morning : leaving on that streamline trainLofton, Cripple Clarence; Streamline Train; probably Chicago, c. 1936 1938; ( ) private record Yz L1025
Every time I hear somebody speaking about you : I will beat you in the *B W O L*McClennan, Tommy; Mozelle Blues; Chicago, 20 Feb. 1942; (074100 ) BBB9015 Rt RL314
What you going to do : when they put you in jail againMcCoy, Joe; What You Gonna Do; Chicago, 2 July 1936; (90782A) De7205 AH77
Wicked daddy : now I'm going to put you in your graveMack, Alura; Wicked Daddy Blues; Richmond, Ind., 1 Mar. 1929; (14848) Ge6797 His HLP4
No man wanted you : no one took you in McTell, Blind Willie; Cold Winter Day; Chicago, 25 Apr. 1935; (C9956A) De7810 Yz L1037
I told you in my days : things I do McTell, Blind Willie; Your Time to Worry; Chicago, 25 Apr. 1935; (C9957A) De7117 Rt RL324
Think about the condition you in now : you never will get her back home alive againMemphis Minnie; Memphis MinnieJitis Blues; Chicago, c. early June 1930; (C5822 ) Vo1588 BC13
I have made up my mind : to explain to you in every wayOden, Jimmy; I Have Made Up My Mind; Richmond, Ind., 22 Sept. 1932; (18795) Ch16540 Riv RM8819
She don't need no telling : daddy will take you in his carPatton, Charley; Revenue Man Blues; New York, 31 Jan. 1934; (14747 ) Vo02931 Yz L1020
He'll stay with you in the winter : whilst your money is longRainey, Ma Gertrude; Trust No Man; Chicago, c. Aug. 1926; (26311) Pm12395 Jo SM3098
She say you in hard luck Bessie : doggone your badluck soulSmith, Bessie; Baby Doll; New York, 4 May 1926; (1421472) Co14147D Co CL857
When one don't want you : the other one will take you inSmith, Clara; Texas Moaner Blues; New York, 19 Aug. 1924; (819321) Co14034D VJM VLP17
Now what's the meaning of all this here liquor : call the wagon because I'm going to run you inSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Tell It to the Judge No. 1; Chicago, c. 28 Jan. 1931; (C7238A) MeM12117 Yz L1031
I shake all of your ashes : then shovel you in some brand new coalSmith, J. T. Funny Paper; Hoppin' Toad Frog; Chicago, c. Apr. 1931; (VO166A) Vo1655 Yz L1031
If you feel like : your good gal just quit you in the *long*Stokes, Frank; Hunting Blues; Chicago, c. Mar. 1929; (212341) Pm12774 Rt RL333
If you bother me about that woman : I'm going to put you in your graveWashboard Sam; Yes I Got Your Woman; Chicago, 5 Aug. 1940; (049374 ) BBB8599 RBF RF16
And if I just had you in my arms : them blues would blow awayWashboard Sam; I Get the Blues at Bedtime; Chicago, 31 July 1942; (0746871) BB340710 RCA LPV577
May bad luck overtake you : pile up on you in a heapWheatstraw, Peetie; False Hearted Woman; Chicago, 26 Oct. 1936; (90963A) De7243 Say SDR192
If I don't meet you in heaven : you know I'll meet you in hellWilber, Bill (Joe Wilbur McCoy); My Babe My Babe; Chicago, 22 July 1935; (90198A) Ch50053 OJL8
If I don't meet you in heaven : you know I'll meet you in hellWilber, Bill (Joe Wilbur McCoy); My Babe My Babe; Chicago, 22 July 1935; (90198A) Ch50053 OJL8
When you don't play the dozens : they will ease you inWilkins, Robert; Old Jim Canan's; Jackson, Miss., 12 Oct. 1935; (JAX117 ) Vo unissued Yz L1018
I can't never come to see you in the evening : now I have to come to see you when I canWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Early in the Morning; Aurora, Ill., 11 Nov. 1937; (016524 ) BBB7302 RCA INT1175
I want to hold you in my arms : baby and I want you to hug me tightWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Honey Bee Blues; Aurora, Ill., 17 June 1938; (0208421) BBB7707 RCA INT1088
You just my little girl : and I love to hold you in my armsWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Little Girl Blues; Aurora, Ill., 17 Dec. 1938; (0308521) BBB8010 RCA INT1088
Now I love you so much : baby I'd like to hold you in my armsWilliamson, Sonny Boy; Big Apple Blues; Chicago, 4 Apr. 1941; (064020 ) BBB8766 BC20
You in my potato field : three or four times a weekJohnson, Lil; You'll Never Miss Your Jelly Till Your Jelly Rollers Gone; Chicago, 23 Apr. 1929; (C3356 ) Vo1299 His HLP2
You in good health now baby : and good and strong Smith, J. T. Funny Paper; Before Long; Chicago, c. Apr. 1931; (VO170A) Vo1674 Rt RL312
You going to keep on monkeying around here *pin boy* : you going to get your ??? in a fixJohnson, Robert; Sweet Home Chicago; San Antonio, 23 Nov. 1936; (SA2582 ) Vo03601 OJL17
Oh she get all of your money : then look what a hole you're inJones, Little Hat; Rolled From Side to Side Blues; San Antonio, 21 June 1929; (402698A) OK8794 Yz L1010
You're in that coach : I'm going to stay there in itWiggins, James Boodle It; Frisco Bound Blues; Richmond, Ind., 12 Oct. 1929; (15769A) Pm12860 OJL15
Be on your way : you got yourself in wrong Martin, Daisy; What You Was You Used to Be; New York, c. late July 1923; (52381) Ba1262 VJM VLP40
When you's in trouble : I worked and paid your fineLewis, Noah (Gus Cannon); Going to Germany; Memphis, 1 Oct. 1929; (563182) ViV38585 OJL4
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