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Arthur Miller, (Playwright) once said, in a lecture to young writers, “We are all doomed to learn what it is we are writing about”. That point of view could be extended to performers such as Lightnin’ Hopkins. It is dangerous, and the mark of possessiveness rather than love, to attempt to change anything you take pleasure in, simply to make it conform to your own image of things. If it cannot be admired for what it is, it should be left alone. All that would result if Lightnin’ were to believe what is written about him would be half spontaneous performer, half would-be intellectual, no good to anyone.
In his own way, and on his own terms – whatever those may be – Lightnin’ Hopkins is a powerful performer. Listening to the ten magnificent blues performances collected here can be a deeply moving experience.
2. You Better Watch Yourself
3. Mean Old Frisco
4. Shinin’ Moon
5. Come Back Baby
2. The Walkin’ Blues
3. Back To New Orleans
4. Katie Mae
5. Down There Baby