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    Biography

    Next time someone voices the goofball opinion that blues is simply too depressing to embrace, sit 'em down and expose 'em to a heady dose of Roosevelt Sykes. If he doesn't change their minds, nothing will. There was absolutely nothing downbeat about this roly-poly, effervescent pianist (nicknamed "Honeydripper" for his youthful prowess around the girls), whose lengthy career spanned the pre-war ...more
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    Lyrics

  • I Wonder
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    Sound Clips

  • Bitter Cup Blues
  • 44 Blues
  • Cotton Seed Blues
  • Side Door Blues
  • Fire Detective Blues
  • Mistake in Life
  • Night Time Is the Right Time
  • I Done You Wrong
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