Mississippi River
Janis Joplin · Janis [1975]
Well, I'm going down that Mississippi River,
Yes, I am, yes I am.
Well, I'm going down that Mississippi River,
Yes, I am, yes I am.
Yes I am, boy, yes I am.
Well, I'm goin' on that big Belle Louise,
Yes, I am, yes I am.
Well, I'm going on that big Belle Louise,
Yes, I am, yes I am.
Yes I am, boy, yes I am.
Oh man, where are you gonna catch your river
Catch me tryin', you catch me tryin'.
Oh man, where are you gonna catch your river
You catch me tryin', you catch me tryin'.
You catch me tryin', boys, you catch me tryin'.
Man, will your daughter take on me ?
Well, I don't know, I don't know.
Oh man, will your daughter take on me ?
I don't know, I don't know.
I don't know, boy, I don't know.
Well, I'm going down that Mississippi River,
Yes, I am, yes I am.
Well, I'm going down that Mississippi River,
Yes, I am, yes I am.
Yes I am, boy, yes I am.
Mississippi River
Mississippi River stands as a poignant song in Janis Joplin's posthumous discography, appearing on the 1975 compilation album Janis. This recording captures the artist's signature emotional intensity and blues-infused vocal power, hallmarks that defined her brief but impactful career. The track reflects Joplin's deep connection to the American blues tradition, showcasing her ability to convey raw vulnerability and strength simultaneously. As part of a collection that also features other notable performances, the song highlights the enduring quality of her work beyond her lifetime. It remains a testament to her unique voice and the lasting influence she exerted on rock and blues music during the late 1960s and early 1970s.