Medley:That's All Right Mama/My Baby Left Me
Waylon Jennings · Ol' Waylon [RCA Victor] [1977]
Medley of Elvis hits:
That's All Right Mama
(Arthur Crudup)
Well, that's all right mama that's all right with you
That's all right mama anyway you do
Well, that's all right that's all right
That's all right mama, anyway you do.
Well, my mama she done told me papa done told me too
Son that gal you're foolin' with she ain't no good for you
Well, that's all right, that's all right
That's all right mama, anyway you do.
--- Instrumental to next song ---
My Baby Left Me
(Arthur Crudup)
Well, my baby left me she never said a word
Was it something that I've done or something that she heard
You know she left me, yeah she left me
Lord, my baby left me, never said a word.
Well Lord, I stand at my window, wring my hands and cry
I hate to lose that woman, hate to say goodbye
You know she left me, yes he left me
My baby, even left me, never said goodbye.
--- Instrumental to fade ---
That's All Right Mama
(Arthur Crudup)
Well, that's all right mama that's all right with you
That's all right mama anyway you do
Well, that's all right that's all right
That's all right mama, anyway you do.
Well, my mama she done told me papa done told me too
Son that gal you're foolin' with she ain't no good for you
Well, that's all right, that's all right
That's all right mama, anyway you do.
--- Instrumental to next song ---
My Baby Left Me
(Arthur Crudup)
Well, my baby left me she never said a word
Was it something that I've done or something that she heard
You know she left me, yeah she left me
Lord, my baby left me, never said a word.
Well Lord, I stand at my window, wring my hands and cry
I hate to lose that woman, hate to say goodbye
You know she left me, yes he left me
My baby, even left me, never said goodbye.
--- Instrumental to fade ---
Medley: That's All Right Mama/My Baby Left Me
Waylon Jennings delivers a dynamic medley on his 1977 RCA Victor release, blending the raw energy of 'That's All Right Mama' with the melancholic narrative of 'My Baby Left Me.' As a central figure in the outlaw country movement, Jennings' performance here exemplifies the genre's signature blend of blues-influenced guitar work and resonant vocals. The recording captures the essence of his mid-to-late career, showcasing his ability to transition between upbeat storytelling and emotional depth within a single track. This work stands as a testament to his influence on the genre, preserving the spirit of the era through a seamless fusion of classic country and rockabilly elements.