Shut Your Mouth
B.B. King · More [2006]
Do the same at night
But still my baby
Ain't treating me right
Tell me baby, baby, baby, baby
What can I do?
Do I have to shut your mouth
Just to get along with you?
When I'm home at night
I can't read a book
Without you being huffed up
Giving me a dirty look
Tell me baby, baby, baby, baby
What can I do?
Do I have to shut your mouth
Just to get along with you?
She's so jealous, man
Till it's a sin
She don't even trust me
Out with men
Tell me baby, baby, baby, baby
What can I do?
Do I have to shut your mouth
Just to get along with you?
Shut Your Mouth - B.B. King
B.B. King's "Shut Your Mouth" stands as a powerful testament to his mastery of the electric guitar and his ability to convey deep emotion through sound alone. Recorded for the 2006 compilation "More," this track exemplifies the blues King perfected throughout his career, blending raw vocal delivery with intricate, resonant guitar work. The song captures the essence of the Chicago blues tradition, where the instrument serves as a voice capable of expressing frustration, longing, and resilience without needing words. King's signature vibrato and phrasing give the recording a timeless quality, allowing it to resonate with audiences across generations. As a staple of his discography, the track highlights his status as a legendary figure who transformed the blues into a global language of feeling.