Big Boss Man
Jerry Lee Lewis · Country Songs For City Folk/memphis Beat [2005]
Big boss man, can't you hear me when I call?
Oh you ain't so big, you're just tall, that's all
You got me workin' boss man
A workin' round the clock
I need me a drink of water
But you just won't let me stop
Big boss man, oh, can't you hear me when I call?
You know that you ain't so big
You're just tall, that's all
I got to get myself a boss man
And he's gonna treat me right
He'll work me hard, real hard in the day time
But I sure rest easy and nice
Big boss man, can't you hear? Can't you hear me when I call?
Let me tell you, that you ain't, you ain't so big
You're just tall, that's all
Big boss man
Big boss man
Big boss man
Hey can't you hear me when I call
Big Boss Man
Jerry Lee Lewis delivers a raw, high-energy performance on 'Big Boss Man,' a track that exemplifies his signature blend of rockabilly and country rock. Recorded for the 2005 compilation 'Country Songs For City Folk/memphis Beat,' the song showcases Lewis's signature aggressive piano style and powerful vocals, hallmarks of his career following the massive success of 'Great Balls of Fire.' As a staple of his discography, the recording captures the frenetic spirit of the early 1950s rock and roll era, reflecting the same raw intensity found in his other iconic works like 'Hound Dog' and 'Toot, Toot, Tootsie, Goodbye.' The track stands as a testament to Lewis's ability to fuse traditional country rhythms with the driving force of rock music, cementing his legacy as a pivotal figure in the genre's evolution.