Bummin' Around
Jim Ed Brown and the Browns · This Is My Beat! [RCA Victor] [1968]
I've got an old slatch hat
Got my roll on my shoulder
I'm as free as the breeze
I'll do as I please
Just a bummin' around.
I've got a million friends
I don't feel any older
I've got nothing to lose
Not even the blues
Just a bummin' around.
Whenever worries
Start to bothering me
I grab my coat
My old slatch hat
Hit the trail again you see
I ain't got a dime
Don't care where I'm going
I'm as free as the breeze
I'll do as I please
Just a bummin' around.
--- Instrumental ---
Just a bummin' around
Whenever worries
Start to bothering me
I grab my coat
My old slatch hat
Hit the trail again you see
I ain't got a dime
Don't care where I'm going
I'm as free as the breeze
I'll do as I please
Just a bummin' around.
Just a bummin' around...
About Bummin' Around
Jim Ed Brown and the Browns deliver a spirited performance on "Bummin' Around," a track that exemplifies their unique blend of gospel-infused rhythm and blues. Recorded for RCA Victor in 1968, the song captures the raw energy of the era's soul and R&B scene, showcasing Jim Ed Brown's distinctive vocal style and the group's tight harmonies. The recording serves as a testament to the musical vitality of the late 1960s, where artists like Brown navigated the intersection of church traditions and secular dance music. This track remains a significant song in their discography, reflecting the group's ability to craft infectious grooves that resonated with audiences seeking both spiritual depth and rhythmic excitement.