Playin' With My Freinds

B.B. King · Other Songs - B.B. King

I'm gonna call up some of my buddies,

and a few of the ladies I know

I'm gonna rent a hall and get them all and,

put on a heck of a show



Make sure we got a kitchen,

with a oven and a stove

We'll all get in there cookin',

then we'll throw open all the doors



Playin' with my friends,

playin' with my friends,

playin' with my friends

We'll have a good time,

playin' with my friends



I'm gonna buy a 100 pounds of catfish,

cook it all up on the grill

Fix some beans and corn bread,

everybody's gonna get their fill



Then we'll grab all the guitars,

greasy hands and all

Someone'll count off a shuffle,



and man we'll have a ball



Playin' with my friends,

playin' with my friends,

playin' with my friends

We'll have a good time,

playin' with my friends



Yes, we gonna buy some of that red, red wine,

the best that money can buy

You gotta drink it all from a paper cup,

that this here Saturday life is right



Everybody's gonna stand up,

play their favorite tune

You can pick any tune you want to,

as long as it's the blues



Playin' with my friends,

playin' with my friends,

playin' with my friends

We'll have a good time,

playin' with my friends

Playin' With My Freinds

B.B. King's 'Playin' With My Freinds' stands as a quintessential example of his signature slide guitar style, blending bluesy melancholy with infectious swing. Recorded during the height of his career, the track showcases his mastery of the electric guitar, where his signature slide technique cuts through the rhythm section with raw emotion. While often associated with his extensive discography of solo blues and gospel recordings, the song captures the essence of his live performances, where he frequently engaged audiences with his charismatic stage presence. The composition reflects the deep roots of the Chicago blues tradition, emphasizing lyrical themes of friendship and heartache delivered with his characteristic vocal warmth. As a staple in the blues canon, the recording remains a powerful testament to King's ability to translate complex musical ideas into accessible, moving sound.