Good Morning Blues
Tom Jones · Other Songs - Tom Jones
Good mornin' blues, blues how do ya do?
Well I'm doin' alright this mornin',
how are you? I woke up this mornin' Couldn't get outta
my bed Oh I woke up this mornin' Couldn't get you outta
my bed Went to eat my breakfast and The blues was all
in my bread Good mornin' blues,
blues how do you do? Good mornin' blues,
blues how do you do? Well I'm doin' alright this mornin'
how are you? Well the blues ain't nothin' but a poor
workin' man feelin' down Lord,
the blues ain't nothin' but a poor workin' man feelin'
down That's about the meagerest feelin' I done ever
had Why I'm singin' good mornin',
blues blues how do you do?
(yeah yeah) Good mornin' blues,
blues how do you do? (yeah yeah) Well I'm doin' alright
this mornin', how are you?
(Instrumental- piano) Sent for you yesterday,
here you come walkin' today
(hey) I sent for you yesterday,
here you come walkin' today Yeah,
your mouth's wide open You don't know what to say
(I say) Goodmornin' blues,
blues how do you do? (yo yeah) Well goodmornin' blues,
blues how do you do? (hoo yeah) Well I'm doin' alright,
blues how are you? Yeeeeeaaaah!
About Good Morning Blues
Tom Jones delivers a soulful rendition of "Good Morning Blues," a track that showcases his signature baritone and mastery of the blues genre. While often associated with upbeat morning anthems, Jones transforms the material into a reflective and emotive performance, highlighting his ability to blend rock and roll energy with traditional blues phrasing. The recording exemplifies his career-long commitment to vocal power and emotional depth, characteristic of his work during the mid-to-late 20th century. This version stands as a testament to his versatility, proving that the blues could be delivered with the same gravitas and charisma that defined his broader discography. It remains a compelling example of his contribution to the genre, capturing the essence of the era while maintaining timeless appeal.