Devil's Nurse
J.J. Cale · Other Songs - J.J. Cale
There was a young woman, walked the beach every day
She had long dark hair and a high heeled size
She was full in the bosom, with dark brown eyes
A devil's woman
With the devil's curse
Satan's lady
She was the devil's nurse
Fortune-teller sister long and bred
Lay down next to you and stroke your head
She had a way about her, it's hard to explain
Brings chills to your body and blood to your veins
A devil's woman
With the devil's curse
Satan's lady
She was the devil's nurse
She can make the sun rise and the sun set and the blues go away
Turn light into darkness and night into day
She was from a casualty sector, lost in the night
A bonafide spiritual lady, a congo's delight
A devil's woman
With the devil's curse
Satans' lady
She was the devil's nurse
Devil's Nurse
J.J. Cale's "Devil's Nurse" stands as a quintessential example of his signature blend of bluesy roots and melodic pop sensibility. Recorded during the early 1970s, the track exemplifies Cale's ability to craft songs with an infectious, danceable rhythm that often defies their surface-level complexity. The composition features his characteristic vocal delivery, characterized by a laid-back, conversational tone that delivers lyrics with a mix of wit and melancholy. While the song lacks a specific album title in public records, it aligns with the era's emerging folk-rock and country-rock movements, reflecting Cale's unique approach to songwriting that prioritized melody and groove over technical virtuosity. The track remains a staple of his discography, showcasing his enduring influence on artists who sought to merge traditional blues structures with accessible, modern pop arrangements.