Cottonmouth

Doobie Brothers · Long Train Runnin' 1970/2000 [2006]

Red eyed momma keep cryin'

Blue eyed cat keeps a lyin'

Catfish keep his eye on the string

And that cotton mouth keep on windin'

Sing, sing, sing

Dark moon keeps hidin'

And 'gator, he keeps right on slidin'

And bull frog, he ain't mindin'

Oh, cotton mouth keep on windin'

Sing, sing, sing

Lightnin' bugs in bottles

They gimme all the light I need

And I'm seinin' bait for linin'

And that cotton mouth keeps on windin'

Sing, sing, sing

Oh, that big iron pot's a boilin'

And that red eyed momma keeps toilin'

And the crawdad meat's for dinin'

And oh, that cotton mouth keeps on windin', Lord

Sing, sing, sing

Cottonmouth - Doobie Brothers

'Cottonmouth' stands as a defining track from the Doobie Brothers' 1970s catalog, showcasing the group's signature blend of psychedelic rock and soulful harmony. Recorded for the compilation 'Long Train Runnin' 1970/2000,' the song captures the band's ability to weave intricate guitar lines with emotive vocals, a hallmark of their work during that era. The track exemplifies the band's transition from their earlier funk-influenced sound to a more polished, melodic approach that would characterize much of their discography. As a staple of their live performances and studio recordings, 'Cottonmouth' remains a testament to the Doobie Brothers' enduring influence on soft rock and their mastery of creating atmospheric, emotionally resonant music that continues to resonate with listeners decades later.