Good Morning Blues
Jimmy Rushing · Other Songs - Jimmy Rushing
Goin' to Chicago, sorry but I can't take you,
There's nothin' in Chicago that a mucky woman can do!
When you see me comin', raise your window high,
When you see me comin', raise your window high,
When you see me passin' baby, hang your head and cry!
Hurry down sunshine, see what tomorrow brings,
Hurry down sunshine, see what tomorrow brings,
The sun went down, tomorrow brought us rain!
You're so mean and evil, you do things you ought not do,
You're so mean and evil, you do things you ought not do,
You've got my brand of honey, just don't have to put up with you!
Good Morning Blues
Jimmy Rushing's "Good Morning Blues" stands as a quintessential example of the swing era's vocal jazz, characterized by his signature smooth, baritone delivery and intricate rhythmic phrasing. Recorded during the height of the Big Band era, the track exemplifies the genre's blend of upbeat tempos and melancholic undertones, a hallmark of Rushing's discography. As a vocalist for Count Basie and other prominent ensembles, Rushing transformed the blues into a sophisticated danceable form, influencing generations of singers who followed. The recording captures the essence of mid-century jazz, where technical proficiency met emotional depth, cementing Rushing's reputation as one of the most distinctive voices in American music history.