Rocks In My Bed
Sarah Vaughan · Other Songs - Sarah Vaughan
Because the blues has done spread
Rocks in my bed
Of all the people I see
Why do they pick on poor me
And put rocks in my bed?
All night long I weep
So how can I sleep
With rocks in my bed?
There's only two kinds of people
I can't understand
There's only two kinds of people
I can't understand
That's a deceitful woman
And a hard-faced man
She took my man away
And ain't goin' bring him back
She took my man away
And ain't goin' bring him back
She's lower than a snake down in a wagon track
I got rocks in my bed
I got rocks in my bed
Rocks in my bed
I got rocks in my bed
Under-loved, over-fed
My man's gone, so instead
I got rocks in my bed
Under-loved, over-fed
My man's gone, so instead
I got rocks in my bed
About Rocks In My Bed
Sarah Vaughan's "Rocks In My Bed" stands as a quintessential example of her mastery over the jazz and swing genres, showcasing her unparalleled vocal agility and emotional depth. Recorded during the height of her career, the track exemplifies her ability to blend technical precision with raw, soulful expression, a hallmark that defined her discography. Vaughan's interpretation transforms the song into a sophisticated ballad, utilizing her rich timbre and intricate phrasing to convey a narrative of intimacy and vulnerability. As a pivotal figure in vocal jazz history, her rendition of this piece contributed significantly to the evolution of the genre, influencing countless subsequent artists who sought to emulate her dynamic range and interpretive freedom. The recording remains a testament to her status as one of the most celebrated singers of the 20th century, capturing a moment where music transcended mere performance to become a profound artistic statement.