Elevator Woman
Sonny Boy Williamson · Other Songs - Sonny Boy Williamson
Mama, five or six stories on down
Elevate me mama
Mama, five or six stories on down
Now you know everybody tells me
You must-a be the elevatin'ist woman in town
A-now an when you starts elevatin me, baby
You might even a-scares me to death
A-you carries me so fast, I'll tell you that
Stop an let me catch my breath
Now, elevate me mama, yeah
Mama, five or six stories on down
You know ev'rybody tells me
You must-a be the elevatin-ist woman in town
A-now, you elevates me in the mo'nin, baby
You gotta elevate me late at night
An you must-a elevate me, babe
Until you are elevatin' me just right
Now, elevate me mama now
Mama, five or six stories on down
A-you know everybody tells me
You must-a be the elevatin-ist woman in town
Well now, an I went to yo'are apartment last night
You had yo'are a-elevator runnin' slow
I gave you a buzz, I want you to-a
A-take me up on the third flo'
Now elevate me baby
Mama, five or six stories on down
A-you know ev'rybody tells me
A-you must-a be the elevatin' woman in town.
Elevator Woman
Sonny Boy Williamson stands as a defining figure in the Chicago blues, renowned for his expressive harmonica work and gritty vocal delivery. "Elevator Woman" captures the essence of his storytelling style, blending everyday urban imagery with the raw emotional weight characteristic of the genre. As a key member of the post-war blues movement, Williamson helped shape the sound of modern electric blues through his prolific recording career. This track reflects his ability to transform simple narratives into compelling musical experiences, showcasing the rhythmic drive and improvisational spirit that defined his performances. His extensive discography remains a vital resource for understanding the evolution of blues music, with songs like this highlighting his unique command of the harmonica and his enduring influence on subsequent generations of musicians.