Sweet Potato Pie
Ray Charles · Forever Ray Charles [2007]
I'm walking on cloud nine today
I'm over that line today
Happiness is finally mine today
I guess I'm just a lucky guy
And I'm prepared to tell you why
It's strictly on account of my
Sweet Potato Pie
I'm the fellow that she loves the most
The main reason why she left the coast
She's my little girlziĂąa
That much hotter that a jalapeĂąo
Tender like a night in June
Sweeter than a honeymoon
Brighter than a silver spoon
Just as crazy as a loon
Softer than a lullabye
Deeper than the midnight sky
Soulful as a baby's cry
My Sweet Potato Pie
I used to see her around the neighborhood
I wonder how she grew up so good
She belonged to Freddy and he was bad
And I never was ready to make him mad
I'm glad I had to wait awhile
A little bit too juvenile
I needed to refine my style
A silk suit and a crocodile smile
So let the whole damn world go by
'Cause I just want to testify
From now on it's me and my
Sweet Potato Pie
Sweet Potato Pie - Ray Charles
Ray Charles's 'Sweet Potato Pie' stands as a quintessential example of his mastery over the boogie-woogie and R&B styles that defined his career. Recorded for the 'Forever Ray Charles' compilation, the track showcases his signature piano work, characterized by driving rhythms and a soulful, vocal-like delivery that became his trademark. As one of the many hits that cemented his status as a pivotal figure in American music, the song reflects the vibrant energy of the 1950s and 60s, bridging the gap between gospel roots and secular pop. Charles's ability to infuse such recordings with deep emotion and technical precision made him a global icon, influencing countless artists across genres. This recording remains a testament to his enduring legacy as a composer and performer who redefined the possibilities of the piano in popular music.