The 10 Most Legendary Blues Songs

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2. Spoonful – Howlin’ Wolf

This intimidating blues master was born in Mississippi but is known as one of the greatest Chicago blues artists ever. Like many other legendary blues songs, “Spoonful” was written by Willie Dixon in 1960 and Howlin’ Wolf proceeded to record the first version that same year. The lyrics are centered on male cravings, to be satisfied with a “spoonful”.

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