Lightnin’ HOPKINS – Thinkin’ and Worryin’ – The Aladdin Singles 1947-1952

Lightnin' Hopkins was one of the greatest and most popular authentic blues artists. These 26 titles comprise the first 13 singles released by Lightnin' Hopkins between 1947 and 1952. They weren't his first recordings but they were the first released under his own name.

Although he did record with other musicians and even with full bands it's these acoustic classics that best illustrate his art and they are some of the most endearing blues tracks ever recorded.

Includes the popular songs 'Katie Mae Blues', 'Big Mama Jump' and his biggest chart hit 'Shotgun Blues'.

A true genius of the genre this Lightnin' Hopkins release by Jasmine is a must have for blues and R&B fans.

Fully detailed liner notes.

Track Listing

1947
1. KATIE MAE BLUES
2. THAT MEAN OLD TWISTER
3. I FEEL SO BAD
4. ROCKY MOUNTAIN BLUES
5. FAST MAIL RAMBLER
6. THINKIN' AND WORRYIN'
7. SHORT-HAIRED WOMAN
8. BIG MAMA JUMP
9. SUGAR MAMA
10. PICTURE ON THE WALL
1948
11. DOWN HOME BABY
12. LET ME PLAY WITH YOUR POODLE
1949
13. NIGHTMARE BLUES
14. WOMAN, WOMAN
15. MORNING BLUES
16. HAVE TO LET YOU GO
1950
17. BABY CHILD
18. CHANGING WEATHER BLUES
19. SHOTGUN BLUES
20. ROLLING BLUES
1951
21. HONEY HONEY BLUES
22. MOONRISE BLUES
23. MISS ME BLUES
24. ABILENE
1952
25. YOU'RE NOT GOING TO WORRY MY LIFE ANYMORE
26. DADDY WILL BE HOME ONE DAY