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Black Eye Blues

Gertrude "Ma" Rainey

Georgia Tom Dorsey , Ma Rainey , Tampa Red

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This recording was produced in Chicago in September of 1928 featuring Gertrude "Ma" Rainey vocals, accompanied by "Georgia" Tom Dorsey piano, and "Tampa" Red guitar.

*"Black Eye Blues" was written by Thomas A. Dorsey.

Hogans Alley resident Miss Nancy Ann is the frequent victim of abuse at the hands of her man. In the song's lyrics Nancy vows to get even with him someday once and for all given the right opportunity. "Ma" Rainey's many years of experience with traveling minstrel shows are evident in her performance and delivery of this and other novelties.