Guy is known for his showmanship; for example, he plays with drumsticks and walks into the audience whilst playing, the latter being a gimmick he picked up from a local blues guitarist at an early age (joining or leaping into the audience has also long been common in both American popular and gospel music, as in the earlier work of Big Jay McNeely or the Dixie Hummingbirds).
Guy grew up in Louisiana where he learned to play guitar. In the early 1950s he began performing with bands in Baton Rouge. Soon after moving to Chicago in 1957, Guy fell under the influence of "Mighty" Muddy Waters. In 1958 he won a record contract with Artistic Records after beating the West Side guitarists Magic Sam and Otis Rush in a "Head Cutting Contest" at the Blue Flame Club. Soon afterwards he recorded for the Cobra label.
In the early 1960s, Guy was a session guitarist for Chess Records. He recorded on Junior Wells sessions for Delmark Records under the pseudonym Friendly Chap in 1965 and 1966. His career took off during a blues revival period in the late 1980s and early 1990s, and was sparked by Eric Clapton's request that Guy be part of the '24 nights' all-star blues guitar lineup at London's Royal Albert Hall and Guy's subsequent signing with Silvertone Records.
I Put A Spell On You
Buddy Guy Lyrics
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You better stop the things that you do
I ain't lyin', no, I ain't lyin'
I just can't stand it babe
The way you're always runnin' 'round
I just can't stand it, the way you always put me down
I put a spell on you because you're mine
You better stop the things that you do
I ain't lyin', no, I ain't lyin'
I just can't stand it babe
The way you're always runnin' 'round
I just can't stand it, the way you always put me down
I put a spell on you because you're mine
I put a spell on you. I put a spell on you
I put a spell on you. I put a spell on you
Buddy Guy's "I Put A Spell On You" is a track that captures the frustration and disdain of an individual in a failing relationship. The lyrics speak of putting a spell on the partner because they are his, and the anger and bitterness he feels towards their behavior. The singer is fed up with their partner's infidelity and dismissive attitude towards him, and the only recourse he feels he has is to curse them with a spell.
The repetition of the phrase "you're mine" throughout the song provides insight into the possessive nature of the singer. He feels a sense of ownership over his partner, and the betrayal he experiences results in him resorting to witchcraft to keep them in check. The lyrics "you better stop the things that you do" and "I just can't stand it, the way you always put me down" expresses the singer's frustration towards their partner's behavior, which could be seen as abusive and emotionally manipulative.
The chorus, which is repeated throughout the song, captures the singer's desperation to hold onto his partner. He believes that he can control them through his spell, even after all the mistreatment they have put him through. The repetition of "I put a spell on you" at the end of the song highlights the extent to which the singer is willing to go to keep his partner from leaving him.
Line by Line Meaning
I put a spell on you because you're mine
I used magic to make you fall in love with me because I want you all to myself.
You better stop the things that you do
You need to change your behavior because it's hurting me and our relationship.
I ain't lyin', no, I ain't lyin'
I'm telling you the truth and I'm very serious about it.
I just can't stand it babe
Your actions are causing me a lot of pain and frustration.
The way you're always runnin' 'round
I'm tired of you being so busy and not giving me enough attention.
I just can't stand it, the way you always put me down
I'm tired of you criticizing me and making me feel bad about myself.
I put a spell on you
I'm reminding you that I used magic to make you love me.
I put a spell on you. I put a spell on you
I'm emphasizing the fact that I used magic to make you love me.
Lyrics © DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jay Hawkins
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@burakbilecen4362
I put a spell on you because you're mine
You better stop the things that you do
I ain't lyin', no, I ain't lyin'
I just can't stand it babe
The way you're always runnin' 'round
I just can't stand it, the way you always put me down
I put a spell on you because you're mine
I put a spell on you because you're mine
You better stop the things that you do
I ain't lyin', no, I ain't lyin'
I just can't stand it babe
The way you're always runnin' 'round
I just can't stand it, the way you always put me down
I put a spell on you because you're mine
I put a spell on you. I put a spell on you
I put a spell on you. I put a spell on you
@sheilabarron7206
Buddy Guy will Always put a Spell on you with his singing and playing ♥️
@felixplaza823
@Jackie Striegel I thought exactly the same! AMEN!
@herikabrito8673
escutar um blus de qualidade, = sem igual perfeito!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@josebreda6618
this Guy is a fantastic guitar player and this version is one of the best
@Helenaelaercio
Como não arrepiar?O cara é incrível!
@atreb56
Saw Buddy in 2004 as opening act for Jonny Lang. This was in Tucson, AZ. Buddy stole the show. What a fantastic showman.
@willmercury
Buddy and Carlos burn on this. For those who can't hear it, Buddy takes the first solo, Carlos comes in at 1:50, then they both tear the shit up! Carlos produced the track.
@argenfemportena4170
Terrible blusero ! Maestrooooo ❤❤❤❤❤
@emesekurtosi6256
Fantastic
@felixplaza823
I heard Stevie Ray say that when he played with Buddy Guy he could go to the Moon and back with him playing guitar, but that his voice was another level. This song is a great example. The GREAT Carlos Santana and the LEGEND Buddy Guy take us to another Galaxy with their guitar, while Mr. Buddy Guy put a spell on us with his voice!