Ross played various forms of the blues that have seen him compared to John Lee Hooker and Sonny Boy Williamson I, and is perhaps best known for the recordings he made for Sun Records in the 1950s, notably "The Boogie Disease" and "Chicago Breakdown". Ross won a Grammy for his 1981 LP Rare Blues, and subsequently enjoyed a resurgence and much critical acclaim towards the end of his career.
In 1951 he began to be heard on Mississippi and Arkansas radio stations, now nicknamed Doctor because of his habit of carrying his harmonicas in a black bag that resembled a doctor's bag, and over the next three years recorded in Memphis, Tennessee for both Chess Records and Sun Records, creating exhilarating harmonica or guitar boogies made disctinctive by his sidemen playing washboard (with a spoon and fork) and broom.
In 1954 he took a job with General Motors in Flint, Michigan, and played less. Some singles, among them his first true one-man band effort, "Industrial Boogie", filtered into blues circles, leading to a Testament Records album and a 1965 AFBF booking. While in London he recorded what would be the first LP on Blue Horizon Records. Europe loved Ross and gave him work and recording opportunities; he was never as popular at home, and in the 1980s his performing profile was barely visible.
He died in 1993, at the age of 67, and was buried in Flint, Michigan.
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Me and the Devil Blues
Dr. Isaiah Ross Lyrics
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Mocked by ignorance, no end in sight
Your gall eclipsed the sun, turned Love aside
Turned deafened ears to my desperate cries!
Sanity, oh sanity, so overrated
In truth's cold Light, love's flame abated!
I'm lost in dissonance, alienated
Your silence, the echo of love negated!
Yet, you ignored the suffering you knew!
Blind to my stress, to agony you threw
Victim of this grave illness, born anew!
Sanity, oh sanity, but a ruse
A masquerade for those with naught to lose
In your firm oppression, I found my muse
In silence, in sorrow, my words infused!
You criticize my frowning gaze
My autism, a maze of endless days!
Do my words from speakers not raise
Truth of my suffering, my Soul's malaise?
I'm a seeker of truth, your speech is absurd
Silent, my vengeance remains unheard!
Beware of the pot you foolishly stirred
In my path to expose you, I'm undeterred!
Sanity, oh Sanity, a fanciful notion
Drowned in your sea of blind devotion
A spectacle of suffering, a potent potion
In your ignorance, my pain found motion
Sanity, why hast thou forsaken me
Where in Dark has your "love" taken me?
Blurred lines, cognitive dissonance
Believed your lies of convenience
Sole reason you spoke was evidence
How's it feel? To me, you're tenuous
Soon crushed by my bold confidence!
A spectrum of Shadows, unseen, unheard
I've found my voice, every painful word!
A beacon for those your prejudice spurred
In truth's bitter taste, strength is conferred!
The lyrics of "Me and the Devil Blues" by Dr. Isaiah Ross delve into themes of inner turmoil, betrayal, and the struggle for truth and understanding amidst darkness and isolation. The opening lines paint a vivid picture of the singer's emotional state, feeling trapped in a prison of anguish and mocked by ignorance with no end in sight. The imagery of their "gall eclipsed the sun" alludes to a sense of deep betrayal that has overshadowed any sense of love and compassion in their life, leaving them feeling unheard and abandoned in their suffering.
As the lyrics progress, the singer reflects on the impact of childhood traumas and ongoing neglect, highlighting the profound sense of alienation and disconnection they feel from those around them. The repeated refrain of "Sanity, oh sanity, so overrated" underscores a feeling of disillusionment with societal norms and expectations, suggesting a rejection of the superficial facades that mask deeper emotional wounds. The stark contrast between the cold light of truth and the extinguished flame of love further emphasizes the singer's sense of despair and emotional isolation.
The mention of the singer's autism adds another layer of complexity to the lyrics, with references to their frowning gaze and struggles to communicate their suffering effectively. This intertwining of personal struggles with societal prejudices and misunderstandings amplifies the sense of isolation and frustration felt by the singer, as they grapple with the lack of empathy and validation from others. The refusal to remain silenced and the determination to expose the truth speak to a defiant resilience in the face of adversity, as the singer seeks to reclaim their agency and confront those who have dismissed or belittled their pain.
Ultimately, the lyrics convey a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, as the singer finds strength in their truth and uses their voice to speak out against the injustices and dismissals they have faced. The imagery of shadows, unseen and unheard, transforming into a beacon of truth and resilience, encapsulates a powerful transformation from silence to empowerment. The song's themes of inner turmoil, resilience, and the quest for truth resonate with anyone who has experienced marginalization, discrimination, or isolation, offering a message of hope and empowerment in the face of adversity.
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Nick G
You can't sell your soul to the devil. It's a trick, so you think you can't give your life to Christ. I break those satanic oaths, contracts, and anything else they have over you, right now in Jesus Holy name. Amen.
I have an amazing story. One time I was driving home and I felt the presence of Jesus come down to me from above. I started getting chills and I felt so comfortable with Him.
I knew if I asked Him to play a song on the radio, He would.
So I said "Ok Lord, play Come as you are..."
I didn't know what station it was on or anything, but I turned the radio on and the song started playing right on the spot, perfectly...
I started getting flooded with chills inside, and started crying. When I got home, He stayed with me for 10 minutes till I got out of the car.
I've been getting answered prayers for around 5 years since and I know many other people who get answered prayers or who have seen miraculous things.
Blessings 101
I’d rather be poor & go to heaven the give up my eternal soul & burn in eternal punishment
Muhsinupm
He is telling the truth
DuMauria Campbell
Amen 🙏🏾❤️
MxkLopzZ
Same I love God
Miguel Guillen
He didn't sell his soul he just signed a shitty contract
LuffyBlox
Ikr
Michael Francis Stoltz
Signed it in blood... yeah it's a wrap for this guy.
Mafioso Entertainment 🎥
Sheesh this kid is hurting from the inside out, completely Empty. It’s Never too late bro, 🙏🏽
Jenni & Scott Corner
🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Blaxx
It’s late for him....... THERES NO GOING BACK