Stevie Ray had been in numerous bands before joining blues rock combo Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble in the late 1970's.
Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble's debut album was released in 1983. The critically acclaimed Texas Flood (1983) featured the top-20 hit Pride and Joy and sold well in both blues and rock circles.
Stevie Ray Vaughan died August 27th, 1990 when his helicopter crashed into the Alpine Valley ski hill. He was on his way back from playing a guest appearance at an Eric Clapton concert at Alpine Valley Music Theatre in East Troy, Wisconsin.
Adult life and career
Vaughan's first recording band was called Paul Ray and the Cobras. They played at clubs and bars in Austin during the mid-1970s, and released one single.[2] Vaughan later recorded two other singles under the band name The Cobras.[3] Stevie left the Cobras, leaving Denny Freeman still in his role of original lead guitarist, and formed Triple Threat in late 1975, which included bassist Jackie Newhouse, drummer Chris Layton, vocalist Lou Ann Barton, and sax player Johnny Reno. Barton left the band in 1978 to pursue a solo career, followed by Reno in 1979. The three remaining members started performing under the name Double Trouble, inspired by an Otis Rush song of the same name. Vaughan became the band's lead singer.
Tommy Shannon, the bass player on Johnny Winter's early albums, replaced Newhouse in 1981. A popular Austin act, Vaughan soon attracted the attention of musicians David Bowie and Jackson Browne. Both Browne and Bowie first caught Vaughan at the 1982 Montreux Jazz Festival, where some members of the audience booed the band because they disliked Double Trouble's hard blues sound; the crowd response was quite different when they were subsequently invited to headline "Blues Night" at the festival in 1985.
In November, 1982, Vaughan recorded in Jackson Browne's studio in downtown Los Angeles. The recordings were brought to the attention of A&R man John Hammond and became Double Trouble's critically acclaimed first album, Texas Flood (1983), produced by Hammond; it featured the Top 20 hit "Pride and Joy" and sold 500,000 copies, earning the band a gold record. The album was nominated for a Grammy Award, and its song "Rude Mood" was nominated for "Best Rock Instrumental". Vaughan won three categories in Guitar Player's readers poll: "Best New Talent", "Best Blues Album", and "Best Electric Blues Guitarist". He became the second guitarist to win three Guitar Player awards in one year (the first is Jeff Beck). Vaughan won the "Best Electric Blues Guitarist" award every year until 1991.
Also in 1983 Bowie featured Vaughan on his 1983 album Let's Dance.[4] Vaughan was asked to go on tour with Bowie, but declined so he could continue to play with Double Trouble. Reportedly, Vaughan, who was still driving a delivery truck to support himself, was furious when he saw Bowie pantomiming over Vaughan's guitar solo in the video for "Let's Dance".
The band's next album, Couldn't Stand the Weather, was recorded in January 1984. During mid-1984 Vaughan and Double Trouble made numerous TV appearances, performing on Rockpalast, MuchMusic, and Solid Gold.
During the Grammy Awards of 1984, Vaughan and George Thorogood presented Chuck Berry with a lifetime achievement award. "Voodoo Child (Slight Return)" from Couldn't Stand The Weather was nominated for "Best Rock Instrumental Performance".
The band played Carnegie Hall in New York City on October 4, 1984. The show featured one Double Trouble set, and a second with guests Dr. John on keyboards, George Rains on drums, Jimmie Vaughan on guitar, Roomful of Blues Horns, and singer Angela Strehli. The group rehearsed in September 1984 at the Caravan of Dreams in Fort Worth, Texas.
In November, Vaughan won two W.C. Handy National Blues Awards: "Entertainer of the Year" and "Blues Instrumentalist of the Year". It was the first time a white person won either award. During this time, he also began recording with one of his earliest idols, blues-rock guitar pioneer Lonnie Mack, to produce the album Strike Like Lightning on the Alligator label.
In late January 1985, the band went on a six-night Japanese tour with various interviews and performances. In March, the band started to produce their third album Soul to Soul. Reese Wynans, a former keyboardist with Captain Beyond and Delbert McClinton's band, was added to the band not long after. The album's production lasted for two months. On April 10 Vaughan played "The Star Spangled Banner" for opening day of the National League baseball season at the Houston Astrodome (supposedly he didn't get a good audience response from that crowd; he did, at least, get to meet former New York Yankee great Mickey Mantle afterwards). Soul to Soul was released on September 30, 1985; Vaughan received his fifth Grammy nomination: "Best Rock Instrumental Performance" for one of its songs, "Say What!".
In the following months of 1986, Vaughan and Double Trouble went on tour in New Zealand. It was around this time that he met Janna Lapidus, a touring model in New Zealand.
In mid-1986, the band was considering ideas of a new album, particularly a live album. Shows were set up at the Austin Opera House and at the Dallas Starfest. Audiences saw Vaughan struggle through these shows, as some of the original recordings were filled with technical difficulties.
On August 27, 1986, the Vaughan brothers' father, Big Jim, passed away of heart failure. A funeral was arranged two days later. The boys rushed home to comfort their mother, yet had little time to mourn. After the funeral was finished, a jet rushed Vaughan to Montreal, Quebec, where he played the "Labatt Blues Fest" (in Quebec, so named for their flagship beer "Labatt Blue"), known elsewhere as the "Miller Beer Festival" in Jarry Park.
The recordings in both Dallas and Austin, as well as the Montreux Jazz Festival, were edited and later released on Live Alive in November 1986.
Studio Albums:
Texas Flood (1983)
Couldn't Stand the Weather (1984)
Soul to Soul (1985)
In Step (1989)
Family Style (with Brother Jimmie Vaughan as "The Vaughan Brothers", 1990)
The Sky Is Crying (posthumous release) (1991)
Official live audio releases:
In the Beginning (Live, recorded 1980)
In Session (Live, with Albert King, recorded 1983)
Live at Carnegie Hall (Live, recorded 1984)
Live Alive (Live, recorded 1986)
Live At Montreux 1982 & 1985' (Live, recorded 1982 & 1985)
Wolfgang's Vault releases: http://www.wolfgangsvault.com/stevie-ray-vaughan
Compilations:
Greatest Hits (1995)
The Essential Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble (1995)
The Real Deal: Greatest Hits Volume 2 (1999)
Blues at Sunrise (2000)
SRV (box set, with early recordings, rarities, hits, and live material) (2000)
Pride And Joy
Stevie Ray Vaughan Lyrics
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My baby's lovin' cause the sun to shine
She's my sweet little thang, she's my pride and joy
She's my sweet little baby, I'm her little lover boy
Yeah I love my baby, heart and soul
Love like ours won't never grow old
She's my sweet little thang, she's my pride and joy
Yeah I love my lady, she's long and lean
You mess with her, you'll see a man get mean
She's my sweet little thang, she's my pride and joy
She's my sweet little baby, I'm her little lover boy
Well I love my baby, like the finest wine
Stick with her until the end of time
She's my sweet little thang, she's my pride and joy
She's my sweet little baby, I'm her little lover boy
Yeah I love my baby, my heart and soul
Love like ours won't never grow old
She's my sweet little thang, she's my pride and joy
She's my sweet little baby, I'm her little lover boy
The lyrics to Stevie Ray Vaughan's song Pride and Joy are a tribute to the love he has for his partner. The lyrics speak of the transformative power of love, comparing it to giving sight to the blind and causing the sun to shine. Vaughan describes his partner as his "sweet little thang," his "pride and joy" and his "sweet little baby," using terms of endearment to express the depth of his affection. He declares his love for her with a passion that promises to last, singing "Love like ours won't never grow old."
Vaughan also assumes a protective stance towards his partner in the song, warning anyone who might try to do her harm. He sings, "You mess with her, you'll see a man get mean," indicating that he is prepared to defend her at all costs. The lyrics also emphasize the physical attraction between the couple, describing Vaughan's partner as "long and lean" and portraying himself as a willing and devoted lover.
In summary, the song is a declaration of love and devotion between two people who are deeply in love with each other. It communicates the power of their love to bring light to even the darkest places and to endure through time and adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Well you've heard about love givin' sight to the blind
Love is often said to be able to open someone's eyes or change their perspective for the better.
My baby's lovin' cause the sun to shine
The love of Stevie's baby is so strong, it brings light and happiness to his life.
She's my sweet little thang, she's my pride and joy
Stevie adores his partner and values her above all else in his life.
She's my sweet little baby, I'm her little lover boy
Stevie sees himself as his partner's protector and lover, and they share a deep emotional bond.
Yeah I love my baby, heart and soul
Stevie's love for his partner is all-encompassing and unconditional.
Love like ours won't never grow old
Stevie is confident that his love for his partner is everlasting and will never fade.
She's my sweet little thang, she's my pride and joy
Stevie is enamored with his partner and feels proud to call her his own.
She's my sweet little baby, I'm her little lover boy
Stevie sees himself as a caring and affectionate partner who is in a committed and loving relationship.
Yeah I love my lady, she's long and lean
Stevie is physically attracted to his partner and finds her tall and slender frame particularly appealing.
You mess with her, you'll see a man get mean
Stevie is fiercely protective of his partner and will not hesitate to defend her if anyone tries to harm or disrespect her.
Well I love my baby, like the finest wine
Stevie's love for his partner has matured over time and becomes more refined and valuable, like a fine wine.
Stick with her until the end of time
Stevie is committed to being with his partner for the rest of their lives, no matter what obstacles they may face.
She's my sweet little thang, she's my pride and joy
Stevie is deeply emotionally attached to his partner, who brings him immense joy and fulfillment.
She's my sweet little baby, I'm her little lover boy
Stevie sees his relationship with his partner as one of mutual affection and care, where he is devoted to being a loving and supportive partner.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Stevie Ray Vaughan
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@funfunstudio18
Well you've heard about love givin' sight to the blind
My baby's lovin' cause the sun to shine
She's my sweet little thang, she's my pride and joy
She's my sweet little baby, I'm her little lover boy
Yeah I love my baby, heart and soul
Love like ours won't never grow old
She's my sweet little thang, she's my pride and joy
She's my sweet little baby, I'm her little lover boy
Yeah I love my lady, she's long and lean
You mess with her, you'll see a man get mean
She's my sweet little thang, she's my pride and joy
She's my sweet little baby, I'm her little lover boy
Well I love my baby, like the finest wine
Stick with her until the end of time
She's my sweet little thang, she's my pride and joy
She's my sweet little baby, I'm her little lover boy
Yeah I love my baby, my heart and soul
Love like ours won't never grow old
She's my sweet little thang, she's my pride and joy
She's my sweet little baby, I'm her little lover boy
@Saadbasha90
“This should be easy, texas shuffle boogie and e minor licks“
* Spend whole night trying to sound like it *
* Plays Wonderwall and Cry *
@lincolnlee6042
Saad Ibrahim i love the texas shuffle
@pepe_152
0 3 5 wonderwall pleb
@ToyancTopcuoglu
LOL TRUE
@bensblues
e flat
@LGrice
I felt the same when I first learn this song, and I just gave up and start to play a lot of funk Rythm for few months and one day I was noodling around and it just clicked. I guess when you felt frustrated just go take a break and play something else and maybe come back try it again u might get it.
@ericnelson9111
I don’t think Stevie gets enough credit for having a great blues voice as well.
@inmytravelstoday
Truly!
@dominikweber4305
Yes i loove his voice
@yangerjamir0906
When you can make your guitar sing like that it's understandable that your voice gets overlooked.