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This blues composition was initially recorded by Robert Johnson in 1936 as a solo Delta blues performance, with Johnson providing vocals and acoustic guitar accompaniment. The song drew inspiration from earlier blues compositions, with the earliest known source being a 1932 recording by the Sparks brothers. Johnson's rendition showcased innovative guitar techniques, including an early application of boogie rhythm patterns and repeating triplet figures.
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