: The 1957 Chess single was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999.
: It was ranked #202 on Rolling Stone’s list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time .
The "mojo" referenced in the song refers to a —an amulet or charm used in Hoodoo (folk magic) to bring good luck or influence a lover. The lyrics describe the singer's frustration that, despite traveling to Louisiana to obtain a powerful mojo, it still "just won't work" on the person they desire. Key Recordings to Listen To Album/Source Studio Single Chess Records (Chess 1652) Live Performance At Newport 1960 Television Live CBC Performance Got My Mojo Working - Википедия Muddy Waters - Got My Mojo Working
"Got My Mojo Working" is one of the most celebrated recordings in the history of blues music, famously performed by McKinley Morganfield, better known as . While it has become his signature song, its origins and cultural impact offer a fascinating look into the evolution of Chicago Blues. 1. Origins and Songwriting
: The Blues Foundation recognized it as a "Classic of Blues Recording" in 1984. 4. Lyric and Theme : The 1957 Chess single was inducted into
: The performance featured a powerhouse lineup including James Cotton on harmonica, Otis Spann on piano, and Pat Hare on guitar.
Contrary to popular belief, Muddy Waters did not write "Got My Mojo Working." It was written in 1956 by . The song was first recorded by the R&B singer Ann Cole in 1956. Muddy Waters heard her performing it while they were on tour together and decided to record his own version, which was released on Chess Records in 1957. 2. The Newport Performance (1960) The lyrics describe the singer's frustration that, despite
The song remains a cornerstone of the blues genre and has received numerous accolades:
