Deep River Blues
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Deep River Blues
Doc Watson
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Chord Chart
Verse
E7E7
E7E7
EE
A7A7
EE
EE
B7B7
B7B7
E7E7
E7E7
EE
A7A7
EE
B7B7
EE
EE
Chords used:
A7
B7
E
E7
Lyrics
Let it rain let it pour
Let it rain a whole lot more
Cause I got them deep river blues
Let the rain drive right on
let the waves sweep along
Cause I got them deep river blues.
My old gal's a good old pal
And she looks like a water fowl
When I get them deep river blues
Ain't no one to cry for me
And the fish all go out on a spree when
I get them deep river blues.
Give me back my old boat
I'm gonna sail if she'll float
Cause I got them deep river blues
I'm goin' back to Mussel Shoals
Times are better there I'm told
Cause I got them deep river blues.
If my boat sinks with me
I'll go down don't you see
Cause I got them deep river blues
Now I'm gonna say good-bye
And if I sink just let me die
Cause I got them deep river blues.
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About This Song
Deep River Blues is a fingerstyle blues classic made famous by Doc Watson, though it dates back to earlier folk and blues traditions. Watson's flatpicked version became the definitive bluegrass arrangement, showcasing his innovative guitar work and relaxed vocal style.