Ma Rainey — Walking Blues lyrics

Lyrics

Woke up this morning: with my head bowed down
I had that mean old feeling: I was in the wrong man’s
town
Mailman’s been here: but didn’t leave no news
That’s the reason why: mama’s got the walking blues
Walked and walked: till I almost lost my mind
I’m afraid to stop walking: because I might lose some
time
Short time to make it: and a long ways to go Trying to find the town: they call San Antonio
Thought I’d rest babe: I couldn’t hear no news
I’ll soon be there: because I’ve got the walking blues