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"Hong Kong Blues" is a popular song composed by American songwriter Hoagy Carmichael in 1939. It was featured in the 1944 film To Have and Have Not, an adaptation of Ernest Hemingway's novel by the same name. Former Beatle George Harrison covered the tune on his 1981 album Somewhere in England.
- 2:55
- 5 June 1981
- 1980–1981
- Rock
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Hong Kong Blues Lyrics: It's the story of a very unfortunate colored man / Who got arrested down in old Hong Kong / He got twenty years privilege taken away from him / When he kicked old...
Sep 12, 2023 · 1. Who wrote the song “Hong Kong Blues”? Hoagy Carmichael, a renowned American composer, penned the lyrics and music for “Hong Kong Blues.” Carmichael, who was known for his contributions to jazz and blues, crafted this timeless piece that has garnered enduring popularity. 2. What inspired Hoagy Carmichael to write this song?