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Lyrically, the song is about a man who learns of the death of the woman he loves through a letter delivered to him early in the morning. The narrator later views her body on the cooling board at the morgue, attends her funeral and returns to his home in a state of depression.
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Aug 2, 2021 · Son House is best known for his song “Death Letter,” which gained him widespread recognition and made him a legend several decades after his formative years in the Delta.
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“Death Letter Blues” is one of the most renowned blues songs ever written. It combines the ideas of “St. James Infirmary” with the 12 bar blues format, then adds a steel resonator guitar ...
Sep 29, 2023 · “Death Letter” is a haunting and emotionally charged blues song written and performed by the legendary musician, Son House. Released in 1965, this timeless piece resonates with listeners due to its raw power and evocative lyrics.
Death Letter Lyrics: I got a letter this mornin, how do you reckon it read? / It said, "Hurry, hurry, yeah, your love is dead."