I went down to my baby's house and I sit down on her steps. She said, now come on in now, you know, my husband just left.
Muddy WatersI got that first record out, it came out in '47... Then my name began to ring around. I began to take over. From that point, I tell you, Chicago was in my hand, all the more time that those guys had to listen to me.
Muddy WatersOf course that was my idol, Son House. I think he did a lot for the Mississippi slide down there.
Muddy WatersIf I had a million dollars, I just wouldn't just completely set back. I'd have to get out there and show my face to all these good people who like me, I have to get out there and show my face. The only thing that would set me back if I get sick or something or pass away, that's all you can do about that you know. But as long as I got my health goin' pretty good, I'll show up around here.
Muddy Waters