Song of the Day: Jimmy Reed, “Baby What You Want Me To Do”

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Bluesman Jimmy Reed was born 97 years ago today. He was one of the first crossover blues artists, with his records charting on both the Hot 100 and the R&B chart. “Baby What You Want Me To Do” reached #10 on the R&B chart and #37 on the Hot 100 in 1960.

Published by John Holton

Internet disc jockey, lover of old TV (especially the commercials), inveterate wise guy.

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