One Guy Named Louis

Louis Jordan and His Tympany Five

One Guy Named Louis

RELEASED: November 30, -0001
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Whiskey Do Your Stuff 2:56 2. Dad Gum Ya Hide, Boy 2:37 3. Gal, You Need a Whippin' 2:46 4. Time Is A Passin' 2:38 5. It's Hard to Be Good Without You 2:52 6. The Dripper 2:44 7. Till We Two Are One 2:58 8. Ooo Wee 2:31 9. I Seen What'cha Done 2:40 10. Fat Back and Corn Liquor 2:41 11. Put Some Money in the Pot, 'cause the Juice Is Running Low 3:07 12. Private Property (No Trespassing) 3:08 13. Gotta Go 2:51 14. For You 2:49 15. Messy Bessy 2:42 16. Louis' Blues 3:01 17. I'll Die Happy 3:06 18. If I Had Any Sense I'd Go Back Home 2:37 19. Hurry Home 2:39 20. A Dollar Down 2:52 21. Yeah, Yeah, Baby 2:34
Historical Archive
One Guy Named Louis is a vibrant album that showcases the exuberant sound of Louis Jordan and His Tympany Five, blending jazz, blues, and rhythm & blues. The album features Jordan's charismatic vocals and masterful saxophone playing, along with the energetic contributions of his band. It captures the essence of the jump blues genre and reflects the cultural landscape of the 1940s, making it a significant work in the history of American music. Jordan's witty lyrics and infectious rhythms continue to resonate with audiences, solidifying his legacy as a pioneer in bridging the gap between jazz and popular music.