Black Snake Moan

  • Who was this piece by- Blind Lemon Jefferson
  • What genre/culture is this from- Texas blues (One of the oldest blues traditions dating back to the late 19th century)
  • Significance of this genre- Developed by Black American laborers and sharecroppers; Musicians utilized the railroads to travel and perform
  • What were the themes of this song- Themes of poverty and erotic love
  • Listening style- Moaning vocals and call and response