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Chuck Berry

Maybellene

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1955
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“Maybellene” is a song recorded by Chuck Berry, adapted from the traditional fiddle tune “Ida Red” that tells the story of a hot rod race and a broken romance. It was released in July 1955 as a single on Chess Records of Chicago, Illinois. It was Berry’s first single release and his first hit. “Maybellene” is considered one of the pioneering rock and roll singles: Rolling Stone magazine wrote, “Rock & roll guitar starts here.“ The record is an early instance of the complete rock and roll package: youthful subject matter, small guitar-driven combo, clear diction, and an atmosphere of unrelenting excitement. The song was a major hit among both black and white audiences and it was quickly covered by several other artists after its initial release. The song has received... Read on...

Song lines: ♪ Maybellene, why can't you be true ... You've started back doing the things you used to do ... Oh maybellene, why can't you be true

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This song is listed #18 on Rolling Stone Magazine’s 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.

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