Hobo Blues

by John Lee Hooker · · Blues
Lyrics

Quick Answer — Hobo Blues Lyrics

When I first thought to hobo'in, hobo'in, I took a freight train to be my friend, oh Lord You know I hobo'd, hobo'd, hobo'd, hobo'd, Hobo'd a long, long way from home, oh Lord
Blues 1986 English

Hobo Blues Full Lyrics

When I first thought to hobo'in, hobo'in, I took a freight train to be my friend, oh Lord You know I hobo'd, hobo'd, hobo'd, hobo'd, Hobo'd a long, long way from home, oh Lord Yes, my mother followed me that mornin', me that mornin' She followed me down to the yard, oh yeah She said my son he'd gone, he'd gone, he'd gone Yes he's gone in a, poorsome wear*, oh yeah Yes I left my dear old mother, dear old mother I left my honor, need* a crime, oh Lord Take care of my child, Take care, take care of my child

Frequently Asked Questions

When was "Hobo Blues" by John Lee Hooker released?

"Hobo Blues" by John Lee Hooker was released in 1986.

What genre is "Hobo Blues" by John Lee Hooker?

"Hobo Blues" by John Lee Hooker is a Blues song.

What are the opening lyrics of "Hobo Blues"?

The opening lyrics are: "When I first thought to hobo'in, hobo'in,"