Song of the Day (39): Little Red Rooster – Howlin’ Wolf

Song of the Day (39) - Little Red Rooster by Howlin’ Wolf

Willie Dixon wrote it and Howlin’ Wolf recorded it in June 1961. While the song never charted, it has become a Chicago blues standard. The Rolling Stones recorded it early in their career and made it a radio hit. Others taking a shot with the song include Tom Petty, the Grateful Dead, Sam Cooke, Big Mama Thornton and its author, Willie Dixon.

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