That's My Story

Release Date: 1988

John Lee Hooker's That's My Story from 1960 captures the Detroit bluesman in raw, hypnotic form with his signature boogie rhythms and talk-sung vocals. The twelve tracks showcase Hooker's ability to stretch simple chord progressions into mesmerizing grooves, with his guitar work anchoring tales of money troubles, wandering, and heartbreak.

Standout Tracks

• I Need Some Money: Opens the album with Hooker's urgent, driving rhythm and direct plea over a relentless boogie pattern.
• That's My Story: The title track closes with over four minutes of Hooker's storytelling prowess and hypnotic guitar work.

Mood: late night, driving, raw, hypnotic

Tracklist

1. A1. I Need Some Money (2:25)
2. A2. Come On And See About Me (3:06)
3. A3. I'm Wanderin' (5:12)
4. A4. Democrat Man (3:27)
5. A5. I Want To Talk About You (3:02)
6. A6. Gonna Use My Rod (4:20)
7. B1. Wednesday Evenin' Blues (3:34)
8. B2. No More Doggin' (2:42)
9. B3. One Of These Days (4:05)
10. B4. I Believe I'll Go Back Home (3:42)
11. B5. You're Leavin' Me, Baby (3:48)
12. B6. That's My Story (4:34)