Muddy Waters - Got My Mojo Working May 2026

: The performance featured a powerhouse lineup including James Cotton on harmonica, Otis Spann on piano, and Pat Hare on guitar.

The "mojo" referenced in the song refers to a —an amulet or charm used in Hoodoo (folk magic) to bring good luck or influence a lover. The lyrics describe the singer's frustration that, despite traveling to Louisiana to obtain a powerful mojo, it still "just won't work" on the person they desire. Key Recordings to Listen To Album/Source Studio Single Chess Records (Chess 1652) Live Performance At Newport 1960 Television Live CBC Performance Got My Mojo Working - Википедия Muddy Waters - Got My Mojo Working

While the 1957 studio version was a hit, the definitive rendition of the song was recorded live at the on July 3, 1960. : The performance featured a powerhouse lineup including

"Got My Mojo Working" is one of the most celebrated recordings in the history of blues music, famously performed by McKinley Morganfield, better known as . While it has become his signature song, its origins and cultural impact offer a fascinating look into the evolution of Chicago Blues. 1. Origins and Songwriting Key Recordings to Listen To Album/Source Studio Single