A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs Episode 26: “Ain’t That A Shame” by Fats Domino
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Apr 1, 2019 AI Snips
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Domino's Manager's Death
- Fats Domino's manager, Melvin Cade, died in a car accident.
- Domino had been sleeping in the back, and the accident freed him from an exploitative contract.
A Strained Partnership
- Domino and Bartholomew had a strained songwriting partnership, each valuing their contributions differently.
- Bartholomew prioritized complex stories and musical ideas, while Domino focused on relatable simplicity and catchy hooks.
Going to the River
- "Going to the River," a simple song by Domino, became a hit despite Bartholomew's dismissal of it as a "nothing song."
- Chuck Willis's cover further fueled its success, reaching number four on the R&B charts.