Skip James was an influential Delta blues singer and guitarist born on June 9, 1902 in Bentonia, MS. He is best known for his songs "Crow Jane," "Devil Got My Woman," and "Yola My Blues Away," which have become staples of the blues genre.
Skip James is a member of Blues Singer
Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $33.5 million (2024)
About
Delta blues singer and Guitarist who released songs like "Crow Jane," "Devil Got My Woman," and "Yola My Blues Away."
Before Fame
He worked in construction, building roads and levees in Mississippi.
Trivia
His song 'Hard Time Killing Floor Blues' was covered by Chris Thomas King for the O Brother, Where Art Thou? Soundtrack.
Family Life
He is the son of Eddie James, a minister.
Associated With
Eric Clapton's band Cream covered James' song "I'm So Glad."