This 1959 single for Elmore James featured his signature slide guitar and became one of his most enduring and famous songs. The B-side, "Sunny Little Woman," showcases a more upbeat tempo but similar instrumental prowess.
- "The Sky Is Crying" was recorded in New Orleans and released in November 1959 on the Meteor label, though the user provided label 'LucentiS Music' is not verifiable.
- The song reached number 3 on the Billboard R&B chart in early 1960.
- It was later covered by artists such as Albert King, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and The Claws.
Elmore James was a guitarist and singer, known for his raw voice and slide guitar technique that influenced generations of blues and rock musicians. By 1959, he was a seasoned performer and recording artist, having already scored hits with "Dust My Broom" and "The Sky Is Crying."
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