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Joe Louis Walker – Hornet’s Nest

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Joe Louis Walker, also known as JLW is an American musician, best known as an electric blues guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer. His knowledge of blues history is revealed by his use of older material and playing styles. NPR Music described him as “Powerful, soul-stirring, fierce and gritty…a legendary boundary-pushing icon of modern blues.”

Whether he’s exploring traditional themes or remaining cutting-edge contemporary, Joe Louis Walker now ranks with the blues elite. “I was told by many people, ‘Joe, don’t try to be me, and don’t try to be somebody else. Be yourself,’” he says. “I never was one of those guys to sit down and try to copy B.B. King note for note, or Albert King, or Freddy King. I enjoy the hell out of ’em, but I figure if I’m gonna do this here, I might as well do it and put my own stamp on it.”

In 2013, Walker was inducted to the Blues Hall of Fame. In addition that year, Walker was nominated in four categories for a Blues Music Award.

Lyrics

Well, I want you to know that I'm a jealous man
And you about to cross the line
'Cause when it comes to my baby
There's a no trespassing sign

Better not step on this hornet's nest
You'll be sorry when you've done
Don't think you step on this hornet's nest
Man, you're gonna get stung

Been hangin' around my baby's roses
Wherever it'll smell so sweet
Mister, you got trouble coming
And it's right to know your fate

Don't go messing around this hornet's nest
You'll be sorry when you've done
Don't leave your steps on this hornet's nest
Man, you're gonna get stung
You're gonna get stung

Don't feed and mess where you don't belong
'Cause this honey is all mine
Time to go back where you came from
You better leave my mess behind
Don't be staring at this hornet's nest
You'll be sorry when you've done

Don't leave your steps on this hornet's nest
Man, you're gonna get stung
Man, you're gonna get stung
Man, you're gonna get stung
Man, you're gonna get stung

Source: Musixmatch
Authors: Tom Hambridge / Richard Fleming / Joe Louis Walker
Hornet's Nest Lyrics © Richard Fleming Music

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