Wise Music Tune of the Week: It's Your Voodoo Working

It's Your Voodoo Working is a hypnotic R&B track originally written and recorded by Charles Sheffield in 1961. Blending Louisiana blues with early soul and a touch of New Orleans funk, the song became a cult classic known for its raw energy and infectious groove.

The phrase 'it's your voodoo working' captures a deep Southern mystique, conjuring images of hoodoo potions and irresistible charm. Though not a major commercial hit at the time, the song has endured through covers by artists like Imelda May and was revived in the roots music and retro-soul scenes, affirming its timeless appeal.

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