Stampfel & Weber - Junker's Blues

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★ Verse 1 ★
Well, some people say I use the needle
And they say I got the habit bad
But that junk’s the best feeling
In this whole wide world that I ever, ever had

★ Verse 2 ★
And some people crave fried chicken
And some people just crave a porterhouse steak
But when I’m shootin’ that junk
All I want is my milk, my milk and my cake
Maybe a Twinkie or two

★ Verse 3 ★
So it’s la-tee-ta, la-ta-tee-ta
La-tee-tee-ta-ta-ta, la-ta-tee-ta
La-tee-da, la-tee-da
La-tee-da-da, le-da-da-da-le-da

★ Verse 4 ★
Some people call me a junker
And they say I sniff cocaine
But no matter what they say
I’m still feeling good just the same

Song Description:

"Junker's Blues" by Stampfel & Weber is a raw and gritty blues song that tells the story of a person who is unapologetic about their addiction to heroin. The lyrics describe the intense pleasure and satisfaction that the narrator gets from using the drug, comparing it to the cravings that others have for food like fried chicken or steak.

The song challenges societal norms and judgments, with the narrator defiantly owning their addiction despite the stigma attached to it. The repetitive refrain of "la-tee-ta, la-ta-tee-ta" adds to the hypnotic and almost trance-like feel of the song, capturing the allure and escapism that drug use can provide.

Despite being labeled as a "junker" and facing criticism for their drug use, the narrator remains unapologetic and defiant, asserting that they feel good regardless of what others may think. "Junker's Blues" is a powerful and honest portrayal of addiction and the complexities of human desires and struggles.

Release Date: January 01, 1981

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