A Hundred Pounds of Clay
Gene McDaniels
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A Hundred Pounds Of Clay Gene McDaniels Highest chart position # 3 in 1961 Written by Bob Elgin, Luther Dixon, and Kay Roger He took a hundred pounds of clay And they He said "Hey, listen" "I'm gonna fix this-a world today" "Because I know what's missin' " Then He rolled his big sleeves up And a brand-new world began He created a woman and-a lots of lovin' for a man Whoa-oh-oh, yes he did With just a hundred pounds of clay He made my life worth livin' And I will thank Him every day For every kiss you're givin' And I'll thank Him every night For the arms that are holdin' me tight And He did it all with just a hundred pounds of clay Yes he did, whoa-oh, yes He did Now can'tcha just see Him a-walkin' 'round and 'round Pickin' the clay uppa off the ground? Doin' just what He should do To make a livin' dream like you He rolled His big sleeves up And a brand-new world began He created a woman and-a lots of lovin' for a man Whoa-oh-oh, yes he did With just a hundred pounds of clay FADE People, let me tall ya what He did With just a hundred pounds of clay
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Written by: BOB ELGIN, KAY ROGERS, LUTHER DIXON
Lyrics © ROUND HILL MUSIC
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10 facts about this song
Song Composition"A Hundred Pounds of Clay" was a pop song written by Kay Rogers, Luther Dixon, and Bob Elgin. The music combines a catchy melody with rewind-worthy lyrics.
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Release DateIt was released in the spring of 1961 under the Liberty Records label by Gene McDaniels.
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Chart PerformanceThe single enjoyed great success. It peaked at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and reached #11 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, the song has been covered by many other artists, including the Canadian singer, Jackie Shane, who released a live version in 1967.
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ControversyDespite its popularity, "A Hundred Pounds of Clay" grew controversial and was banned by some radio stations due to some people interpreting the lyrics as blasphemous.
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Commercial SuccessBecause of its chart-topping success and popularity, the song significantly contributed to McDaniels' fame.
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Notable ImpressionMcDaniels’s rich, versatile voice left a long-lasting impression in this song, that then helped to establish his career in the music industry.
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Theme of the SongThe song has an interesting theme where it blends religious overtones - referring to God creating the first woman, Eve, from clay - with a love song. The lyrics have been interpreted as a man's appreciation of a woman's worth.
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Inclusion in AlbumsThough initially released as a single, "A Hundred Pounds of Clay" was later included in McDaniels' album "100 Lbs. Of Clay!"
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Continued SuccessEven decades after its initial release, the song continues to enjoy popularity and is often used in TV shows and movies - a testament to its timeless appeal.
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