Stagger Lee

Lovie Austin (1887 - 1972), a pioneering jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader, was a prominent figure in early 20th-century blues and jazz. Her 1924 composition "Skeeg-a-Lee Blues" incorporates syncopation and a bluesy feel characteristic of her work.

This song is a possible variation of the Stagger Lee story, but it doesn\'t focus on the murder itself. Instead, it features typical early blues themes like infidelity and relationships. The reference to "Skeeg-A-Lee" in the song is more of a sexual innuendo rather than a direct retelling of the Stagger Lee legend.

While many sources claim this version is the first Stagger Lee recording with lyrics, there is nothing recognisable that tie it to the Stagger Lee events. It appears that the only connection is a playful variation on the title.