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Which song by Howlin' Wolf won a Grammy Hall of Fame Award?

  • Smokestack Lightnin

  • Killing Floor

  • Spoonful

  • Back Door Man

Answer

"Smokestack Lightnin'" by Howlin' Wolf was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999, recognizing its historical and cultural significance. This iconic blues song, released in 1956, captures the raw emotions of a man yearning for his lost love, amidst the industrial backdrop of a smokestack. Its powerful lyrics and Wolf's haunting vocals have made it a timeless classic, influencing generations of musicians.
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