—Allen Brothers
(to the tune of Deep Elum Blues)
When I walk into your parlor
Put my hat up on your rack
You can telephone your husband
Ain't no use in coming back.
Oh, Chattanooga mama,
Your papa's coming to town.
Gonna have you sweet mama
If I have to run you down.
If you want me to sweet mama,
I'll tell you what I'll do.
I'll bring my old guitar
Play these mean old blues for you.
Oh, Chattanooga mama,
Your daddy's coming to town
Gonna have you sweet mama
If I have to run you down.
What'ya say baby?
Take you in my arms sweet mama
I'll be good and treat you right
Then will fall asleep together
Tell the whole darned world good night.
Oh, Chattanooga mama,
Your daddy's coming to town
Gonna have you sweet mama
If I have to run you down.
Go to sleep now baby,
Your papa's done come home.
Verse
| I | I | I | I |
| I | I | I | I7 |
| IV | IV | IV | IV |
Chorus
| I | I | I | I |
| V | V | V | V-I |