"Angel Child" is a traditional song from the Texas repertoire. The song was recorded by Memphis Slim (1948), Lightnin' Hopkins and Mance Lipscomb, and Guitar Slim Green.Gérard Herzhaft Encyclopedia of the Blues 1992 2nd ed Page 263 "Although it is usually attributed to Memphis Slim ( 1948 on Miracle M 145), "Angel Child" is most certainly an old piece from the Texas repertoire. Lipscomb, Hopkins, and Guitar Slim Green did the best versions. "
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