Blues Classics Various Artists

"Killing Floor" is a 1964 single by American blues artist Howlin' Wolf, written by Chester Burnett. Recognized as a seminal piece of Chicago electric blues, it has become a standard in the genre, covered by numerous artists, including Led Zeppelin, who adapted it into "The Lemon Song." The song's metaphorical references to relationships and its distinctive guitar riff have contributed to its enduring popularity, culminating in its induction into the Blues Foundation Hall of Fame in 1991. Other notable performers include Jimi Hendrix, who featured the song in his early sets.

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