intrusive lyrics. “Black Betty” became an instant success upon its release and would live on still today to soundtrack any moment badassery is about to take place. With the song, Ram Jam ...

But the most famous in modern day is Ram Jam’s rock version, which is sung with slightly modified lyrics. While some may think “Black Betty” refers to a woman, others claim it’s a nickname ...

Welcome to the wild and crazy story that is 'Black Betty' by Ram Jam. Once the Lemon Pipers dissolved, guitarist Bill Bartlett formed a new band called Starstruck with two fellow Pipers.

Or so the song “Black Betty” informs us ... The best-known modern version is by Ram Jam, who added electric guitars and turned it into a minor hit in 1977. She is rock steady.

“Get Ready” features Shelton singing a hook nicked from Ram Jam’s update of the traditional song “Black Betty.” “Whoa-oh, get ready/Bam-ba-lam,” he sings. “Get ready to ride.

Jon Spencer Blues Explosion covers Ram Jam's 1977 rock smash 'Black ... and yet completely irresistible lyrics of all time: "Whoa-oh, black betty bam-a-lam / Whoa-oh, black betty bam-a-lam ...