The song "Come Back Muddy" by Buddy Guy is a tribute to the late blues musician Muddy Waters. It reflects on the good old times when Buddy Guy and Muddy Waters used to play blues together and enjoy each other's company, often accompanied by wine and whiskey. The lyrics express Buddy Guy's longing for Muddy Waters to return, as his presence is deeply missed. He reminisces about their adventures riding around in Muddy Waters' Cadillac, with drugs and alcohol at hand. Buddy Guy emphasizes that Muddy Waters' physical absence doesn't matter because he still vividly remembers him, his tough persona with a switchblade knife, and his flashy displays of money. Buddy Guy pleads for Muddy Waters to come back because he wants to hear his voice and create the same powerful music they used to make together. He acknowledges that Muddy Waters was irreplaceable and that the blues haven't been the same without him. In the final lines, Buddy Guy promises to keep playing the blues in Muddy Waters' honor, ensuring his legacy lives on. The song is a heartfelt tribute to a close friend and influential blues musician who had a profound impact on Buddy Guy's life and career.
