"Nine Below Zero" is a blues song written and performed by Buddy Guy, a renowned American blues guitarist and singer. The song tells the story of a man who is heartbroken and dismayed after discovering that his lover has left him for someone else. In the lyrics, the narrator expresses his disappointment and frustration, describing the situation as a pity and a crying shame. He had given his lover everything he had, including his money and love. However, when it reached a point where things became extremely difficult and cold (nine below zero), she betrayed him and left him for another man. The narrator feels deceived and lied to by his lover, realizing that she didn't tell him everything about her intentions. Feeling hurt and rejected, he decides to leave Chicago and retire to Louisiana, where he plans to find solace in the falling rain. The last line suggests that the love he had for her no longer holds any value or significance. Overall, "Nine Below Zero" is a blues lamentation that conveys the pain, betrayal, and disillusionment experienced by the narrator due to a failed relationship. The song reflects the blues tradition of expressing emotions through heartfelt lyrics and soulful guitar playing, which Buddy Guy is renowned for.
