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The Life and Legend of Robert Johnson: Blues Musician Extraordinaire
TLDR Robert Johnson, a foundational figure in the blues genre, had a difficult life but did not sell his soul to the devil for his guitar talent. His rise to blues legend status was a result of his dedication to practicing and improving his guitar skills.
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Robert Johnson is a legendary blues musician who played a significant role in the development of rock and roll.
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Robert Johnson had a difficult life and is considered a foundational figure in the blues genre, but the myth that he sold his soul to the devil is not true.
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Robert Johnson initially had a difficult time playing the guitar and was asked to leave a juke joint, but later returned with his own guitar and amazed everyone with his skill, including his use of a seventh string.
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Robert Johnson's guitar playing was so fast and varied that people believed he sold his soul to the devil in exchange for his talent, although this is likely just a legend.
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The story of Robert Johnson selling his soul to the devil for his guitar talent likely didn't happen, as there was a case of mistaken identity with another blues man named Tommy Johnson.
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The legend of selling one's soul to the devil at the Crossroads seems to have originated with blues musician Tommy Johnson and was later associated with Robert Johnson.
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Robert Johnson's rise to blues legend status was likely due to his dedication to practicing and improving his guitar skills, rather than selling his soul to the devil.
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