Recorded in 1972 at ABC Studios in Los Angeles, this autobiographical album narrates Hooker's childhood in Mississippi and his youth in Tennessee. It features session musicians including guitarist Jesse Ed Davis.
The album presents a more polished sound than his earlier work, with soul and funk arrangements. Standout tracks include 'Boogie Chillun' and 'Tupelo', revisiting his roots with a modern approach.
Although it did not achieve the commercial success of 'Hooker 'n Heat', it was well received by critics for its lyrical honesty. It is an important document of Hooker's evolution toward a more accessible style.