Jackie McLean, on alto, features heavily on the 2nd track of Blues and Roots. In this composition the listener is extensively able to hear Mingus' soloing talents. The name of this song originates from an old Blind Boy Fuller tune by the name of Screamin' and Cryin' Blues
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Cryin’ Blues was written by Charles Mingus.
Cryin’ Blues was produced by Nesuhi Ertegün.