Cold Shot

Feel the chill of Stevie Ray Vaughan's "Cold Shot"! This iconic 1984 track delivers pure Electric Blues and Blues Rock groove with unmatched style. Famed for its instantly recognizable clean guitar riff and SRV's soulful delivery, it's a timeless classic showcasing his masterful touch and deep blues feeling.

A standout track from Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble’s acclaimed 1984 album Couldn't Stand the Weather, "Cold Shot" became one of SRV's signature songs. This smooth Electric Blues number, originally written by Michael Kindred/W.C. Clark, exemplifies Vaughan’s clean Stratocaster tone and deep understanding of Blues Rock traditions within its slow, funky groove, contrasting with his more fiery instrumentals.

Driven by its unforgettable opening guitar riff and the impeccable tight groove of Double Trouble (bassist Tommy Shannon and drummer Chris Layton), "Cold Shot" has a cool, laid-back surface that belies its lyrics of heartache and confusion. A staple of blues and classic rock radio, the song remains one of Stevie Ray Vaughan’s most popular and instantly identifiable tracks.

SONG MEANING: "Cold Shot" expresses the pain and confusion of experiencing sudden emotional coldness and distance from a romantic partner. The lyrics lament this abrupt shift in affection ("That's a cold shot, baby / Yeah, that's a mean old dirty shame"), describing the love turning frigid ("Our love is like a chunk of ice") and questioning the reason behind the partner's unexpected detachment ("What makes you so cold?").