Description
Nick Cave reveals how John Lee Hooker’s raw classic “I’m Gonna Kill That Woman” changed his life—first heard on a friend’s tape while driving through London, forcing him to pull over in awe.
He breaks down the song’s simple yet profound emotion and timeless power, which deeply shaped his artistry.
Cave later covered it with Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds on their 1986 album Kicking Against the Pricks, blending Hooker’s grit with his signature dark edge.
Discover the track that ignited a creative spark—and music’s soul-stirring force.