Hawkins - Id Rather Go Blind - Kaz

Kaz Hawkins' rendition of is a core part of her "Memories of Etta" project , where she pays tribute to the legendary Etta James. Her version is characterized by a "raw and gritty" vocal delivery that mirrors the emotional intensity of her own personal history. Musical Style and Arrangement

While often performed with her high-energy Quintet , she also delivers stripped-back, intimate versions accompanied only by piano (Franck Le Masle) in her "My Life And I" duo format. Background and Context Kaz Hawkins - Id Rather Go Blind

The track was originally co-written by Ellington Jordan, Billy Foster, and Etta James. It is one of the most covered blues songs in history, famously exploring the pain of heartbreak and unrequited love through the metaphor of preferring blindness to seeing a lover leave. Kaz Hawkins' rendition of is a core part

For Hawkins, performing this song is part of her "mental health mission," using the raw vulnerability of the blues to tell stories of resilience and healing. Background and Context The track was originally co-written