This goo was worth a point in August 2025.

publication date: Saturday, August 2, 2025 (part of August 2025)

category: Music

clue: His short life began and ended in Texas, but he spent several important years hiding away in Chicago and performing blues on the road. Who's the king?

explanation: King's hits included "Hide Away." more…

intended difficulty: medium

solved by: Russ Wilhelm, Steve West, Samir Mehta, Richard Slominsky, and LaVonne Lemler


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