This signed sheet music is for Politician by Cream, autographed by legendary drummer Ginger Baker. Released in 1968 on the double album Wheels of Fire, Politician is one of Cream’s most blues-driven tracks, showcasing the band’s ability to fuse political satire with hard-hitting rock. Written by Jack Bruce and Pete Brown, the song features sly, tongue-in-cheek lyrics likening a crooked politician to a predatory figure. The slow, heavy blues groove is carried by Eric Clapton’s gritty guitar riffs, Bruce’s commanding vocals and basslines, and Ginger Baker’s powerful, steady drumming that anchors the track with both force and subtle swing. The song remains a testament to Cream’s skill at blending traditional blues with the bold experimentation of the late 1960s. Ginger Baker (1939–2019) was one of the most innovative drummers of his era, bringing a jazz-informed complexity to rock music. His drumming on Politician emphasizes space and restraint, allowing the song’s biting lyrics and guitar-driven riffs to shine while still imbuing the track with intensity. As a founding member of Cream, Baker’s contributions transformed the trio format into something dynamic and expansive. Beyond Cream, his work with Blind Faith, Air Force, and Fela Kuti’s Africa ’70 further solidified his reputation as a pioneering force in rock and world music. Owning this signed sheet music for Politician is more than a collectible—it’s a piece of late-1960s rock history tied to Cream’s unique blend of blues, satire, and virtuosity, as well as to Ginger Baker, a drummer whose artistry helped redefine the boundaries of rock music. For fans of Cream, admirers of blues-rock, and collectors of classic rock memorabilia, this artifact captures the wit, groove, and musical mastery of one of rock’s most influential bands.

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