I found this version of "Willie the Weeper/Willie the Chimney Sweeper" by Ernest Rodgers, recorded in 1927. Listening to his vocals and guitar playing, it's hard to believe this recording is almost 100 years old. "Willie the Weeper" is an old vaudeville song written in 1904. It tells the story of Willie, a dope addict, and his drug-fueled dream. Considering that the song was written 116 years ago, this is a pretty graphic song about drug addiction.