Memphis Minnie continued recording with throughout the late 1930s with Vocalion while backed by Kansas Joe’s brother, the mandolin player Papa Charlie and her husband, a singer named Little Son Joe.
Because her reputation in blues music had increased, Memphis Minnie was able to demand more on recordings and shows.
These labels allowed for Memphis Minnie to continue performing and continue to make some money, but far from what she was making at her peak.
This along with poor health and fan interest dwindling resulted in Minnie and Little Son Joe returning to Memphis.
Memphis Minnie’s final years saw her survive a 1960 stroke, the death of Ernest “Little Son Joe” Lawlers in 1961, continued declining wealth.
