👉 Gnarling is a term used in the field of music, specifically within the context of traditional or folk music. It refers to the process of preparing and smoking certain types of tobacco leaves before they are consumed. The term "gnarling" was first coined by blues musician and songwriter Jimmy Reed in the 1970s. In this context, gnarling is typically associated with traditional southern Appalachian music, which often features a focus on the use of tobacco as a flavoring agent

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