B.B. King – Paying The Cost To Be The Boss (Vinyl, 7")
BluesWhat Paying The Cost To Be The Boss by B.B. King is worth on the used market.
B.B. King value — Discogs floor $1.72. Prices updated June 2026.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own a copy, grab one of the $0 versions. The higher-priced Standard versions, ranging up to $25, do not indicate distinct editions or packaging differences; the price variation reflects market demand and rarity among the various pressings. Casual listeners should opt for the cheapest available option, while serious collectors seeking a specific, potentially rarer pressing might justify paying for one of the higher-priced Standard copies.
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Item details
- Brand
- B.B. King
- Format
- Vinyl, 7"
- Released
- 1968
- Label
- BluesWay
- Genre
- Blues
- Copies for sale
- 12
B.B. King – Paying The Cost To Be The Boss resale value
Paying The Cost To Be The Boss by B.B. King (1968) on Vinyl, 7". The Discogs marketplace floor is $1.72 with 12 copies currently for sale.
What drives the price
Pressing, country, and condition (media + sleeve) move vinyl/CD values the most — first pressings and clean copies command a premium.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Discogs floor | $1.72 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current estimated value of this B.B. King vinyl?
- The Discogs floor price for this 7" vinyl is currently listed at $1.72.
- Is this a rare find for blues collectors?
- With 12 copies currently for sale, it is not extremely rare, but it is a classic 1968 release.
- What format is this B.B. King record?
- This B.B. King album is available on Vinyl in the 7" format.
