Cigarettes and Coffee is a soul track by Otis Redding, released in 1966 as part of The Soul Album on Stax Records. The song, with a duration of 3:52, features Redding's gritty vocals and southern soul style, establishing an early morning intimate atmosphere. The arrangement incorporates a slow-burning rhythm section, horn accompaniment, and Redding's emotional vocal delivery. The track stands as one of Redding's lesser-known works compared to (Sittin' on) The Dock of the Bay and Try a Little Tenderness, though it has received critical acclaim.

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