Jockey Full Of Bourbon (2023 Remaster) Tom Waits

"Jockey Full Of Bourbon" (2023 Remaster) by Tom Waits is a #Rock song that blends elements of jazz and blues. Released in 1985, the lyrics evoke a gritty, surreal narrative featuring vivid imagery and characters, reflecting themes of desperation, longing, and the complexities of urban life. Waits's distinctive gravelly voice and unconventional instrumentation create a haunting atmosphere. The song's cultural impact is notable in its influence on alternative music and its representation of the bohemian lifestyle, showcasing Waits's unique storytelling ability.

[Verse 1]
Edna Milton in a drop-dead suit
Dutch Pink on a downtown train
Two-dollar pistol but the gun won't shoot
I'm in the corner on the pouring rain
Sixteen men on a deadman's chest
And I've been drinking from a broken cup
Two pairs of pants and a mohair vest
I'm full of bourbon, I can't stand up

[Chorus]
Hey little bird, fly away home
Your house is on fire, your children are alone
Hey little bird, fly away home
Your house is on fire, your children are alone

[Verse 2]
Schiffer broke a bottle on Morgan's head
And I've been stepping on the devil's tail
Across the stripes of a full moon's head
Through the bars of a Cuban jail
Bloody fingers on a purple knife
A flamingo drinking from a cocktail glass
I'm on thе lawn with someone elsе's wife
Admire the view from up on top of the mast

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