Neon Leon
Sammy Kershaw · Haunted Heart [1993]
Here he comes Neon Leon looking so fine with his gold chains on
Got a customized caddy with the top snapped down
He's known everywhere in town as Neon Leon
He's too cool Neon Leon out there twistin' designer shades on.
He can bop he can boogie you right in the groove
And he's got all the moves he's Neon Leon
All the dancin' stops when he begins
The guys just watch while the girls go after him, Neon Leon, Neon Leon.
--- Instrumental ---
Cruisin' main Neon Leon goin' so slow his white scarf on
Got his hair slicked back a duck tail style
Cars backed up for miles for Neon Leon
Parked outside the drive-in eatin' fries
The coolest man in the world for a town this size, Neon Leon, Neon Leon.
Man look at them fender skirts you ever seen so much chrome in your life
Look at the way he rolls them cigarettes up in his sleeves
Ain't that cool, that's cool
I hear he's gonna move on down to Louisiana and buy him a bar
And call it you all, Leons, I'm gonna go there...
Neon Leon
Neon Leon stands as a distinctive song in Sammy Kershaw's discography, appearing on his 1993 album Haunted Heart. During this era, Kershaw was solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in traditional country music, known for blending honky-tonk rhythms with modern production sensibilities. The track reflects the polished, narrative-driven style that characterized his mid-nineties output, showcasing his ability to craft memorable melodies within the genre's established framework. While Kershaw is often celebrated for his emotional ballads and upbeat dance numbers, this recording contributes to the rich tapestry of his work from a period of significant commercial success. The song remains a testament to his versatility as a vocalist and his enduring influence on the country music landscape of the 1990s.