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Artist/Band:
10,000 Maniacs
Lyrics for Song: Hey Jack Kerouac
Lyrics for Album: Trilogy [2005]
Hey Jack Kerouac
I think of you mother
And all the tears she cried
She would cry for none other
Than her little boy lost in a little world that hated
And that dared to drag him down
Her little boy courageous
He chose his words from mouths of
Babes got lost in the world
The hip-flask slinging madmen
Steaming café flirts
They all spoke through you
Hey Jack, now for the tricky part
When you were the brightest star
Who were the shadows?
Of the San Francisco beat boys
You were the favourite
Now they sit and rattle their bones
And think of their blood stoned days
You chose your words from mouths of
Babes got lost in the world
The hip-flask slinging madmen
Steaming café flirts
In Chinatown, howling at night
Allen baby, why so jaded?
Have the boys all grown up
and their beauty faded?
Billy, what a saint they made you
You're just like Mary down in Mexico
On All Souls' Day
You chose your words from mouths of
Babes lost in the world
The cool junk booting madmen
Street minded girls
In Harlem, howling at night
What a tear stained shock of the world
You've gone away without saying
Goodbye
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Hey Jack Kerouac
Released on the 2005 Trilogy album, "Hey Jack Kerouac" by 10,000 Maniacs blends the band's signature folk-rock sound with a tribute to the iconic Beat Generation writer. The track reflects the group's deep appreciation for literary figures and their ability to weave narrative into their music. As part of their extensive discography, this recording exemplifies the band's commitment to storytelling and their unique approach to blending acoustic instrumentation with emotional depth. It stands as a notable song in their catalog, showcasing their versatility in honoring cultural icons while maintaining their distinct musical identity. |
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