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Artist/Band:
John Anderson
Lyrics for Song: Black Sheep By John Anderson
Lyrics for Album: Other Songs - John Anderson
My daddy was a brake man on a highball travelin' train
An' momma she raised four little children
and the family had a good name
An poppa and momma wanted all for us they never had
Big brother, little brother and sister too
none of them turned out half bad
'cept me
I'm the black sheep of the family
Big brother went to college and became a doctor man
I guess he makes about a million dollars a year
off the folks on insurance plan
He's got a big long mercedes-benz
And a house over-looking the town
He sits in his jacuzzi and he watches the sun go down
and he feels real sorry for me,
I'm the black sheep of the family
Yeah I drive me a big ol' semi truck
I'm makin' payments on a two room shack
My wife she waits on tables
and at night she rubs my back
And I tell her what my poppa said to my momma
when he got off a highball train
Wake me up early, be good to my dogs
and teach my children to pray
Little sister married a banker
Yeah, he owns a country club
He bought her a big ol' racing horse
and a funny looking little dog
He buys her big rings and diamonds
and a brand new japanese yacht
And they like to get together
an' talk about all the things they've got
But they never mention me,
I'm the black sheep of the family
Yeah, I drive me a big ol' semi truck
I'm makin' payments on a two room shack
My wife she waits on tables
and at night she rubs my back
And I tell her what my poppa said to my momma
when he got off a highball train
Wake me up early, be good to my dogs
and teach my children to pray
I'm sayin' Woman,
Wake me up early, be good to my dogs,
and teach my children to pray
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Black Sheep By John Anderson
John Anderson's "Black Sheep" stands as a defining track from his extensive career in country music, blending traditional storytelling with a polished, radio-friendly sound. Released during a period when Anderson was establishing his reputation as a master of the genre, the song exemplifies his ability to craft memorable melodies that resonate with audiences across generations. While often associated with his broader discography, including anthologies and greatest hits collections, this recording highlights his signature style of weaving narrative depth with accessible pop-country structures. The track remains a staple in discussions of Anderson's contributions to the genre, showcasing his skill in creating songs that balance personal expression with universal appeal. Its enduring presence in his catalog underscores its status as a significant work within his body of art. |
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