Have You Seen My Chicken
George Jones · Memories of Us/Battle [1999]
When I got up this mornin' Lord, my roostin' pole was cold
This hen told me that she was mine last night when the feathers flew
But she must have flew the coup with another cock a doodle doo.
Have you seen my chicken, have you seen my chicken?
Have you seen my chicken, have you seen my hen?
Have you seen my chicken, have you seen my chicken?
Have you seen my chicken, she's gone again?
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I like a chicken early in the mornin', I like a chicken late at night
And if I don' get my chicken, gonna be a chicken fight
No, I don'r want no other rooster a-roostin' where I do
I don't want to lose her 'cause she's a fine girl livin' good.
Have you seen my chicken, have you seen my chicken?
Have you seen my chicken, have you seen my hen?
Have you seen my chicken, have you seen my old chick?
Have you seen my little honey, she's gone again...
Have You Seen My Chicken
George Jones delivers a haunting performance on 'Have You Seen My Chicken,' a track that exemplifies his mastery of the outlaw country sound. Recorded for the 1999 compilation 'Memories of Us/Battle,' the song showcases Jones's signature baritone and emotive delivery, characteristic of his work during the late 20th century. The recording captures the raw vulnerability often found in his discography, focusing on themes of loss and longing without relying on specific lyrical content. As part of a collection of his later recordings, this track stands as a testament to his enduring influence on the genre, blending traditional storytelling with the polished production typical of his final years. It remains a poignant example of his ability to convey deep narrative through music alone.