Delta Dawn

Waylon Jennings · Six Strings Away [Bear Family] [1999]

(Alex Harvey - Larry Collins)



In her younger days they called her Delta Dawn

Prettiest woman you ever had laid eyes on

But a man of low degree stood by her side

Promised her he'd take her for his bride but he lied.



Delta Dawn what's that flower you have on

Could it be a faded rose of days gone by

Did I hear you say he was meetin' you here today

To take you to his mansion in the sky?



--- Instrumental ---



She's forty-one and her daddy still calls her baby

All the folks around Brownsville say she's crazy

Cause she walks downtown with a suitcase in her hand

Looking for a mysterious dark haired man.



Delta Dawn what's that flower you have on

Could it be a faded rose of days gone by

Did I hear you say he was meetin' you here today

To take you to his mansion in the sky?



Delta Dawn what's that flower you have on

Could it be a faded rose of days gone by

Did I hear you say he was meetin' you here today

To take you to his mansion in the sky?



Delta Dawn what's that flower you have on

Could it be a faded rose of days gone by

Did I hear you say he was meetin' you here today

To take you to his mansion in the sky?



Delta Dawn what's that flower you have on

Could it be a faded rose of days gone by

Did I hear you say he was meetin' you here today

To take you to his mansion in the sky?...

Delta Dawn

Waylon Jennings delivers a quintessential outlaw country performance on 'Delta Dawn,' a track that embodies the raw, unfiltered spirit of his career. Recorded for the Bear Family reissue of 'Six Strings Away,' the song showcases Jennings' signature vocal style, characterized by its gritty texture and conversational delivery. As a staple of the genre, the recording captures the essence of the mid-to-late 1970s country sound, blending traditional storytelling with the rebellious edge that defined the outlaw movement. The track stands as a testament to Jennings' ability to craft memorable melodies that resonate deeply with fans of classic country music, offering a nostalgic glimpse into the era's musical landscape.