Singer of Sad Songs
Waylon Jennings · Six Strings Away [Bear Family] [1999]
Widow Jones couldn't make it on her own
Frank was 'lectrafied leaving six kids half grown
In her misery she sent for me the singer of sad songs
And I sympathized and eulogized Frank Jones.
And she cried singer of sad songs
I need your services today
Doctor of broken hearts I'll wash your clothes
And mend your socks for your pay.
Farmer Brown had always dreamed of city lights
Mini skirts on pretty girls were in his sights
So one early morn he left his corn to harvest a field of sin
Mrs. Brown called me shortly after three a.m..
And she cried singer of sad songs
I need your services today
Doctor of broken hearts got some
Early hybrid corn for your pay.
Lovely Lucy sat there sippin' a glass of wine
She was at the church waitin' till after nine
But the groom to be was somewhere free with a case of yellow spine.
Lovely Lucy she's still a virgin and that's a crime.
And she cried singer of sad songs
I need your services today
Doctor of broken hearts got a
Slightly used diamond for your pay...
Singer of Sad Songs
Waylon Jennings delivers a quintessential outlaw country performance on 'Singer of Sad Songs,' a track that epitomizes his signature blend of twangy vocals and melancholic storytelling. Recorded for the album 'Six Strings Away,' the song showcases Jennings' mastery of the genre, capturing the emotional depth characteristic of his discography from the late 1970s through the 1990s. The recording reflects the era's shift toward a more personal and reflective approach in country music, with Jennings' voice conveying a sense of weary resilience that defined his career. This work stands as a testament to his ability to transform simple melodies into poignant narratives, cementing his legacy as a central figure in the development of modern country sound.