That Dog Won't Hunt

Waylon Jennings · Will the Wolf Survive? [2006]

(Written by R. Murrah / J. Schweers)

Well, you think that you can lie and tell me alibis

And it's alright

Keep the grapevine line working overtime

On your late nights.

You think you can say some words,take away the hurt

And I'll still be your number one

But when it ain't working out we got a saying down South

Baby ,that dog won't hunt.

Chorus:

Baby, that dog won't hunt

So you can hang up your guns

Break my heart and then you want a new start

Baby, that dog won't hunt.

Well, it's been open season on your double dealing

And it's so wrong

I guess i've been a fool playing by the rules

For too long.

Well, I've been sitting here at home with the porchlight on

While you've been chasing everything that runs

Let me put this in your ear and make it be so clear

Baby, that dog won't hunt.

Chorus:

Baby, that dog won't hunt

So you can hang up your guns

Break my heart and then you want a new start

Baby, that dog won't hunt.

Chorus:

Baby, that dog won't hunt

So you can hang up your guns

Break my heart and then you want a new start

Baby, that dog won't hunt...

That Dog Won't Hunt

Waylon Jennings delivers a quintessential outlaw country performance on 'That Dog Won't Hunt,' a track that epitomizes the raw, unfiltered spirit of the genre. Recorded for the 2006 compilation Will the Wolf Survive?, the song showcases Jennings' signature vocal style, characterized by its gritty texture and conversational delivery. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a man who has been burned by betrayal and now refuses to engage with those who seek his affection. This recording stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of the outlaw movement, capturing the frustration and resilience of a musician who defined the sound of the 1970s. The track remains a powerful example of Jennings' ability to convey deep emotion through simple, direct storytelling.