Wild Ones
Waylon Jennings · Waymore's Blues Part 2 [RCA] [1994]
Straight out of nowhere and a little bit out of our minds
We were courtin' disaster with one foot over the line
It was one for the show and two for ol' Shorty and me
We were the wild ones we had this town up a tree.
We were the wild ones the ones they couldn't control
We were survivors good hearts body and soul
We were the winners cause we didn't know we could fail
We were the wild ones and we had the world by the tail.
She was a lady when a lady wasn't easy to be
Hangin' in limbo she started hangin' with me
We were the music cause we had a song we could sing
We were the wild ones we had the world on a string.
We were the wild ones the ones they couldn't control
We were survivors good hearts body and soul
We were the winners cause we didn't know we could fail
We were the wild ones and we had the world by the tail.
We were the wild ones we had the world by the tail...
Wild Ones - Waylon Jennings
Waylon Jennings' "Wild Ones" stands as a defining track within the outlaw country movement, capturing the raw energy and rebellious spirit that characterized his career. Released on the RCA Victor label in 1994, the song appears on the album "Waymore's Blues Part 2," which continues Jennings' exploration of blues-infused country themes. As a central figure in the genre, Jennings' vocal delivery and songwriting approach on this recording reflect the authentic, unpolished sound that distinguished him from mainstream Nashville productions of the era. The track exemplifies his ability to blend traditional country structures with a gritty, independent attitude that resonated deeply with fans and peers alike, cementing his legacy as a pioneer who prioritized artistic freedom over commercial conformity.