I'll Shoot The Moon

Tom Waits · Glitter & Doom Live [2009]

I'll shoot the moon

Right out of the sky

For you baby

I'll be the pennies

On your eyes

For you baby

I want to take you

Out to the fair

Here's a red rose

Ribbon for your hair

I'll shoot the moon

Right out of the sky

For you baby

I'll shoot the moon

For you

A vulture circles

Over your head

For you baby

I'll be the flowers

After you're dead

For you baby

I want to build

A nest in your hair

I want to kiss you

And never be there

I'll shoot the moon

Right out of the sky

For you baby

I'll shoot the moon

For you

I'll Shoot The Moon

Tom Waits' 'I'll Shoot The Moon' captures the raw, theatrical energy that defines his live performances. Featured on the 2009 album Glitter & Doom Live, the track showcases Waits' signature blend of blues, jazz, and rock, delivered with his characteristic gravelly vocals. The song reflects his long-standing ability to transform studio compositions into dynamic, improvisational experiences on stage. As part of a career spanning decades, this recording highlights his evolution from a folk-influenced troubadour to a master of avant-garde storytelling. The performance emphasizes the emotional depth and rhythmic complexity that have made his live shows legendary, offering listeners a glimpse into the spontaneous creativity that fuels his extensive discography.