Dang Me
Jim Ed Brown and the Browns · Country's Best on Record [RCA Victor] [1968]
Well, here I sit high gettin' ideas
Ain't nothin' but a fool would live like this
Out all night and runnin' wild
My woman's sittin' home with a month old child.
Said dang me, dang me
They oughta take rope and hang me
High from the highest tree
Woman would you weep for me?
--- Instrumental ---
Just sittin' around drinkin' with the rest of guys
Six rounds bought and I bought five
Spent the groceries and a half the rent
I lack fourteen dollars havin' twenty seven cents.
Said dang me, dang me
They oughta take rope and hang me
High from the highest tree
Woman would you weep for me?
--- Instrumental ---
They say roses are red and violets are purple
Sugar is sweet and so is maple syrup
I'm seventh out of seven sons
I'm happy with a pistol, I'm a son of a gun.
Said dang me, dang me
They oughta take rope and hang me
High from the highest tree
Woman would you weep for me?...
Dang Me
Jim Ed Brown and the Browns deliver a polished performance on "Dang Me," a track that highlights the group's signature harmonies and Jim Ed's distinctive baritone. As a member of the legendary Brown family, Jim Ed helped define the sound of country music during the mid-20th century, blending traditional country with pop sensibilities. This recording, appearing on the 1968 RCA Victor compilation Country's Best on Record, captures the enduring appeal of their vocal arrangements. The song stands as a testament to the group's ability to craft memorable melodies that resonated with audiences across generations. Their work remains a cornerstone of the genre, showcasing the tight vocal interplay that made them one of the most successful family acts in music history.