Whiskey, Mystics, And Men

The Doors · Other Songs - The Doors

Well I'll tell you a story of whiskey and mystics and men

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And about the believers and how the whole thing began

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First there were women and children obeying the moon

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then daylight brought wisdom and fever and sickness too soon

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you can try to remind me instead of the other you can

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you can help to insure that we all insecure are command

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If you don't give a listen I won't try to tell your new hand

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this is it can't you see that we all have our in's in the band

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And if all of the teachers and preachers of wealth were a-reigned

we could see quite a future for me in the literal sands

and if all of the people could claim to expect such regrets

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well we'd have no forgiveness, forgetfullness, painful remorse.

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so I tell you I tell you I tell you we must sail away

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we must try to find a new answer instead of a way.

Whiskey, Mystics, And Men

The Doors' "Whiskey, Mystics, And Men" stands as a quintessential example of their psychedelic rock and blues-infused sound, capturing the band's signature blend of poetic lyricism and atmospheric instrumentation. Released during the late 1960s, the track exemplifies Jim Morrison's ability to weave together themes of escapism and spiritual seeking with a haunting vocal delivery. The song reflects the era's fascination with the occult and the American South, utilizing a driving rhythm section and electric guitar work to create a moody, immersive soundscape. As a standalone recording, it showcases the band's versatility beyond their most famous hits, offering a glimpse into their broader exploration of mysticism and the darker side of human nature through music.