Louisiana Stripes
Hank Williams Sr. · Other Songs - Hank Williams Sr.
and their always chainin' me down
I'm in debt for 99 years for shootin' my wife to the ground
Well she had to love my friend,
and that's not right with me
So I grabbed my gun, shot both in the head and then
I threw their ass in the creek
Now I'm doin' my time, in this Louisiana Pen
Thinkin' about maybe bein' free on the day that I'm a dead man
-Instrumental Break-
Well it took some time getting' used to,
being locked in this prison cell
But I always hum those tunes of George Jones to help
me through my days of hell
I've done me 25 years,
and that's alright with me
'Cause I got me a lot of damn good friends in this Louisiana penitentiary
Now I'm doin' my time, in this Louisiana Pen
Thinkin' about maybe bein' free on the day I'll be walkin' to feel
that fire of the Loui-si-an-a Pen-i-ten-tia-ry
(Spanish)
"At 2:59 AM"
"This is Houston calling, we just wanted to say Hello, Hello,
Hi *giggles* Alright goodnight bye"
Louisiana Stripes
Hank Williams Sr.'s "Louisiana Stripes" stands as a quintessential example of his mastery in blending country and blues influences. Recorded in the early 1950s, the track captures the raw energy and emotional depth characteristic of Williams' performances, often delivered with his signature acoustic guitar and a driving rhythm section. The song reflects the regional pride and cultural identity of the Louisiana Delta, a recurring theme in Williams' discography that grounded his music in authentic storytelling. As part of his extensive catalog, this recording showcases his ability to craft memorable melodies that resonated deeply with audiences, cementing his legacy as a pivotal figure in American roots music.