Ole Napoleon
Hank Thompson · Other Songs - Hank Thompson
With his powerful army he conquered all the land he conquered all the land
Everybody praised him the battles he could win
They all talked about him ole Napoleon ole Napoleon
He said if I must rule the world I think I need a queen
He found the girl he wanted her name was Josephine her name was Josephine
He fell in love with Josephine and asked her next of kin
If she would like to be the wife of ole Napoleon of ole Napoleon
[ fiddle - guitar ]Callin' all his Generals and he said it seems to me
All this mighty power's gonna be the death for me gonna be the death for me
He marched out in the battle and in a day or two
The empire was defeated he met his Waterloo he met his Waterloo
They put him on an island to stay there till he died
And poor ole Napoleon sat right down and cried sat right down and cried
Now if you think you're mighty and your finals you will win
You may have your Waterloo like ole Napoleon like ole Napoleon
Ole Napoleon
Hank Thompson's 'Ole Napoleon' stands as a quintessential example of the Texas honky-tonk and country music traditions that defined his career. Released during the height of his fame, the track showcases Thompson's signature blend of twangy vocals and driving steel guitar, capturing the rugged, storytelling spirit of the American South. While often associated with the broader catalog of his work, the song reflects the era's emphasis on narrative-driven ballads that explored themes of heartbreak and resilience. As a staple of his discography, it remains a powerful representation of the country music style that earned him a dedicated following and cemented his legacy as a leading figure in the genre.