Hank Williams Junior-Junior
David Allan Coe · Other Songs - David Allan Coe
Even though I know what all his daddy done before
Hank weighs close to two hundred pounds
And he stands about six foot four
And it's hard to call Hank Williams Junior, junior anymore
Just a little bit of Waylon sure goes a long way
But old Tex Ritter rode his horse and that was hell to pay
Willie said don't nobody lay a hand on the bay
Jimmie Rodgers is the only reason that I'm standin' here today
And I ain't gonna call Hank Williams Junior, junior anymore
Even though I know what all his daddy done before
Hank weighs close to two hundred pounds
And he stands about six foot four
And it's hard to call Hank Williams Junior, junior anymore
Hank sang it all right from the heart, took the whole world by surprise
Stood right next to Elvis in Memphis and looked him straight in the eyes
Ten years later young Bocephus busted through the door
And I just can't call Hank Williams Junior, junior anymore
I ain't gonna call Hank Williams Junior, junior anymore
Even though I know what all his daddy done before
Hank weighs close to two hundred pounds
And he stands about six foot four
And it's hard to call Hank Williams Junior, junior anymore
From Alabama young Bocephus busted through the door
And I just can't call Hank Williams Junior, junior anymore
Hank Williams Junior-Junior
David Allan Coe's 'Hank Williams Junior-Junior' stands as a defining track in his discography, serving as a direct homage to the legendary country music icon Hank Williams. Released during Coe's prolific period of exploring the roots of American folk and country, the song captures the raw, unfiltered spirit of the genre while infusing it with Coe's signature blend of grit and theatricality. By adopting the persona of a younger Williams, Coe pays tribute to the musical lineage that shaped his own career, highlighting the enduring legacy of the original artist. The recording exemplifies Coe's ability to blend traditional instrumentation with his unique vocal delivery, creating a powerful narrative that resonates with fans of both artists. It remains a significant piece in the catalog of songs that celebrate the history of country music through the lens of its most influential modern practitioners.