Texas Lullaby
David Allan Coe · Other Songs - David Allan Coe
SEE THOSE TUMBLEWEEDS A-BLOWING'
LORD, IT MAKES ME WANT TO CRY
IT REMINDS ME OF MY DADDY
AND THAT TEXAS LULLABY
SEE THOSE CACTUS FLOWERS BLOOMING'
LIKE THE TWINKLE IN HIS EYE
EVERY TIME HE STARTED SINGING' THAT OLE TEXAS LULLABY
YIPPEE YI LITTLE DOGGIE ROLL ALONG ROLL ALONG
YIPPEE YI LITTLE DOGGIE TAKE ME HOME, TAKE ME HOME
IT'S SO COLD ON THE DESERT, I'M CHILLED TO THE BONE
YIPPEE YI LITTLE DOGGIE, YIPPEE YI
LOOK YONDER THERE'S A DUST CLOUD PAINTING PICTURES IN THE SKY
DADDY TOLD ME ALL ABOUT IT, IN THAT TEXAS LULLABY
THEM OLE LONGHORNS ARE A BALLWIN', LORD I KNOW I MUST BE HIGH
WISH MY DAD COULD HEAR ME SINGING' THIS OLD TEXAS LULLABY
DADDY LEFT ME THIS OLD GUITAR, THOUGH I NEVER QUITE KNEW WHY
HE SAID SOMEDAY I'D BE FAMOUS LIKE THAT TEXAS LULLABY
BUT IT'S BEEN A MONTH OF SUNDAYS SINCE I SEEN THAT EDGE FLY
AND NOBODY WANTS TO LISTEN TO A TEXAS LULLABY
Texas Lullaby
David Allan Coe's "Texas Lullaby" stands as a defining anthem of outlaw country, blending his signature gravelly vocals with a brooding, acoustic-driven sound that captures the rugged spirit of the American South. Released during the height of his career, the track exemplifies his ability to weave personal narrative with broader regional themes, often exploring the complexities of masculinity, heartache, and the isolation of rural life. The song's enduring popularity stems from its raw emotional honesty and Coe's distinctive delivery, which has influenced countless subsequent artists in the genre. As a staple of his discography, it remains a powerful representation of the outlaw country aesthetic, resonating with audiences who appreciate its unpolished yet deeply felt storytelling.