The Continuing Saga Of The Classic Bummer...

Jerry Jeff Walker · Other Songs - Jerry Jeff Walker

I guess it all started, the day my brand new car wouldn't

So I took it to this dealer Recommended as a good'un

He told me four hundred bucks would fix it

So I asked about the guarantee

He just smiled and he told me

Slim that ran out last week

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I been taken again , I've been taken again

Its like playing the blues

If your snoozing you lose

You'll be taken again



I drove to this bar, outside of Colorado Springs

Gonna drink a case of cold Coors

Hear old Merle Haggard sing

They had this antlered rabbit on the wall

Spiked horns and ears a foot tall

The bartender told me it was a Colorado jack lope



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Well later I took home, This old nymphomaniac

But I could not get her to lie upon her back

She told me something in my eyes had made her realize

That she could never do that lustful thing with me



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Now people buy the records, think we're working so hard

We're out in the studios, and its five o'clock

They're hanging on every word, waiting on the very next verse

Think things are getting better from here

But I think they're getting worse



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Thank god you don't have to hear, the take after this

The Continuing Saga Of The Classic Bummer...

Jerry Jeff Walker stands as a foundational figure in the outlaw country movement, known for his laid-back delivery and witty songwriting. This track exemplifies his signature style, blending folk sensibilities with a distinctively Texan country flair. Walker's discography is filled with storytelling numbers that capture the spirit of the American West and the bohemian lifestyle of the 1970s music scene. His work often features a casual, conversational tone that invites listeners into his world of rambling and reflection. As a key influence on the genre, Walker helped shape the sound of Austin, Texas, leaving a lasting legacy through his unique vocal phrasing and acoustic arrangements. This recording remains a testament to his enduring appeal and his ability to craft memorable, character-driven narratives within the country music tradition.