Sad Sac Tarzan

Daniel Johnston · Other Songs - Daniel Johnston

Sad Sac + Tarzan

Walking up at the mall

Up walked a girlfriend



Said you had the gall to bring my name up again

Looking for salvation

We had an ice cream soda

I said have you ever wondered

What became of Uncle Bill?



We was peeling potatoes

Bcak in World War II

And we was playing that rock 'n' roll

After school for you know who

Hidden from the public

It was behind the scenes

There was a relic

They called the purple haze



I was eating a taco

I looked across the room

I saw a girl in a red dress

She said she'd like to do me in

I left the waiter a tip

I scrambled for the door

I said you might have loved me

But now there's nothing more

She's always on my trail

She really likes to kill

I keep her lovely picture

On my window sill



I was a cowboy without a show

I was like the kind of guy

You'd never really know

You won't forget me

No mater how hard you try

And when it's my time to go

I'll wave goodbye



Sing yourself a melody, cry a tear of joy

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About Sad Sac Tarzan

Daniel Johnston's "Sad Sac Tarzan" stands as a quintessential example of his unique, childlike yet deeply melancholic songwriting style. Recorded during the mid-1990s, the track features Johnston's characteristic falsetto and whimsical imagery, blending elements of folk, indie pop, and art rock. The song reflects Johnston's tendency to construct elaborate, surreal narratives that often juxtapose innocence with underlying emotional vulnerability. While the specific album placement for this recording remains obscure within his extensive discography, it exemplifies the raw, unpolished energy that defined his live performances and early studio sessions. Johnston's work continues to influence a generation of indie artists who value eccentricity and emotional honesty over conventional production standards. The song remains a beloved staple of his catalog, capturing a specific moment in his creative output where his distinct voice reached its most recognizable peak.