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Aug 16, 2023 · Learn how Van Zandt created a moving narrative of two outlaws and their fate, and how his song became a country music standard. Discover the personal and historical influences, the cover versions, and the irony of his own experience.
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"Pancho and Lefty", originally "Poncho and Lefty", is a song written by American country music singer-songwriter Townes Van Zandt. Perhaps his most well-known song, Van Zandt recorded his original version of this song for his 1972 album The Late Great Townes Van Zandt.
Pancho and Lefty Lyrics. Living on the road, my friend. Was gonna keep you free and clean. Now you wear your skin like iron. Your breath's as hard as kerosene. You weren't your mama's only...
Apr 30, 2024 · April 30, 2024 / By David Matthews. The Legend of Pancho and Lefty: Decoding Townes Van Zandt’s Classic. Table of Contents. Introduction. “Living on the road my friend was gonna keep you free and clean, now you wear your skin like iron and your breath’s as hard as kerosene.”
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