Epilogue

Written by: Ray Davies

Published by: DavRay Music Ltd./Sony ATV Music Publishing

Lyrics:

(Spoken)
For better or worse, my adventures in America
had made me a wiser person, and now I'd been
given the chance to put my life back on track.

As I was driven to the airport, for the final time
before leaving New Orleans, I asked the driver to
take a short detour past the place where I'd been
shot. These experiences would not stop me from
seeing the funny side, but just the same, I never
forget a face and while I don't normally bear
grudges, If one day I should return, vengeance
will indeed be mine.

Meanwhile, I'd celebrate my origins rather than
hide them. I am a Londoner after all. Getting shot
in New Orleans had given me a limp, and if not
properly treated, could turn into a permanent
voodoo walk.

But the next time I see a zombie coming towards
me on the street, I won't let him spook me out so
much. I'd even sing him a song.

This song can be found on the following releases:

stereo mix, with The Jayhawks (1:16), recorded 2016-2018 at Konk Studios, North London
Our Country: Americana Act II 29 Jun 2018 USA Sony Music/Legacy 19075820052 CD
Our Country: Americana Act II 29 Jun 2018 USA Sony Music/Legacy 88985480301 12" vinyl 2-LP set (double album), 33 1/3 RPM


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