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Warren Zevon's Birthday

from The Lucky One (the album) by Mark Jewett

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A song about two men who had profound effect on me.
I miss you, Dad. You too, Warren.

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Warren Zevon’s Birthday
© Mark Jewett 2019

My father died on Warren Zevon’s birthday
I’m still not sure exactly what that means
So different, yet the same, neither knew the other’s name
Both had a profound effect on me

Dad served his county in the second world war
When he was only 20 years of age
He kept it all inside, a place where he could hide
Secrets he carried to his grave

Warren had an appetite for living
Living large, a thing he did so well
Like a feral buckeroo in some alcoholic Xanadu
He rode the Double E right straight through Hell

They shared a favorite drink they called "The Next One"
And humor dark and dry, the way I like it too
Both loved to tell a story and both could do it well
I miss their stories now, I really do

My father died on Warren Zevon’s birthday
I’m still not sure exactly what that means
So different, yet the same, neither knew the other’s name
Both had a profound effect on me

My father spoke volumes with his silence
Like he knew I could do better than he'd done
Now I hold up the flame and carry on his name
And I am proud to be the one

My father died on Warren Zevon’s birthday
I’m still not sure exactly what that means
So different, yet the same, neither knew the other’s name
Both had a profound effect on me

credits

from The Lucky One (the album), released August 20, 2021
Mark Jewett - vocals, electric guitar
Billy Harrington - drums
Michael Harrington - electric guitar, electric bass
Amy Petty - harmony and background vocals
Dale Grisa - piano, organ

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Mark Jewett Ann Arbor, Michigan

Michigan-born and raised on American Classic-, Roots- & West Coast Country-Rock, Folk and Brit-Pop, Mark's singer- songrwriter creations reflect his musical DNA. From heartfelt to humorous, his songs come from a genuine place and are tastefully seasoned with all of his influences. His style is casual and comfortable, like a well-worn pair of jeans. ... more

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