Ted Tocks Covers
Mr. Bojangles
Originally posted on November 7, 2020
Remembering Jerry Jeff Walker with this timeless song.
“He danced for those at minstrel shows and county fairs
Throughout the south
He spoke through tears of 15 years how his dog and him
They traveled about.
Well the dog up and died, he up and died.
And after 20 years he still grieves”
Mr Bojangles – A timeless song with a fascinating line of influence. #MusicisLife #TedTocksCovers #JerryJeffWalker #BillBojanglesRobinson #GratefulDead #NittyGrittyDirtBand #DavidBromberg #SammyDavisJr #GeorgeBurns #NinaSimone #TomTHall #TomJones #ToddSnider #WillieNelson #WaylonJennings
When I heard that Jerry Jeff Walker passed away on October 23rd after a long battle with throat cancer, I made a note to feature him at my next opportunity. Today is the day. Admittedly, I only had…

