Ko-Ko Joe
Jerry Reed
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(Ko-ko Joe) (Ko-ko Joe) (Ko-ko Joe) Go ahead home (Ko-ko Joe) Up in Appaloosa county There's a place called Ko-ko Ridge Sittin' right on the bend On the Etowah River Where the water washed away the bridge Cotton Mouth Country (Ko-ko Joe) A river rat's knee high (Ko-ko Joe) Way up around the back border Lived a man That the river folks talked about They said you better stay away from Ko-ko Joe 'Cause he's cause he's crazy no account (Ko-ko Joe) Ko-ko Joe They called him the Etowah River swamp rat The folks despised him (Ko-ko Joe) Ko-ko Joe He was an awfully peculiar man The river was his only friend And the folks didn't understand The man called Ko-ko Joe (Ko-ko Joe) He'd eat monkey meat and mashed potatoes He drunk a brew called Mo-jo Claw That he beat outa roots from old dead stumps On the banks of the Etowah Made him walk a little funny (Ko-ko Joe) Made his breath smell funky (Ko-ko Joe) Well he never come across the river 'Cause the folks didn't like him in town They said his hair was long His clothes were dirty They didn't want him hangin' around Ko-ko Joe They called him the Etowah River swamp rat The folks despised him (Ko-ko Joe) Ko-ko Joe He was an awfully peculiar man The river was his only friend And the folks didn't understand The man called Ko-ko Joe (Ko-ko Joe) Well it happened a year ago Sunday And they still talk about it today How the dam broke loose On the Etowah River Nearly washin' everybody away The river water rising (Ko-ko Joe) Washin' up all the bushes (Ko-ko Joe) Well the headlines said How a mother said, my son woulda lost his life But he was pulled from the mud in the Etowah River By the man y'all despised (Ko-ko Joe) Ko-ko Joe They called him the Etowah River swamp rat The folks despised him (Ko-ko Joe) Ko-ko Joe So be careful what you say, my friend About folks you don't understand Someday you might need a man like Ko-ko Joe Go ahead home son (Ko-ko Joe) Ko-ko Joe They called him the Etowah River swamp rat The folks despised him (Ko-ko Joe)
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Written by: JERRY HUBBARD REED
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11 facts about this song
Origination"Ko-Ko Joe" is a song written and performed by American country singer and guitarist Jerry Reed.
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Year of ReleaseThe tune was first released in 1971.
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Notable RecognitionThe song reached number 1 on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. This was Reed’s second single to hit number one on this chart.
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Parent Album"Ko-Ko Joe" is the title track of Reed's studio album that was also released in 1971.
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Unique StyleJerry Reed was known for his picking style on the guitar, and "Ko-Ko Joe," like many of his songs, showcases his unique blend of fingerstyle guitar and country twang.
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Album SuccessThe album "Ko-Ko Joe" peaked at number sixteen on the US Billboard Top Country Albums chart, making it one of Reed’s more popular album releases.
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Storytelling ElementThe song "Ko-Ko Joe" tells a dramatic story filled with vengeful undertones. It revolves around a man named Ko-Ko Joe who seeks revenge on a character named Haslip, who stole his girl.
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Cultural InfluenceReed's significant cultural influence can be measured by the numerous covers of his songs. While "Ko-Ko Joe" has not been as frequently covered as some of his other tracks, its dramatic lyrics and catchy tune have made it a staple in his discography.
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Song DurationThe official length of the song "Ko-Ko Joe" is 2 minutes and 47 seconds.
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Record LabelThe song and its parent album were released under the label of RCA Records.
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Contribution to MusicJerry Reed has contributed significantly to country music with his storytelling songs like "Ko-Ko Joe". The song epitomizes his earthy humor, musical ingenuity and memorable storytelling skills that he is often remembered for.
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