Las Cruces Jail
Two Gallants
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Well I spent last night in Las Cruces Jail. Raining hail, born to fail. Nobody come for to go my bail. Sun, don't you rise no more. Well I shot one man on the county line. Took his dime and I blew his mind. Now I'm just sittin' here doin' time. Sun, don't you rise no more. Well a restless wind is whistling through the windows in my head, Through all the scrapes that I've survived. And in my hour of darkness I keep counsel with the dead, Just enough to remind me I'm alive. Well I write to the governor for to hear my plea But he don't even answer me. The judge said he's gonna set my spirit free. Sun, don't you rise no more. Gavel fell, he chose the day, Cattle tie, thirteenth of May. But I don't plan to go that way. Sun, don't you rise no more. Goodnight my Anda-Lucia. Don't buy all the lies that they feed ya. And though you're heading slowly to some place I can't respect, I'll keep you in my collection of regrets. And that's twenty-one fell by my gun, oh, they all fell the same. Just need one more to match my age. Then I'll count my killin' done. but I won't deny my name: Quickest wrist of chaparral and sage. Now desperate times call for desperate men, I'm just a kid but I'll pretend my time will come but until then, Sun, don't you rise no more. Well I see that gallows altar, that circle 'round the Sun. They're gonna hang me if I stay here, and shoot me if I run. That jailer better watch his pride Or off my wrists these shackles slide. Hear my restless forty-five. Sun, don't you rise no more. Goodnight my Anda-Lucia. Don't buy all the lies that they feed ya. And though you're heading slowly to some place I can't respect, I'll keep you in my collection of regrets. And down the highway, down the road, to infamy I'll ride. I'll take my pardon on the run, With a trail of death behind me and Deluvina at my side, Two silhouettes against the Sun. Well I spent last night in Las Cruces Jail. Raining hail, born to Fail. Nobody come for to go my bail. Sun, don't you rise no more.
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Written by: ADAM STEPHENS, TYSON HYDE DILLINGHAM VOGEL
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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11 facts about this song
Album Classification"Las Cruces Jail" is a track from the sophomore album, "What the Toll Tells," by the rock band Two Gallants.
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Release InformationThe song was released on 21st February 2006 by Saddle Creek Records, an independent record label based in Omaha, Nebraska.
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Music Genre ClassificationTwo Gallants are known for their blend of folk, rock and blues. "Las Cruces Jail" exemplifies their style with its raw storytelling, energetic guitar work, and pulsating drum beats.
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Song’s ThemeThe lyrics of "Las Cruces Jail" narrate a story of two bandits who travel to a small town in New Mexico but end up in trouble, showcasing the band's skill at weaving narratives into their songs.
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Band’s CompositionTwo Gallants is comprised of childhood friends Adam Stephens and Tyson Vogel. The band is named after the story "Two Gallants" by James Joyce.
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Single Release"Las Cruces Jail" was released as a single and is one of Two Gallants' most popular songs.
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Critical ReceptionAlthough Two Gallants are an indie band with a niche audience, "Las Cruces Jail" received positive reviews from the press and many fans cite it as one of their favorite tracks.
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Musical Instrumentation Classification"Las Cruces Jail" is noted for its simple yet effective instrumentation incorporating just guitar and drums, reflecting the band's minimalist approach.
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SongwritingBoth members of Two Gallants contribute to songwriting. In "Las Cruces Jail," Adam Stephens is credited for writing the lyrics.
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Performances"Las Cruces Jail" has been a mainstay in the band's live performances since its release, often being extended with solos and improvisations.
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Music VideoA music video was released for "Las Cruces Jail" highlighting the narrative element of the song with its cinematic visuals.
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