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Turf The Gambler Lyrics by Gillian Welch, David Rawlings

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Poor old Turf the Gambler, he was a friend of mine
Crashed upon the pavement by the Beast
We'd been playing poker, of course, and drinking wine
When we heard his soul had been released

We glued him back together and passed a hat around
Paid to have it stitched above his bed
Embroidered words he'd spoken would greet his tired eyes
When he awoke, transfixed but not dead

Poor old Turf thе Gambler and now he tells his talе
And shows his scars from here to Hollywood
To waitresses and actresses and princes who preside
Over everything you thought was gone for good

Poor old Turf the Gambler

About “Turf The Gambler” by Gillian Welch

Read the complete lyrics to "Turf The Gambler" by Gillian Welch, David Rawlings from the album "Woodland". On Lyrks you can follow along with the full text, explore the artist's discography, and discover related songs. The track is often categorized under Country.

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"Turf The Gambler" is credited to Gillian Welch, David Rawlings. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Turf The Gambler" appears on "Woodland".

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