Townes Van Zandt Song Lyrics ca. 1968

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Townes Van Zandt Song Lyrics ca. 1968

Handwritten lyrics for the song "For the Sake of the Song."

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Van Zandt, Townes

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John Townes Van Zandt, singer and songwriter, better known as Townes Van Zandt, was born in Fort Worth on March 7, 1944. He wrote songs about his experiences in life, including alcoholism, depression, and life on the road. He wrote in a narrative style, and his songs often were autobiographical. His best-known piece, "Pancho and Lefty," made popular through a duet featuring Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard, speaks of life on the road and hope for redemption.Van Zandt died of an appar...