@Alabamaexpress Because my dad gave him permission to change the words. My dad was the one that wrote this, one of three that Mr. Reeves recorded of my dad's music. Mr. Reeves first recorded it the way my dad wrote it but thought the change made the song tighter so dad gave him permission.
Just wanted to say Hi. My name is Jimmie Carroll, Jim Carroll was my dad. He would have been thrilled to hear someone do such a good job on this song. Brings back a few memories, thank you.
Nice job. My dad wrote this song, one of three he wrote for Mr. Reeves. He would like your cover.