David Bromberg - Sharon (with lyrics).wmv

David has used this 6 minute version of "Sharon" on several albums. He has also used a 10 minute version on several albums. Take your pick of the 6 minute versions and enjoy!

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SHARON
(David Bromberg)

David Bromberg


Went to this carnival, three years ago.
No big deal, ferris wheel, the same ole' stuff you know.
There was a man outside with a speech outside a tent,
And he said it to me, and this is how it went.

Folks, you know she walks, she talks,
She crawls on her belly like a reptile.
Same ole' line except one part,
You don't need no money, boy, you pay with your heart

Oh Sharon, what do you do to these men?
You know the same rowdy crowd that was here last night is back again.

Wandered around, and looked around for a seat.
The light went low, and the band played a beat.
Out came this girl, wearing a scarf and sleeves
Did a little dance that made me weak in the knees.
That girl, she danced like her back had no bone.
The band played a tune called the Main Street Moan.

She smiled a smile the whole world could see.
She turned around, and she looked right at me.
I must have jumped six feet in the air,
And when I came down, that girl wasn't there.

Oh Sharon, what do you do to these men?
You know the same rowdy crowd that was here last night is back again.

Out came this guy with a big ole' beard,
And furry arms, man he looked like a bear.
He said that all there is, there's no more to the show
If you wanna breathe right, I think you better go.
I didn't think twice, headed straight for the door,
And when I left, I heard that big bear roar

Oh Sharon, what do you do to these men?
You know the same rowdy crowd that was here last night is back again.

Every time that carnival came, I was right there.
Lord, I learned to stay away from that mean ole' bear.
Just like the man said from his speech at the start,
When that carnival left town it took a piece of my heart.
I still get this funny feeling way down in my bones,
Whenever I hear a band play the Main Street Moan.

Oh Sharon, what do you do to these men?
You know the same rowdy crowd that was here last night is back again.

Oh Sharon, what do you do to these men?
You know the same rowdy crowd that was here last night is back again.


(Transcribed by Scott Holcomb & Brad Drake)

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• Sharon
• folk
• cd
• David Bromberg
• acoustic
• singer/songwriter
• original song rock blues

[Ultrabrut1]

David Bromberg, you rock!

[MyMoppet52]

@Ultrabrut1 He sure does! Thanks for listening and saying "hello". Always glad to meet a Bromberg fan. My best to you, Moppet

[JimiG54]

The Grateful Dead are part of his backing band on this album. One of my all time favorite feel good albums!

[MyMoppet52]

@JimiG54 I need to add this to the notes above. Thank you for letting me know & reminding me! Bromberg (and his back up) are great! Thanks for commenting and saying "hi". I appreciate that you took the time to leave a message. My best to you, Moppet

[Mrthelonius11]

Catchy tune, witty - brilliant artistry.

[MyMoppet52]

@Mrthelonius11 You nailed it! Bromberg tends to do this quite often. So glad you enjoyed his song and also left a comment. I do appreciate all comments! Thank you, Moppet

[deveaux77]

Beastie Boys sampled this for the song Johnny Ryall off their album Paul's Boutique. I can see why. Great song :)

[909chuck]

Brings back my early days. He's done it for a long time. We missed him for the time he took to study fiddle-making. Wish he'd put more into his music in the early days so now he could be enjoying a larger totality of work (and so could we!).

[deveaux77]

@MyMoppet52 Oh it's no trouble :). Paul's Boutique is an amazing album and I hope you enjoy it :)

[MyMoppet52]

@deveaux77 Thanks! I'm glad you checked out the original. I will be checking out Paul's Boutique, so appreciate your comment especially. Thanks again for listening and commenting.