Old King
Old King

Neil Young - Old King Lyrics

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Oct 23, 1992
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Old King Music Video

Old King Lyrics

King went a-runnin' after deer
Wasn't scared of jumpin' off the truck in high gear
King went a-sniffin' and he would go
Was the best old hound dog I ever did know

I had a dog and his name was King
I told the dog about everything
There in my truck the dog and I
Then one day the King up and died

Then I thought about the times we had
Once when I kicked him when he was bad
Old King sure meant a lot to me
But that hound dog is history

King went a-runnin' after deer
Wasn't scared of jumpin' off the truck in high gear
King went a-sniffin' and he would go
Was the best old hound dog I ever did know

That old King was a friend of mine
Never knew a dog that was half as fine
I may find one, you never do know
'Cause I still got a long way to go

I had a dog and his name was King
I told the dog about everything
Old King sure meant a lot to me
But that hound dog is history

King went a-howlin' after deer
Wasn't scared of jumpin' off the truck in high gear
King went a-sniffin' and he would go
Was the best old hound dog I ever did know

Writer(s): Neil Young
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Hipgnosis Songs Group
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the song 'Old King' by Neil Young?

    The song 'Old King' was written by Neil Young.

  2. What album is the song 'Old King' featured on?

    'Old King' is featured on Neil Young's album 'Harvest Moon.'

  3. What is the primary subject of the song 'Old King'?

    The primary subject of the song 'Old King' is Neil Young's hound dog named King and the memorable experiences they shared.

  4. Is there any connection between Neil Young's ranch and the song 'Old King'?

    While the song 'Old King' does not mention the ranch explicitly, Neil Young's ranch in Northern California has been significant in his life and music, as seen in other works like 'Harvest Moon.'

  5. Did any notable musicians contribute to the album 'Harvest Moon'?

    Yes, notable musicians like Ben Keith, Tim Drummond, Kenny Buttrey, Spooner Oldham, Nicolette Larson, Linda Ronstadt, and James Taylor contributed to the album 'Harvest Moon,' which features the song 'Old King.'

  6. Where was the album 'Harvest Moon' recorded?

    The album 'Harvest Moon' was recorded in late September 1991 at the Redwood Digital studio located in a barn on Neil Young's ranch in Woodside, California.

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