Texas Hill - The Weight (Acoustic One-Take)

Texas Hill covers "The Weight" (by The Band) live and acoustic. Texas Hill is the new country trio of Adam Wakefield, Casey James and Craig Wayne Boyd. Debut EP available now!

Shot & Directed by Midtown Motion

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Lyrics:

I pulled into Nazareth, was feelin' about half past dead
I just need some place where I can lay my head
"Hey, mister, can you tell me where a man might find a bed?"
He just grinned and shook my hand, "no" was all he said
Take a load off Fanny
Take a load for free
Take a load off Fanny
And (and) (and) you put the load right on me
(You put the load right on me)
I picked up my bag, I went lookin' for a place to hide
When I saw Carmen and the Devil walkin' side by side
I said, "Hey, Carmen, come on let's go downtown"
She said, "I gotta go but my friend can stick around"

Take a load off Fanny
Take a load for free
Take a load off Fanny
And (and) (and) you put the load right on me
(You put the load right on me)

Go down, Miss Moses, there's nothin' you can say
It's just ol' Luke and Luke's waitin' on the Judgment Day
"Well, Luke, my friend, what about young Anna Lee?"
He said, "Do me a favor, son, won'tcha stay and keep Anna Lee company?"

Take a load off Fanny
Take a load for free
Take a load off Fanny
And (and) (and) you put the load right on me
(You put the load right on me)

Crazy Chester followed me and he caught me in the fog
He said, "I will fix your rack if you'll take Jack, my dog"
I said, "Wait a minute, Chester, you know I'm a peaceful man"
He said, "That's okay, boy, won't you feed him when you can"

Yeah, take a load off Fanny
Take a load for free
Take a load off Fanny
And (and) (and) you put the load right on me
(You put the load right on me)

Catch a cannon ball now to take me down the line
My bag is sinkin' low and I do believe it's time
To get back to Miss Fanny, you know she's the only one
Who sent me here with her regards for everyone

Take a load off Fanny
Take a load for free
Take a load off Fanny
And (and) (and) you put the load right on me
(You put the load right on me)

Songwriters: J. R. Robertson

[juliebnola]

Your sound together...it feels like sliding on my favorite pairs of broken in boots and jeans ...it fits my music soul like a glove. It’s not just the acoustics in the hallway...it’s all of you, as one. ❤️🎶

[ScottMcCray]

Y'all did Levon, Rick, and Richard proud on this one - I'm sure Robbie and Garth would approve, too. One of my most favorite songs - done with respect and talent.

Now to listen to it again - then share it!

[joeglover]

i cant be the only one that played this 3 times in a row they nailed this song ive always liked it i love it....

[warrenswarb]

Texas Hill is better every time we hear them. What a humble group of guys and put on such a fun show. Incredible harmonies and great songs. "Use what you got" Had the chance to buy their supper before the show. Even got the coolest set list I've ever seen. I have a big collection of these but never seen one written on a paper plate. Keep it up TH!! Big fan here.

[debrajames]

What a COOL idea for a video! So impressive. Great job guys. Really showcases your raw talent.

[susanseaver]

Wow!! The way your voice's compliment each other is nothing but, OUTSTANDING!!!

[jackmorgan]

Just found Texas Hill...Not Disappointed At All!

[garymiller]

Looking forward to hearing & seeing y’all in concert when Texas appears on your schedule. Terrific sound!

[oneplay]

Came to take a listen after hearing you in your recent collaboration with Home Free but subscribed after hearing this beautiful performance.

[mauriceortiz]

You gone done killed the cat! Awesome. Drinking wine with my 92 year old mama enjoying your incredible rendition. Thank you.

[rhondanelson]

All the love for this cover. You guys sound so AMAZING!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[audrapyramid]

I Love You guys just amazing vocals and man Them Harmonies! Don't stop making them hits!! Can't wait to see more.. Fan of all of you since the Voice and American Idol! Your Amazing!!💜🙏🎶🎤

[rodneyshane]

Ya'll keep playing and singing. Send it brothers.

[victoriapennockband]

yeah, I love this song and am glad I discovered via a random email. Sept 2nd at Come and Take It Live, I'lll be there! LOVE LOVE the

[connieheydenreich]

so amazing i love this song you sure did it Justice Love it great jpb

[hoopinl]

You guys are amazing!!! Love love love!!! ❤️😊

[annecrane]

I certainly hope the 3 of you can make it to or near Atlanta! Amazing harmony!

[kylenseely]

That's some mighty fine a pickin' and a singin'

[robertmarple]

Great, great sound. The hall echos add the same touch as the production reverb. But the last 2 verses??

[williamdavis-fbhk]

What tuning is this in? I have been jamming to some of y'alls other songs and it seems im always playing a half step down from what key I initially thought it was in. Sounds amazing!!