Tennessee River Pirate

Well I am called Captain Owl Talons and my ship is called the phantom dragon

I carry precious jewels, incenses, spices and priceless works of art 

And hide my booty in the wide open caves no one else knows about 

But the Cherokees to this day.... 

Well I've traveled every river in the United States of America and 

Caused quite a ruckus and riots by bigots who still fear the way 

Of the pirate... 

Well I may look a mess and smell to high Heaven, no I can't remember 

The last time I took a bath, it might been about seven but the joke 

Is on you I am the wealthiest man in the world, someday I might 

Retire and live as a hermit at the top of Signal Mtn. Maybe I'll go to 

Church and repent and sing a choir but as of today I'm not ready to trade 

These waters for a fireside rocking chair... 

No 'cuz I love the smell of Chattanooga and its clean fresh air, I love 

The thrill of standing at my ship's wheel, I love being a living legend and 

Wanted men...so catch me, catch me if you can... 

Tennessee River Pirate, Tennessee River Pirate and I'll die as I am!