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Introduction
Imagine sitting around a campfire, the night air filled with the scent of burning wood, and then out of the blue, your friend pulls out a banjo and starts strumming a tune that’s as whimsical as it is eerie. That’s the essence of Leroy Troy’s “Ghost Chickens in the Sky,” a song that taps into the rich vein of bluegrass music while infusing it with a dose of supernatural humor.
“Ghost Chickens in the Sky” is a playful parody of the classic “Ghost Riders in the Sky,” yet it stands on its own with its unique twist. It tells the story of chickens meeting their untimely fate in a processing plant and then coming back as vengeful spirits in the sky. The song doesn’t just echo through the hills; it clucks its way into the hearts of listeners with its peculiar charm and banjo-driven beats.
Leroy Troy delivers this song with a tongue-in-cheek tone that captures the listener’s imagination. It’s not just the story of ghostly poultry that makes the song endearing but the way Troy brings out the humor amidst a theme of cosmic justice. This song, with its catchy melody and quirky lyrics, becomes an anthem for anyone who appreciates a good laugh mixed with traditional tunes.
Engagement with the Audience
“Ghost Chickens in the Sky” does more than entertain; it connects with the audience on a level that combines nostalgia for classic bluegrass with a modern sense of humor. It reminds us of the storytelling prowess found in traditional music and how it can be twisted into something fantastically modern. Whether you’re a long-time bluegrass enthusiast or someone who enjoys a humorous song, this track is sure to pluck at the strings of your heart, perhaps causing a chuckle or two along the way.
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Lyrics
A Chicken farmer went out one dark and dreary day.
He rested by the coop as he went along his way.
When all at once a rotten egg hit him in the eye.
It was the sight he dreaded: Ghost Chickens in the Sky!
Chorus:
Bok, Bok, Bok, Bok.
Bok, Bok, Bok, Bok.
Ghost Chickens in the Sky!
The Farmer had raised chickens since he was 24,
Workin’ for the Colonel for 30 years or more,
Killing all those chickens and sending them to fry.
Now they want revengeÛ_.Ghost Chickens in the sky.
Chorus
Their feet were black and shiny. Their eyes were burning red.
They had no meat or feathers. These chickens all were dead.
They picked the farmer up and he died by the claw.
They cooked him extra crispy, and ate him with cole slaw.