Drug Store Truck Drivin’ Man – Gram Parsons, Joan Baez, Roger McGuinn (Piano-Vocal-Guitar)

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Drug Store Truck Drivin' Man is a classic folk song written by two of the most influential artists in the genre: Roger McGuinn, founder of The Byrds, and Gram Parsons, an integral part of The Flying Burrito Brothers. The piece is in D Major and B Minor, with a total of 59 measures. A nod to the country-western genre, the lyrics are a portrait of a workingman's daily grind, paying homage to the truck drivers, drug store clerks and other laborers who keep the country running. Joan Baez's stunning harmony vocals add an emotional depth to the song, making it one of the most beloved and timeless songs of the genre.