Now somewhere in the Black Mountain Hills of Dakota
There lived a young boy named Rocky Raccoon
And one day his woman ran off with another guy
Hit young Rocky in the eye Rocky didn’t like that
He said “I’m gonna get that boy”
So one day he walked into town
Booked himself a room in the local saloon
Rocky Raccoon checked into his room
Only to find Gideon’s Bible
Rocky had come, equipped with a gun
To shoot off the legs of his rival
His rival, it seems, had broken his dreams
By stealing the girl of his fancy
Her name was Magill, and she called herself Lil
But everyone knew her as Nancy
Now she and her man, who called himself Dan
Were in the next room at the hoedown
Rocky burst in, and grinning a grin
He said, “Danny boy, this is a showdown”
But Daniel was hot, he drew first and shot
And Rocky collapsed in the corner, ah
D’da d’da d’da da da da
D’da d’da d’da da da da
D’da d’da d’da da d’da d’da d’da d’da
Do do do do do do
D’do d’do d’do do do do
D’do d’do d’do do do do
D’do d’do d’do do do d’do d’do d’do d’do
Do do do do do do
Now, the doctor came in, stinking of gin
And proceeded to lie on the table
He said, “Rocky, you met your match”
And Rocky said, “Doc, it’s only a scratch
And I’ll be better, I’ll be better, Doc, as soon as I am able”
And now Rocky Raccoon, he fell back in his room
Only to find Gideon’s Bible
Gideon checked out and he left it no doubt
To help with good Rocky’s revival, ah
Oh yeah, yeah
D’do d’do d’do do do do
D’do d’do d’do do do do
D’do d’do d’do do do d’do d’do d’do d’do
Do do do do do do
D’do d’do d’do do do do, come on, Rocky boy
D’do d’do d’do do do do, come on, Rocky boy
D’do d’do d’do do do d’do d’do d’do d’do
The story of Rocky there
The Tale of Rocky Raccoon: A Humorous Western Ballad
“Rocky Raccoon” by The Beatles brings a playful, almost cinematic twist to the classic story of heartbreak and revenge. Set in the Black Mountain Hills of Dakota, the lyrics follow young Rocky as he seeks retribution after his lover leaves him for another man. The narrative unfolds with tongue-in-cheek humor, blending elements of old Western storytelling and whimsical wordplay. As Rocky confronts his rival, the song takes an unexpected turn—he is bested, only to be patched up by a less-than-sober doctor. The recurring mention of Gideon’s Bible adds a quirky touch, hinting at themes of fate, forgiveness, and comic resilience. The colorful characters and lively narrative make this track a standout for its storytelling and wit.
Song Credits
- Songwriters: Paul McCartney, John Lennon
- Release Year: 1968
- Label: Apple Records