Blind Lemon Jefferson — Peach Orchard Mama lyrics

Lyrics

Peach orchard mama: you swore nobody’d pick your fruit
but me I found three kid‑men: shaking down your peaches tree
One man bought your groceries: another joker paid your
rent
While I work in your orchard: and giving you every cent
Went to the police station: begged the police to put me in jail
I didn’t want to kill you mama: but I hate to see your
peaches tree fail
Peach orchard mama: don’t treat your papa so mean
Chase out all those kid‑men: and let me keep your
orchard clean
Peach orchard mama: don’t turn your papa down
Because when I gets mad: I acts just like a clown