The Kentucky Headhunters - Dumas Walker Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When was the song 'Dumas Walker' released?

   'Dumas Walker' was released in January 1990 as the second single from The Kentucky Headhunters' 1989 album, Pickin' on Nashville.

2. How did 'Dumas Walker' perform on the charts?

   The song reached number 15 on the Country charts.

3. Who were the writers of the song 'Dumas Walker'?

   'Dumas Walker' was written by the five members of The Kentucky Headhunters at the time: Doug Phelps, Fred K. Young, Gregory Glen Martin, Richard Oren Young, and Ricky Lee Phelps.

4. What is the 'slaw burger, fries and a bottle of Ski' in the song?

   The lyrics mentioning 'slaw burger, fries and a bottle of Ski' refer to a meal from a restaurant in Greensburg, Kentucky, called Adolphus Ennis, where the band members would go after a show.

5. Who is Dumas Walker mentioned in the song?

   Dumas Walker, as described in the song, was a retailer and a world-class marbles champion from Moss, Tennessee. He owned a small shop near the Kentucky-Tennessee state line that sold beer, snacks, and fireworks.

6. Why did The Kentucky Headhunters insist on including 'Dumas Walker' on their album?

   The Kentucky Headhunters insisted on including 'Dumas Walker' on their album 'Pickin' on Nashville' because of the positive reactions the song received during their live shows.