Tom Waits - “On The Nickel” (Letterman, 1983) by Youtube

I’m riding a major Tom Waits kick thanks to seeing him earlier this week in Jacksonville. I dug out all his records, sought out ones I didn’t own, and then did the ultimate waste of time by entering his name into YouTube. I was specifically looking for the song “On The Nickel,” a favorite from the aforementioned concert describing homelessness on 5th Street in Los Angeles.

While there are other videos that contain only the song’s performance, I found enhanced beauty in the banter between the young versions of both Tom and Dave. It gives you a great look into just just how quick witted both men are. Enjoy.

Tom Waits - Interview + On The Nickel (Letterman, 1983)

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