The Myth of Tom Waits

I don't quite recall what brought me to Tom Waits's music for the first time. I think that I heard a cover of "O'l 55" (not by the Eagles) and once I discovered who penned the song, I wanted to hear the original. I do know that the first CD I bought was "Closing Time" and I was hooked from the song, "I Hope That I Don't Fall In Love With You."

Being a music appreciator, I have found that many artists from different genres cite Tom Waits as one of their influences. His music is important to a lot of people, but his persona is also important to a lot of people. He's eccentric without trying hard to be. He's brilliant, amazing, and I adore him. I'm in awe of him. I think he's beautiful in every way. I try to share his music with those that I love and I get frustrated when they don't get it.

Top 15 Tom Waits Songs

15. "Please Call Me Baby"
14. "Pasties and a G String"
13. "Jersey Girl"
12. "Hope That I Don't Fall In Love With You"
11. "16 Shells..."
10. "Martha"
9. "Virginia Ave."
8. "Step Right Up"
7. "Big in Japan"
6. "Frank's Wild Years"
5. "Christmas Card From A Hooker in Minneapolis"
4. "Heartattack and Vine"
3. "Ruby's Arms"
2. "Come on Up To the House"
1. "Gun St. Girl"