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Kingston Trio – The Tijuana Jail lyrics
Denny Thompson

We went one day about a month ago (ha ha ha) to have a little fun (ah ha) in Mexico.
We ended up in a gambling spot (ha ha ha) where the liquor flowed and the dice were hot.

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So, here we are in the Tijuana jail. Ain't got no friends to go our bail.
So, here we'll stay 'cause we can't pay. Just send our mail to the Tijuana jail.

I was shooting dice, raking in the dough (long green) and then I heard a whistle blow.
We started to run when a man in blue said, "Senor, come with me 'cause I want you."

(Chorus)

Just five hundred dollars and they'll set us free. I couldn't raise a penny if they threatened me.
I know five hundred don't sound like much (cheap), but just try to find somebody to touch.

(Chorus, twice)
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Songwriters: DENNY THOMPSON
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    My father, Denny Thompson, wrote "The Tijuana Jail!" I couldn't be more proud of his accomplishments, they were many. I still trip when I see the many mentions of him on the internet. Unfortunately, Dad passed December 2020. Our Kingston Trio family were lovely, and sent many awesome tributes. They also mentioned that they play the TTJ every time they perform! Shout out to you, Dad. You're still the coolest guy I ever knew!
    Sidebar: the Kingston Trio had to make a quick move because they were racing Harry belafonte to record the song! I was never told that story until after my father passed.
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    [Intro][Verse][Pre-Chorus][Chorus][Hook][Bridge][Outro]