Tom T. Hall

thumb| Thomas Hall (May 25, 1936 – August 20, 2021), known professionally as Tom T. Hall and informally nicknamed "the Storyteller", was an American country music singer-songwriter and short-story author. Quotes Ain't but three things in this world that's worth a solitary dime, But old dogs and children and watermelon wine. "(Old Dogs, Children and) Watermelon Wine" (1972) Yes, a monkey was the President, though maybe not the first And there was peace and harmony throughout the universe. "The Monkey That Became President" (1972) I love coffee in a cup, Little fuzzy pups, Bourbon in a glass, And grass. "I Love", st. 2 (1973) I love winners when they cry, Losers when they try. "I Love", st. 3 (1973) It's faster horses Younger women Older whiskey More money. "Faster Horses (The Cowboy and the Poet)", chorus (1975) Apparently an anonymous Texan boast, late 19th century Whiskey's too rough Champagne costs too much Vodka puts my mouth in gear This little refrain Should help me explain As a matter of fact I like beer (He likes beer). "I Like Beer", chorus (1975) External links Category:1936 births Category:2021 deaths Category:Songwriters from the United States Category:People from Kentucky Category:Suicides Category:Country singers Category:Grammy Award winners Category:Short story writers from the United States