16 Shells From a Thirty-Ought-Six

"16 Shells From a Thirty-Ought-Six" is a song by Tom Waits appearing on his 1983 album Swordfishtrombones. In 1988, it was released as a single in support of his live performance album Big Time. The title refers to the .30-06 Springfield caliber.

Accolades

(*) designates unordered lists.

Formats and track listing

All songs written by Tom Waits.

UK 7" single (IS 370)

1. "16 Shells From a Thirty-Ought-Six" – 4:10
2. "Big Black Mariah" – 2:41

UK 12" single (12 IS 370)

1. "16 Shells From a Thirty-Ought-Six" – 4:10
2. "Big Black Mariah" – 2:41
3. "Ruby's Arms" – 4:44

Personnel

Adapted from the 16 Shells From a Thirty-Ought-Six liner notes.

• Tom Waits – vocals, production

Musicians

• Victor Feldman – brake drum, bell plate, snare
• Stephen Hodges – drums
• Larry Taylor – acoustic bass
• Fred Tackett – electric guitar
• Joe Romano – trombone

Production and additional personnel

• Biff Dawes – recording, mixing
• Daniel Hainey – photography

Release history

References

External links

• "16 Shells From a Thirty-Ought-Six" at Discogs (list of releases)