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"Marie Laveau" was written by The Giving Tree author Shel Silverstein with Baxter Taylor and saw success by several artists.

Meaning Behind: “Marie Laveau” by Bobby Bare

By Alli Patton Feb 23, 2023 | 10:00 AM

Many songs tell of legendary figures, but the jaunty country tune “Marie Laveau” is more of a cautionary tale than a heroic epic. In the song’s meaning lies arguably the sagest advice: When you run into a swamp witch, just leave her alone. The Origins “Marie Laveau” was written by The Giving Tree author Shel […]

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