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Eaten by a Crow

By Dan Jenkins

1,089 views Jul 21, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Dan Jenkins' 'EATEN BY A CROW' is a humorous and reflective song that explores the uncertainty of life's end. The artist expresses a desire to avoid a slow decline in a nursing home, preferring instead to die actively, perhaps even dramatically, like being eaten by a crow. The song blends dark humor with a love for life and a wish to remain engaged until the very end. While it touches on mortality, it does not explicitly reference Christian themes of resurrection, heaven, or God's plan. The tone is more philosophical and personal than overtly religious.

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Only God knows how our life will end. Nobody wants to end their life trapped in a nursing home, with someone else changing their diaper. Everyone wants to end their life with their hand to the plow. This is a humorous song explaining how I feel...and it is also a love song...Hope you enjoy the Montana born music and lyrics. Dan

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