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      • The Candyman of the song is a gambler, a drinker, a musician, and a ladies’ man—that much is certain. He is also, likely, from context and from the traditional use of the moniker, a drug dealer. So he is on the wrong side of the law, as is the case with many of the narrator characters in Grateful Dead songs.
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      Grateful Dead Greatest Stories Ever Told - "Candyman"

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  3. www.songfacts.com › facts › grateful-deadCandyman by Grateful Dead - Songfacts

    It makes everything about the candyman character in the song seem sympathetic, when the lyrics suggest that he is anything but. Dead lyricist Robert Hunter said he certainly didn't resonate with the character's penchant for violence (more on that below).

  4. www.songmeaningsandfacts.com › candyman-byCandyman by Grateful Dead - Song Meanings and Facts

    Oct 13, 2023 · Candyman is a song that spins a tale of a somewhat mysterious character, and it was shared with people by the Grateful Dead in 1970. The song tells the story of the Candyman, a man who seems to live a life that is both sweet and a bit dark.

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  6. www.dead.net › greatest-stories-ever-told-candymanGrateful Dead Greatest Stories Ever Told - "Candyman"

    Dec 12, 2013 · The Candyman of the song is a gambler, a drinker, a musician, and a ladies’ man—that much is certain. He is also, likely, from context and from the traditional use of the moniker, a drug dealer.

  7. beatcrave.com › w2 › the-meaning-behind-the-songThe Meaning Behind The Song: Candyman by The Grateful Dead

    “Candyman” is not just a song; it is a gateway to self-reflection and a reminder to navigate life’s temptations with caution and mindfulness. So, next time you listen to “Candyman” by The Grateful Dead, take a moment to delve into its profound meaning and let it resonate within you.

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    Candyman Lyrics. Come all you pretty women. with your hair hanging down. Open up your windows 'cause. the Candyman's in town. Come on boys and gamble. Roll those laughing bones.

  10. www.songtell.com › the-grateful-dead › candymanMeaning of Candyman by The Grateful Dead - Songtell

    The Candyman is depicted as an expert gambler who confidently challenges others and consistently wins their money, taking it home with him. This portrays a sense of both admiration and caution, as he may symbolize the dangers of indulging in addictive behaviors.

  11. www.youtube.com › watchGrateful Dead - Candyman - 10/29/1980 - Radio City ... - YouTube

    Grateful Dead - CandymanRecorded Live: 10/29/1980 - Radio City Music Hall - New York, NYMore Grateful Dead at Music Vault: http://www.musicvault.comSubscribe...

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