"Mr. Griffin" by Cody Jinks tells the story of a man who arrives in a town in 1972. He seems fearful and haunted by something. He finds work in the mines, mining for silver and gold, and becomes successful in his job. In the evenings, he plays the fiddle, but his music carries a sense of sadness and darkness. It is rumored that his love, presumably his fiancée, died the night before their wedding, adding to the sorrow in his heart. The man isolates himself from the distractions of women and alcohol, fearing that they may lead him astray or expose the secrets he keeps. One June night, while playing his fiddle, a gunshot rings out, and he is later found dead in the hole he had dug. The song suggests that he may have been seeking redemption or trying to pay off a debt through his work and music, but ultimately, he ends up digging his own grave. It is said that even after his death, his fiddle can still be heard playing in the evenings, carrying the weight of his tragic story. Overall, "Mr. Griffin" explores themes of regret, loss, and the consequences of one's actions. The haunting and mournful tone of the song captures the tragedy of a man trying to find solace but ultimately succumbing to his inner demons.
