This is perhaps the most famous "deep" piece associated with the name. It is a spoken-word country narrative (similar to his hit "Teddy Bear") that tells a heart-wrenching story about a trucker and his loyal dog, Little Joe.
A 2019 psychological drama/thriller about a genetically engineered plant that releases pollen capable of changing people's personalities, serving as a cautionary tale about work-life balance and scientific ethics. Little Joe
A somber folk/bluegrass song about a dying child asking his mother what will happen to his things and his dog after he is gone. This is perhaps the most famous "deep" piece