Fulton County Jane Doe Lyrics

Lyric discussion by bbobbyb 

Cover art for Fulton County Jane Doe lyrics by Brandi Carlile

I read an article in the ATL paper about a young woman found dead in ATL that they never were able to identify. She was called "Fulton County Jane Doe" in the headline. I assume Brandi saw this and was saddened that someone died with no connection or family. The detail about the tattoo "Jesus" on her hand was in the article. I also think Brandi wanted to immortalize her by paying tribute to her and putting it out in the world.

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