16 Shells From a Thirty-Ought-Six

"16 Shells From a Thirty-Ought-Six" is a song by Tom Waits appearing on his 1983 album Swordfishtrombones. In 1988, it was released as a single in support of his live performance album Big Time. The title refers to the .30-06 Springfield caliber.

Accolades
(*) designates unordered lists.

Formats and track listing
All songs written by Tom Waits.
 * UK 7" single (IS 370)
 * 1) "16 Shells From a Thirty-Ought-Six" – 4:10
 * 2) "Big Black Mariah" – 2:41


 * UK 12" single (12 IS 370)
 * 1) "16 Shells From a Thirty-Ought-Six" – 4:10
 * 2) "Big Black Mariah" – 2:41
 * 3) "Ruby's Arms" – 4:44

Personnel
Adapted from the 16 Shells From a Thirty-Ought-Six liner notes.


 * Tom Waits – vocals, production

Musicians

 * Victor Feldman – brake drum, bell plate, snare
 * Stephen Hodges – drums
 * Larry Taylor – acoustic bass
 * Fred Tackett – electric guitar
 * Joe Romano – trombone

Production and additional personnel

 * Biff Dawes – recording, mixing
 * Daniel Hainey – photography