Darrell Dragoo - Lyricist • Songwriter • Storyteller

Born in Corpus Christi, Texas in 1967, Darrell Dragoo grew up surrounded by the Gulf Coast’s salt air

and music in his heart. By the time he was in high school, he was already writing lyrics, sketching out

stories in song form that reflected both youthful dreams and the restless spirit of coastal life.

In 1985, he moved to Austin, where he became immersed in the city’s thriving live music scene. Over

the decades, Darrell worked behind the curtain as a roadie, lighting director, and stage manager,

supporting countless artists and learning firsthand what makes a song connect with an audience.

Those years on the road and backstage gave him an insider’s view of music at its most raw and

authentic. An education no classroom could provide.

While he supported other artists’ performances, Darrell never stopped writing. His lyrics draw deeply

from a life lived on the move—songs that blend storytelling with emotion, carrying influences of coastal

country, Americana, rock and blues. Whether capturing the adventure of the open sea, the humor and

humanity of everyday life, or the reflective tone of a ballad, his writing is rooted in honesty and

experience.

He is a member of ASCAP and owner of Dragoo Music Publishing.

Musicians have told Darrell to never to lose the simplicity in his lyrics, it’s what makes them connect.

Where others get tangled in words, Darrell keeps songwriting simple, honest, and true.

He dosen't overthink lyrics , He lets the song find its own way. Simplicity is his signature;

He writes songs that feel natural, not forced.

Today, Darrell continues to write and refine his craft, channeling decades of life, travel, and music into

songs with both heart and grit. From Austin’s legendary stages to the quiet solitude of the songwriting

desk, his journey has always been about telling stories that last.

Dragoomusic@gmail.com