Song of the Week: Jersey Girl

Tom Waits is an amazing artist whose oeuvre is diverse and extensive.  One song from relatively early in his career that is not usually associated with him is "Jersey Girl."  A sweet, romantic song, it is often attributed to Bruce Springsteen given its content and the fact that it is a staple of his live shows.  However, it was in fact written and recorded first by Waits.  Here's a version:

Or, if you're feeling contrary, here is Eddie Vedder performing it: