This incredibly rare 4.75x5 napkin featuring handwritten lyrics by legendary blues guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan offers an intimate look into his songwriting process during the creation of "Telephone Song." While not signed, the lyrics were penned directly by Stevie Ray Vaughan himself and are accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (COA) and matching hologram from Beckett Authentication Services, one of the most trusted names in memorabilia authentication. The authenticity can be verified on the Beckett Authentication Services website.

These handwritten lyrics are believed to be early drafts from the 1990 album Family Style by The Vaughan Brothers, capturing the raw creative energy behind what would become a fan-favorite track co-written by Stevie and his brother Jimmie Vaughan. The working title on the napkin, “Truest Tone Phone,” adds a compelling touch of backstory to the evolution of “Telephone Song.” Although fragmentary, several lines from this handwritten piece—like “I love you baby with all of my heart” and “Come on & squeeze me tight”—made it into the final recorded version.

Key Details:

• Item: Original 4.75x5 napkin with handwritten lyrics by Stevie Ray Vaughan (not signed)
• Lyrics: Early version of “Telephone Song” from The Vaughan Brothers' 1990 album Family Style
• Authentication: Includes COA and hologram by Beckett Authentication Services
• Condition: Minor moisture spotting and creasing consistent with age; handwriting remains crisp and legible
• Historical Significance: Offers a window into Stevie Ray Vaughan's personal lyric development process