"Cut Across Shorty" is a song written by Marijohn Wilkin and Wayne P. Walker,[1] originally released and made popular by Eddie Cochran.

It was the b-side of his number 1 UK hit "Three Steps To Heaven" and the last song he ever recorded.

[2] In Wallonia (French Belgium) his single spent 18 weeks on the chart, peaking at number 9.

"Cut Across Shorty" was also recorded by Rod Stewart for his 1970 album Gasoline Alley, with Ronnie Wood playing several instruments.

During the session they recorded a version of "Cut Across Shorty" which was included on the album Unplugged...and Seated.