Dram Shop Gal
Dram Shop Gal: Embracing Freedom in the Night's Warm Hug
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He said be my gal, my soap and water gal
He wants a partner who is clean and wholesome, someone who will keep him away from trouble in the city.
Someone who'll keep me from downtown
Despite his desire for a responsible partner, he still enjoys engaging in reckless behavior.
But I still like to do my runnin' round
The commitment being asked of him feels restrictive, and he refuses to be tied down.
So it could not be, I would not be bound
He emphasizes his refusal to be constrained in any way.
Sometimes the night is like a nasty drug
Nighttime can be alluring and addictive like a drug.
The way it do me is just like a hug
The night's allure feels comforting and welcoming, akin to a hug.
It wraps me in a warm embrace
It engulfs him in a comforting way.
Leaves me hunting more than just a taste
Leaves him wanting more than just a taste of this lifestyle.
I'm a dram shop gal, I like my spinning round
He enjoys frequenting drinking establishments, reveling in the experience of being there.
I'm just a dram shop gal, spin me round
Reiterating his affinity for such places and the associated lifestyle.
I don't trust no man that slick back his hair
Expresses distrust towards men who present themselves as overly slick or sophisticated.
Though he may be a millionaire
Even if they possess wealth, their demeanor raises suspicion.
He got sticky hands and too much time
They're perceived as untrustworthy due to their behavior and excessive free time.
Leave me to wonder how he made that dime
Leaves her curious about their questionable means of acquiring wealth.
But I'm a dram shop girl, I need my spinnin' round
Emphasizes her identification with the lifestyle of visiting drinking establishments.
So I'll be your dram shop gal if you'll spin me round
Expresses willingness to engage in this lifestyle if it means freedom and enjoyment.
Good times they come but are bound to go
Highlights the transient nature of good times, acknowledging their impermanence.
And how long you got em you'll never know
Uncertainty surrounds the duration of enjoying good times.
So don't dance too slow, don't think too loud
Advises against getting too comfortable or complacent.
The band that's playin' likes a rowdy crowd
The band prefers an energetic and lively audience.
I'm a dram shop gal, so spin me round
Reaffirms her inclination towards the lifestyle of frequenting drinking establishments.
I'm just a dram shop gal, spin me round
Reiterates her preference for being in such environments and enjoying the experience.
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