Dixon's Girl

Expressing that someone taught a skill or ability.

Suggesting that the walls have acquired the ability to "talk," possibly metaphorical for sharing secrets or experiences.

Indicating a refusal to acknowledge or respond to inquiries.

Reiterating the lack of information or awareness.

Repetition emphasizing a return to a challenging situation, possibly a metaphorical "drawing board" of life.

Back to the wall, bat to the ball, back to the drawing board

Back to the wall, bat to the ball, back to the drawing board

Describing the circumstances of the initial meeting during a snowstorm at a club named Saint Sebastian's.

When you and I met

At a club called Saint Sebastian's

But the sign said something different

I remember thinkin'

That I didn't have a shot at Mississippi-television told us

Which roads they were closing

There goes a rap show

Portraying the subject as the wife of a famous man (Dixon), with a talent for playing the piano.

As the wife of a famous man

Everybody who knew said

There goes Dixon's girl again

Even the walls all lean closer

When she plays the piano real slow

Expressing admiration for the subject's qualities, including the ability to handle liquor, engage in conversation, and withstand mistreatment from her man.

But you can hold a little liquor

You could hold a conversation

You could hold your own mic, and

Even that night I learned the truth about your man

You gotta be big to treat pretty girls bad

Expressing support and belief in the subject despite limited resources ("not much" money).

But my money's on you, it's not much

But my money's on you, it's not much

But my money, not much, but my money

Not much, but my money

My money's on you

Referring to bad news about the subject, acknowledging distance, and expressing continued thoughts and concern.

Bad news moves like fire that you fight on the phone

And I'm too far away, my well-wishing can't touch you

But I think of you still more than you might suppose

Describing others' interest in the subject, highlighting her talents, and offering support in times of trouble.

Wanna hear you hit the high note

Wanna know if they can get you for a little less, girl I don't

I know how the stones can fly

Had some hard goodbyes

Call me up, day or night

Free drinks and bad advice

Reiterating the limited financial support but expressing continued belief in the subject.

But my money's on you, it's not much

But my money's on you, it's not much

But my money, it's not much, but my money

Not much, but my money

My money's on you

Repeating the theme of facing challenges and returning to the "drawing board."

Back to the wall, bat to the ball, back to the drawing board

Back to the wall, bat to the ball, back to the drawing board

Back to the wall, bat to the ball

Final affirmation of belief and support despite the limited resources.

My money's on you