Lyrics
Waitin' around downtown with my boogyin' shoes
Expressing anticipation while waiting in downtown with a desire to dance.
Head down, singin' the blues
Feeling down and singing the blues while keeping a low profile.
I know what I wanna do tonight
Having a clear idea of what the speaker wants to do on this night.
Waitin' around downtown with the funk in my feet
Waiting in downtown with a confident and funky demeanor.
Debonair, Barely Skipping a beat
Confident and debonair, barely missing a beat with the funk in the speaker's feet.
I know what I wanna do tonight
Reiterating the speaker's certainty about their plans for the night.
Waitin' around downtown with my band of ghouls
Waiting with a group of friends ("band of ghouls") in downtown.
Kickin it, we're smokin' some cools
Enjoying time with friends, possibly smoking, and wondering if someone special will be present.
Wonder if she'll be here tonight
Expressing curiosity about the presence of a specific person tonight.
Getting brave with a shot to the brain
Taking a daring action, possibly with alcohol, indicating boldness.
Head to my grave sippin' cheap champagne
Humorous reference to enjoying life with a touch of danger.
Enemy plane zeroes in shes in his sights
Introducing a potential conflict or obstacle with the mention of an enemy plane.
She shoots 'em down with a careless glance
The person of interest dismisses threats with ease, creating a sense of admiration.
It makes me feel like I've got a chance
The person's reaction makes the speaker feel hopeful and encouraged.
Navy girl, whatcha say, can I have this dance?
Inviting the "Navy girl" for a dance and expressing confidence in dancing skills.
I'm good with my hands
Confidently stating a skill, possibly related to music or manual dexterity.
Oh I really think I've got a chance
Reiterating the speaker's belief in having a chance, possibly due to musical talent.
Did I mention that I'm in a band?
Highlighting the speaker's membership in a band as a point of interest.
And Ms. Meaty major 7's got me scrubbin' the deck
Describing the impact of "Ms. Meaty's" music with major 7 chords on the speaker's emotions.
Taken aback, nearly had a heart attack
Expressing surprise and excitement, nearly having a heart attack due to the impact of the music.
She's got the moves in her Navy blues
Complimenting Ms. Meaty's dancing skills in her Navy uniform.
She's the one I wanna see take flight
Expressing a desire to see Ms. Meaty succeed or impress.
A dime in hand, you know I'm bettin' that we
Referring to a betting scenario with the expectation of a positive outcome by closing time.
By closing time, we'll be mackin' no cheese
Anticipating a romantic or intimate connection by the end of the night.
I wanna be in her company
Expressing a desire to be in Ms. Meaty's company.
Waiting around downtown she's working the crowd
Observing Ms. Meaty working the crowd, emphasizing her attractiveness.
Her go-go boots, she's a pin-up gal
Describing Ms. Meaty's appearance, specifically her go-go boots and pin-up girl vibe.
Check my lists, let's just hope I land, I land
Checking off a list, hoping for success in landing a connection with Ms. Meaty.
Sign me up to enlist my frame
Expressing willingness to commit to a relationship, using military enlistment metaphorically.
War's a game and I'm ready to play
Viewing the pursuit of love as a game, ready to participate.
Fall in line, stand at ease, let me show my rank
Conveying a sense of authority and readiness to impress, possibly using military references.
A strapping lad, you gotta admit
Describing oneself as a strong and attractive individual.
She looks at me like I'm full of shit
Noting a skeptical or disapproving look from Ms. Meaty.
Oh god oh girl won't you help me out
Seeking help or approval from Ms. Meaty with a touch of humor.
I'm new in town
Expressing a sense of being new in town, possibly seeking guidance or acceptance.
Oh I really think I've got a chance
Reiterating the speaker's belief in having a chance, possibly due to musical talent.
Did I mention that I'm in a band?
Highlighting the speaker's membership in a band as a point of interest.
Ms. Meaty Major 7's got me scrubbin' the deck
Repeating the impact of Ms. Meaty's music on the speaker's emotions.
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