Lyrics
The dollar is weak against major currencies
The value of the dollar is low compared to major currencies.
At the mini mart it's gold
Gold is available at the mini-mart, suggesting opulence or luxury.
Gary's stop and shop has all you'd ever need
Gary's stop and shop is a place where one can find everything they need.
If you can name it, it's been sold
Any item imaginable has been sold at Gary's stop and shop.
You see him walking town with all his guards abound
The person described is seen in town surrounded by guards.
If you see him you would know
If you see him, you can recognize him.
He's in his royal gown, he's knighted by the crown
He is dressed in royal attire and has been knighted by the crown.
He's the one they call The Queen's Wino
He is known as "The Queen's Wino," possibly suggesting a royal affiliation despite being a drinker.
The Queen's Wino
Reiteration of the title, emphasizing his association with the queen.
Oh, The Queen's Wino
-If you look in his eyes and ask him real nice
If you ask him nicely, he will share a story with you.
He'll gift a story to your ear
He may request a beer in return for his story, but it's worth hearing.
It's been told more than twice, he'll ask you for a beer, buts it something that you'll wanna hear
A flashback to 1943 when he was a sad teenager, saved by a girl named Elizabeth.
It was 1943, he a sad and lonely teen, holding on by his final breath
He was struggling for life, and Elizabeth provided him with support.
And this sweet young girl, she gave him all the world and her name was Elizabeth
A girl named Elizabeth played a significant role in his life during 1943.
There he goes, the last true backstreet hero
He is portrayed as the last true backstreet hero, though misunderstood by passersby.
In grand costume, you can't assume, but people passing still label him a zero
Despite his grand costume, people still label him as a zero.
The life he's lived, the times he's had all seem so grand, but nobody believes him
His life experiences seem impressive, but others doubt the authenticity of his stories.
Local drunk or global hunk, we'll never know, but to this town he'll always be The Queen's Wino
Whether considered a local drunk or a global hunk, he will always be "The Queen's Wino" to the town.
Oh, The Queen's Wino
Reiteration of the title, emphasizing his association with the queen.
She had noble ancestors, he never would have guessed her, but he loved her for her loyalty
Elizabeth had noble ancestors, and the man loved her for her loyalty.
He was from Rochester, son of an investor, but nothing close to royalty
The man, from Rochester, proposed to Elizabeth despite not having royal lineage.
He said run off with me, but her house still possessed her, he was left with a final plea
Despite his proposal, Elizabeth's family ties prevented her from running away with him.
She said come be my jester, so his laughter could infect her, a drunkard working for the queen
She asked him to be her jester, a comedic figure, working for the queen.
Working for the queen
Reiteration of working for the queen, possibly in a humorous or symbolic role.
There he goes, the last true backstreet hero
Reiteration of him being the last true backstreet hero.
In grand costume, you can't assume, but people passing still label him a zero
Despite his grand costume, people still label him as a zero.
The life he's lived, the times he's had all seem so grand, but nobody believes him
Despite his seemingly grand life, others doubt the authenticity of his experiences.
Local drunk or global hunk, we'll never know, but to this town he'll always be The Queen's Wino
Whether considered a local drunk or a global hunk, he will always be "The Queen's Wino" to the town.
Oh, The Queen's Wino
Reiteration of the title, emphasizing his association with the queen.
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