Half Pint of Whiskey
Intoxicating Revelry: Johnny Guitar Watson's Ode to Love and Liberation
Lyrics
Well I met a fine lady she was, cute and small
Expressing admiration for a small and attractive woman.
One look at her, had to fall
Immediate attraction upon seeing her.
Said come on over and, follow my lead
Inviting the lady to follow and suggesting they engage in conversation.
If you wanna talk trash here's all you need
Encouraging candid and straightforward communication, perhaps with a rebellious or bold attitude.
Half-pint of whiskey, half pint of whiskey
Emphasizing the consumption of a half-pint of whiskey as a means to facilitate a clear and honest conversation.
Half-pint of whiskey, half pint of whiskey
-Half-pint of whiskey, and a long talk clears the mind
-Yes I stopped on the corner at the, liquor store
Describing a visit to a liquor store, acquiring a special bottle, and anticipating a night of enjoyment with a romantic partner.
Got me a bottle that had a glow
-Me and my baby gonna ball tonight
-I got what it takes to keep her doing right
-Half-pint of whiskey, half pint of whiskey
Reiterating the role of a half-pint of whiskey in fostering clear communication and a relaxed state of mind.
Half-pint of whiskey, half pint of whiskey
-Half-pint of whiskey, and a long talk clears the mind
-Yes my TV breaking and light down low
Detailing a setting with a broken TV, dim lights, and pleasant music, while highlighting the positive impact of the partner's words.
Real fine music on my radio
-As my baby works on her mind
-She said one thing that makes me feel so fine
-Half-pint of whiskey, half pint of whiskey
Re-emphasizing the significance of a half-pint of whiskey and its role in mental clarity.
Half-pint of whiskey, half pint of whiskey
-Half-pint of whiskey, and a long talk clears the mind
-Well she drink all night, couldn't stop
Narrating an incident where the partner consumes a large quantity of alcohol and experiences the consequences the next day.
Had a full gallon and I couldn't knock her out
-When a milkman called at the break of day
-She was rockin' on her legs and cryin' right away
-Half-pint of whiskey, half pint of whiskey
Underlining the recurring theme of the positive effects of a half-pint of whiskey on the mind.
Half-pint of whiskey, half pint of whiskey
-Half-pint of whiskey, and a long talk clears the mind
-Yes told my baby not to have no fear
Encouraging the partner not to worry, suggesting beer as an alternative, and expressing a desire for the partner's presence.
Sit right down, and let's drink some beer
-I don't care she said what you puttin' down
-All that I want is when you come around
-Half-pint of whiskey, half pint of whiskey
Reiterating the importance of a half-pint of whiskey for a clear mind, concluding the song with a consistent theme.
Half-pint of whiskey, half pint of whiskey
-Half-pint of whiskey, and a long talk clears the mind
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