I Know Jack
Savoring Life's Smooth Moments with Jack
Lyrics
Stepping off the elevator I said you’re gonna owe me later
Stepping off the elevator, the speaker anticipates a favor or acknowledgment in return for their action.
A wine tasting party girl, what were you thinking
The speaker questions the choice of attending a wine tasting party, indicating a preference for a different environment.
I’m used to the neon lights not high dollar suits talking reds and whites
The speaker is accustomed to vibrant city life (neon lights) rather than expensive formal settings, preferring discussions about different types of wine.
Hope this bar’s got something fit for drinking
The speaker hopes the bar has suitable drinks for their taste.
I heard a whisper behind me saying he’s sure out of place
Others notice the speaker's apparent mismatch or discomfort in the setting.
I turned around whiskey in my hand and a big smile on my face
The speaker turns around confidently with a drink, projecting a cheerful demeanor.
Said it goes down smooth slight taste of oak
The speaker describes the whiskey's taste, emphasizing its smoothness and a hint of oak flavor.
Finished well with a beer shot straight or mixed with coke
Shares that the whiskey can be consumed in various ways - neat, with a beer, or mixed with coke.
It was bottled Lynchburg Tennessee number 7 dressed in black
Describes the specific brand of whiskey (Jack Daniel's, labeled as number 7), portraying its iconic appearance (dressed in black).
I may not know much but I know jack
The speaker humorously admits limited knowledge but asserts confidence in knowing Jack Daniel's whiskey.
Well that sparked a conversation so I offered up some education
Due to discussing whiskey, the speaker engages in a conversation and offers information.
Gave those folks a different point of view
The speaker presents a different perspective to the people they are conversing with.
We covered all the facts from aged barrels to sour mash and how
The conversation covers various aspects of whiskey-making, from aging in barrels to the process of sour mash.
Life just tastes sweeter at 80 proof
The speaker appreciates the enjoyment of life, likening it to the sweetness found in 80-proof liquor (whiskey).
Then my baby walked over shaking her head and said
The speaker's partner approaches, expressing confusion or disapproval of the crowd.
Honey what’s with the crowd
The speaker humorously reassures their partner, suggesting that they're right on time for another round of drinks.
I said you’re right on time, my friends and I just ordered up another round
Reiterates the description of the whiskey's taste and versatility in consumption.
Said it goes down smooth slight taste of oak
Reaffirms the specific brand and appearance of the whiskey, humorously emphasizing the speaker's confidence in knowing this particular drink.
Finished well with a beer shot straight or mixed with coke
Repeats the acknowledgment of limited knowledge but certainty in recognizing Jack Daniel's whiskey.
It was bottled Lynchburg Tennessee number 7 dressed in black
Same description of the whiskey, reinforcing the speaker's confidence in their knowledge.
I may not know much but I know jack
Reasserts the limited but confident knowledge of Jack Daniel's whiskey.
Yeah it goes down smooth slight taste of oak
Repeats the description of the whiskey's taste and adaptability in consumption.
Finished well with a beer shot straight or mixed with coke
Reiterates the brand and appearance of the whiskey, humorously highlighting the speaker's confidence in their knowledge.
It was bottled Lynchburg Tennessee number 7 dressed in black
Emphasizes the speaker's limited but sure understanding of Jack Daniel's whiskey.
I may not know much but I know jack
Reaffirms the speaker's confidence in recognizing Jack Daniel's whiskey despite not knowing other types of wine.
I don’t know merlot, hell no, but I know Jack
The speaker humorously declares their lack of knowledge about merlot (a type of wine) but asserts their certainty in knowing Jack Daniel's whiskey.
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