Out Like That
Southern Spirit: Embracing Country Roots in 'Out Like That'
Lyrics
I grew up in the backwoods of Mighty Mississipp'
I grew up in the rural areas near the Mighty Mississippi River.
With some good ole boys just like me who are down to take a trip
I had friends similar to me who were willing to go on adventures.
Out to the Creek where we're gigging frogs maybe shooting down some cotton mouths
We engaged in activities like frog gigging and dealing with dangerous snakes.
Praising the Lord for these pine tree logs and growing up in the south
Expressing gratitude for the natural resources, particularly pine tree logs.
They got us singing like "Dixie is our mother land"
Referencing a song, "Dixie," as a symbol of Southern identity.
You can break the back but you can't break the spirit of a small town Southern Man
Despite challenges, the spirit of a small-town Southern man remains unbroken.
It's a way of life in the country that ain't ever going to change
Emphasizing the enduring and unchanging nature of rural life.
We work hard, drink cold ones, and live up to our last names
Hard work, enjoying cold drinks, and maintaining family legacies are crucial.
We may raise hell on Friday night but on Sunday we're pewed in the back
Acknowledging wild behavior on Fridays but attending church on Sundays.
Not trying to talk down about your city life but I ain't going out like that
Respecting city life but asserting a different personal choice.
There's more to the south than some 4X4's and some folks just wearing some boots
Highlighting the depth of Southern culture beyond stereotypes.
There's some good hearted people who give thanks to God and don't forget their back home roots
Praising good-hearted people who remember their roots and express gratitude to God.
We may shoot down a buck or knock down some ducks but we're all just trying to get by
Engaging in outdoor activities to make a living and overcome challenges.
So won't you sing a little "Dixie a country boy can survive"
Encouraging pride in Southern identity with a reference to "Dixie."
It's a way of life in the country that ain't ever going to change
Reiterating the unchanging nature of rural life in the country.
We work hard, drink cold ones, and live up to our last names
Reaffirming the values of hard work, socializing, and honoring family names.
We may raise hell on Friday night but on Sunday we're pewed in the back
Balancing wild behavior on Fridays with religious commitment on Sundays.
Not trying to talk down about your city life but I ain't going out like that
Expressing a personal choice to live differently from city life.
If you can't tell
Suggesting a distinct lifestyle that is evident.
We like guitars turned up loud
Expressing a preference for loud guitars in the rural setting.
We like getting rowdy in a small town
Enjoying a lively atmosphere in a small-town setting.
We say Yes Sir and No Ma'am
Emphasizing politeness and respect with "Yes Sir" and "No Ma'am."
We can't help but sing a long to Sweet Home Alabam'
Expressing a shared cultural experience by referencing a popular song.
So put on some boots, ride in my shoes
Inviting others to experience the lifestyle by putting on rural footwear.
We'll take a dirt road just like we're Bo Duke
Recreating a sense of adventure reminiscent of the character Bo Duke.
Slanging through the gears and living with no fear
Describing a fearless and adventurous lifestyle, driving through challenges.
There's some things that you're going to learn 'round here
Implying that there are valuable lessons to be learned in this environment.
It's a way of life in the country that ain't ever going to change
Reiterating the unchanging nature of rural life in the country.
We work hard, drink cold ones, and live up to our last names
Affirming the values of hard work, socializing, and honoring family names.
We may raise hell on Friday night but on Sunday we're pewed in the back
Balancing wild behavior on Fridays with religious commitment on Sundays.
Not trying to talk down about your city life but I ain't going out like that
Expressing a personal choice to live differently from city life.
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