Lyrics
Two feet's they come a creepin'
Introduction of a sneaky presence or danger symbolized by "Two feet's they come a creepin'."
Like a black cat do
Comparing the approach to a black cat, suggesting stealth and superstition.
And two bodies are layin' naked
Describing a scene with two bodies lying naked, indicating vulnerability.
A creeper think he got nothin' to lose
A potential intruder believes he has nothing to lose.
So he creeps into this house, yeah
The intruder enters a house and unlocks the door.
And unlocks the door
Continuation of the break-in, setting the stage for a violent confrontation.
And as a man's reachin' for his trousers
A man is interrupted while reaching for his trousers, hinting at a sudden and unexpected event.
He shoots him full of .38 holes
The intruder shoots the man, emphasizing the dangerous consequences.
Mr. Saturday Night Special
Introduction of the "Saturday Night Special," a type of firearm.
Got a barrel that's blue and cold
Describing the firearm's appearance with a blue and cold barrel.
That ain't no good for nothin'
Stating that the weapon is not useful for anything other than causing harm.
But put a man six feet in a hole
Emphasizing the lethal nature of the firearm by putting a man six feet in a hole.
Big Jim's been drinkin' whiskey
Introducing Big Jim, engaged in drinking and poker on an unfortunate night.
And playing poker on a losin' night
Describing Big Jim's losing streak in gambling.
And pretty soon, ole Jim starts a thinkin'
Big Jim suspects cheating and lying, escalating tension.
Somebody been cheatin' and lyin'
Highlighting suspicions of dishonesty.
So Big Jim commenced to fightin'
Big Jim starts a physical fight in response to the perceived deception.
I wouldn't tell you no lie
Asserting the truthfulness of the story.
And Big Jim done pulled his pistol
Big Jim uses a pistol, escalating the conflict to a lethal level.
And shot his friend right between the eyes
Big Jim fatally shoots his friend, illustrating the destructive power of the firearm.
Mr. Saturday Night Special
Reiteration of the "Saturday Night Special" and its deadly characteristics.
Got a barrel that's blue and cold
Repeating the description of the firearm's blue and cold barrel.
That ain't no good for nothin'
Emphasizing the lack of utility of the weapon for any constructive purpose.
But put a man six feet in a hole
Reiterating the fatal outcome of using the firearm.
Oh, and it's a Saturday Night Special
Highlighting the accessibility of the Saturday Night Special for a low price.
And for twenty dollars you can buy yourself one too
Connecting the availability of the firearm to its potential misuse.
Oh, let me tell you all about
Beginning a reflection on the general purpose of handguns.
Hand guns are made for killin'
Stating that handguns are designed for killing and not suitable for other purposes.
They ain't no good for nothin' else
Emphasizing the singular function of handguns.
And if you like to drink your whiskey
Connecting alcohol consumption to the potential danger of using handguns.
You might even shoot yourself
Highlighting the risk of self-inflicted harm when under the influence of alcohol and firearms.
So why don't we dump 'em people
Suggesting the disposal of handguns to prevent their misuse.
To the bottom of the sea
Proposing extreme measures to eliminate the threat posed by handguns.
Before some old fool come around here
Warning against potential harm from others with access to firearms.
And wanna shoot either you or me
Expressing the urgency of taking action before encountering a dangerous individual.
Oh, Mr. Saturday Night Special
Reiteration of the destructive nature of the Saturday Night Special.
You got a barrel that's blue and cold
Repeating the description of the firearm's blue and cold barrel.
That ain't no good for nothin'
Reiterating the lack of positive use for the Saturday Night Special.
But put a man six feet in a hole
Repeating the fatal outcome of using the firearm.
Oh, and it's a Saturday Night Special
Reiteration of the Saturday Night Special's availability and potential misuse.
I'd like to tell you what you could do with it too
Suggesting a negative action or consequence related to the firearm.
Oh yeah, it's a Saturday Night Special
Reiteration of the dangerous nature of the Saturday Night Special on a specific night.
Oh, just like [Incomprehensible]
Reference to an incomprehensible element, possibly reflecting confusion or chaos.
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