Flattop Joint
Groovin' Nights at the Flat Top Joint
Lyrics
Down at the end of the freeway
Refers to a location situated at the end of the freeway.
Just behind some laundromat
Located just behind a laundromat.
There's a real gone little night spot
Describes a happening night spot for people who are really enthusiastic and passionate.
Just for real gone cats
Specifically for people who are very enthusiastic and passionate.
It's called the Flat Top Joint
The name of the place being referred to.
The Flat Top Joint
Reiteration of the name of the place.
The band starts rockin' at midnight
The band starts performing energetically at midnight.
Boy, you know you can't stand still
Expresses that the music is so lively that one can't resist moving.
They got barbecued ribs, beer and wine
They offer barbecued ribs, beer, and wine as refreshments.
Sometimes you know there ain't no bill
Implies that sometimes the payment might not be required.
Down at the Flat Top Joint
Reiterates the location and emphasizes the excitement of the place.
The Flat Top Joint
Reiteration of the location with enthusiasm.
I'm gonna get my baby
Expresses the intention to bring one's partner to the place.
Man, you know she ain't no square
Describes the partner as someone who's not dull or conventional.
If you ain't got no honey
If someone doesn't have a partner, it's suggested they might find one at this lively place.
I bet you're gonna find one there
Implies the likelihood of meeting someone interesting there.
Down at the Flat Top Joint
Reiterates the excitement of the location and its potential for social connections.
The Flat Top Joint
Reiteration of the excitement and potential social atmosphere at the location.
You know they got the best jukebox
Highlights the presence of an excellent jukebox at the place.
With Gene Vincent and Jerry Lee
Mentions some iconic musicians like Gene Vincent and Jerry Lee Lewis whose music is available on the jukebox.
Lightnin' Hopkins, Jimmy Reed
Names additional influential musicians whose music is likely available.
And the machine, it plays for free
Specifies that the jukebox plays music for free.
Down at the Flat Top Joint
Reiterates the excitement and entertainment available at the location through the jukebox.
The Flat Top Joint
Reiteration of the location's vibrant entertainment.
Folks down there are friendly
Indicates the friendly nature of the people frequenting the place.
But there just might be a fight
Suggests the possibility of minor altercations among the patrons.
Well, a few broken chairs ain't no big deal
Downplays the significance of potential conflicts by referring to them as minor incidents.
Don't worry, it'll be all right
Assures that any issues or conflicts will likely be resolved easily.
Down at the Flat Top Joint
Reiterates the overall enthusiasm and excitement of the location despite potential minor altercations.
The Flat Top Joint
Reiteration of the enthusiastic vibe and entertainment value of the place.
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