Oklahoma Swing
Oklahoma Swing: A Two-Step Tale of Love, Rivalry, and Cowboy Dreams
Lyrics
Ther's a redhead from my hometown that loves to let her hair down
Describing a redhead from the singer's hometown who enjoys letting her hair down, possibly symbolizing a carefree spirit.
She tears my heart out when she starts to sing
Expressing the emotional impact when the redhead starts singing, suggesting a powerful and moving performance.
She's from the right side of Red River and she's pretty as a picture
Highlighting the redhead's origin on the right side of Red River and her attractiveness, portraying her as an ideal for the singer.
Don't you know she's this ole cowboy's dream
Stating that the redhead is the cowboy's dream, indicating a deep admiration or infatuation.
There's a boy from Okie City and I sure think he's pretty
Introducing a boy from Oklahoma City, acknowledging his attractiveness, but expressing concern about potential romantic competition.
But I know he's trying to steal my heart away
Acknowledging the boy's attempts to win the singer's heart, suggesting a romantic rivalry.
Oh my mama tried to warn me he's done time in California
Referring to warnings from the singer's mother about the boy's troubled past in California, implying potential risks in a relationship with him.
But he'll be an Okie til his dyin' day
Asserting that despite the warnings, the boy will remain true to his Oklahoma roots.
There's a dance we do in Oklahoma
Introducing a specific dance in Oklahoma, creating a cultural context for the lyrics.
A dnace like you've never seen
Describing the dance as unique and implying a sense of tradition or special significance.
Sit back and we're gonna show ya
Inviting the listener to observe and learn the dance, building anticipation for the upcoming description of the "Oklahoma swing."
How to do that Oklahoma swing
Explaining that the upcoming dance is called the "Oklahoma swing," setting the stage for the following lines.
Well when two Okies get together man there's nothin' they like better
Highlighting the joy and preference of Oklahomans for holding each other while dancing on a dust-covered floor.
Than to hold each other on a dawdust floor
Expressing love for the experience of swaying to the music, particularly when two Oklahomans dance together.
Oh I love it when we're swayin' to those sweet twi fiddles playin'
Emphasizing the enjoyment of dancing to the sound of sweet twin fiddles playing, adding a musical element to the description.
Come on boy what are we waitin' for
Encouraging a dance partner to join in and expressing eagerness to continue dancing.
There's a dance we do in Oklahoma
Reiterating the mention of the Oklahoma dance, reinforcing its importance in the lyrics.
A dnace like you've never seen
Restating the uniqueness of the dance and suggesting that it is something extraordinary.
Sit back and we're gonna show ya
Encouraging the listener to watch and learn the "Oklahoma swing," maintaining the theme of cultural celebration.
How to do that Oklahoma swing
Confirming that the dance being referred to is the "Oklahoma swing," preparing for the concluding lines.
Yeah there's a dance we do in Oklahoma
Repeating the description of the Oklahoma dance, emphasizing its significance in the song.
A dnace like you've never seen
Reiterating the uniqueness of the dance and inviting the audience to observe and learn.
Sit back and we're gonna show ya
Restating the intention to demonstrate the "Oklahoma swing," reinforcing its importance in the lyrics.
Yeah how to do that Oklahoma swing
Affirming the commitment to showcasing the dance, emphasizing its cultural and social value.
How to do that Oklahoma swing
Concluding by repeating the invitation to learn and perform the "Oklahoma swing," leaving a lasting impression of the dance's significance.
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