Street Walkin'
Dan Auerbach Lyrics
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And the bartender looked over at you and he gave a nod
The rain was hard and the ghosts were talkin'
My mind was gone I was,
Streetwalkin'
Kids with looks have a better chance
Of making it to that special dance
You're up to bat and the infield is stalkin'
My mind is gone I am,
Streetwalkin'
Beggin' bums soda pop
Yankee tickets, bottle tops
Mini skirts,magazines
Out on the street it's a living dream
I came correct on my secret lives
I spoke the truth darlin' I looked into your eyes
You got uptight and onlookers started gawkin'
The moon is high I am,
Streetwalkin'
The song "Street Walkin'" by Dan Auerbach is a melancholic piece that tells a story of a person who seems to be lost and wandering around aimlessly in the streets. The singer seems to have told a lie about having a job, and the bartender looks over at someone, probably the person the singer lied to. The rain is hard, and the ghosts are talking - this could be a metaphor for the singer's inner demons that are haunting him.
The second verse talks about how looks can take anyone far, especially in moments where someone is up to bat, trying to hit a home run. The idea of being stalked by the infield further adds to the sense of foreboding that the song carries. The singer could be feeling like people are always waiting for him to mess up, waiting to pounce on him when he's at his lowest point.
The final verse talks about beggars selling soda pop, Yankee tickets, and even bottle tops. The singer seems to be juxtaposed with them, as if implying that he's doing the same thing - street walking, living on the edge, and trying to make ends meet. As the moon rises high, the singer is still streetwalking, still trying to survive.
Overall, the song's message is a sobering one that talks about the struggles of life, the difficulty of making ends meet, and the idea of being lost in oneself. The haunting melody, Auerbach's poignant voice, and the lyrics that leave the listener with a sense of sadness make "Street Walkin'" a song that stays with you long after it's done.
Line by Line Meaning
You know that time I said I had a job
I remember when I lied about having a job
And the bartender looked over at you and he gave a nod
The bartender noticed us and nodded in our direction
The rain was hard and the ghosts were talkin'
It was pouring rain and I felt haunted by my thoughts
My mind was gone I was, Streetwalkin'
I was wandering aimlessly and lost in thought
Kids with looks have a better chance
Attractive people are more likely to succeed
Of making it to that special dance
They have a better chance of achieving their goals
You're up to bat and the infield is stalkin'
You're under pressure and being closely watched
My mind is gone I am, Streetwalkin'
I'm feeling lost and unsure of what to do
Beggin' bums soda pop
Homeless people asking for money and drinks
Yankee tickets, bottle tops
They're willing to take anything as payment
Mini skirts,magazines
People are selling anything to make ends meet
Out on the street it's a living dream
Despite the struggles, they're still chasing their dreams
I came correct on my secret lives
I was honest about my past mistakes and secrets
I spoke the truth darlin' I looked into your eyes
I was sincere with you and maintained eye contact
You got uptight and onlookers started gawkin'
You got defensive and people around us were staring
The moon is high I am, Streetwalkin'
It's late at night and I'm still wandering aimlessly
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DANIEL AUERBACH
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