Whistlin' Dixie
Randy Houser Lyrics
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Learn bad habits from my Paw Paw
I got an in with the Outlaws
An' I can only sing like I talk y'all
I like to smoke from my left hand
Crank it out, stomp in a bar band
Firin' up another when the song ends
An' hangin', out here with my new friends, 'cause
[Chorus]
I'm a son of the son of the south
Daddy redneck, Momma half hippie
Taught how to talk straight not back
Or my little white butt get a whippin'
I like catfish, cookin' on a creek bank
Kind ya cant find in the city, y'all
I ain't just whistlin' Dixie
Well I ain't scared of a shotgun
Folks 'round here we all got one
Don't give a damn or a dat gum
If ya don't like where I come from
I like a girl from a down home
Even better without a thing on
Jump in ya better hang on
Fire it up an' we're long gone, 'cause
[Chorus: x2]
Whistlin' Dixie
In Randy Houser's "Whistlin' Dixie," the singer proudly proclaims his Southern heritage and redneck persona. He references his grandfather, or "Paw Paw," as the source of his bad habits and his connection to the Outlaws. The singer also embodies the stereotypical Southern traits of smoking, drinking, and hanging out with his friends in a bar. He argues that he speaks plainly and directly, reflecting his upbringing where talking back to his parents resulted in a spanking. The chorus further emphasizes the singer's Southern roots, including his preference for catfish and cooking on a creek bank, as well as his fearless attitude towards firearms. The song ultimately highlights the singer's pride in his Southern identity and his willingness to embrace the accompanying stereotypes.
The song was written by Randy Houser, Danny Green and Craig Wiseman and released on his debut album in 2008. The song reached #42 on the US Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. It was also Houser's debut single.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah I like to run with the ol' dogs
I enjoy hanging out with older folks
Learn bad habits from my Paw Paw
I have learned some poor behavior from my grandfather
I got an in with the Outlaws
I know some people who are involved in illegal activities
An' I can only sing like I talk y'all
My singing voice is similar to the way I normally speak
I like to smoke from my left hand
I prefer to smoke while holding the cigarette in my left hand
Crank it out, stomp in a bar band
I love to play music and perform at bars with my band
Firin' up another when the song ends
I light up another cigarette when the music ends
An' hangin', out here with my new friends, 'cause
I'm spending time with my newly acquired group of friends
I'm a son of the son of the south
I am a descendant of southern families
Daddy redneck, Momma half hippie
My father is a stereotypical southern man, while my mother is more liberal
Taught how to talk straight not back
I was raised to speak honestly and respectfully
Or my little white butt get a whippin'
If I spoke disrespectfully, I would be punished
I like catfish, cookin' on a creek bank
I enjoy fishing for catfish and cooking them on the banks of a creek
Kind ya cant find in the city, y'all
The type of catfish I like is not typically found in urban areas
I ain't just whistlin' Dixie
I am not lying or exaggerating
Well I ain't scared of a shotgun
I am not afraid of firearms
Folks 'round here we all got one
Most people in my community own shotguns
Don't give a damn or a dat gum
I do not care about other people's opinions
If ya don't like where I come from
If you do not appreciate my background
I like a girl from a down home
I am attracted to girls from rural areas
Even better without a thing on
I find naked girls more attractive
Jump in ya better hang on
If you get in a car with me, hold on tight
Fire it up an' we're long gone, 'cause
We will drive away quickly
Whistlin' Dixie
I'm not kidding, being truthful
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: KIM CHADWICK TRIBBLE, RANDY HOUSER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@TomDafoe
i'm a northerner...a country boy...a farm boy...and i think this is one of my all time favorite songs! LOVE IT!
@arriuscalpurniuspiso
It's such a stupid song
@derrickmyatt3863
Still whislin Dixie 2019 😍😍
@travissargent2830
Yee yee
@lukecarney8771
Derrick Myatt 2020 now
@bmx4106
@Luke Carney fuck yeah I like catfish cooking on a creek bank 💯
@rkane1998
Try 2021
@ravenousred1615
Still whislin Dixie in 2021!! Bless
@SylviaGibbons
I love this song, reminds me of my family back home in the backwoods of Florida, now a Texas proud girl <3
@randyhouser3772
Hello I've seen quite a handful of your comments on my post and I just wanna go out of my way to appreciate those people whose comments and good wishes encourages me and I hope to bring you guys so much entertainment, I want you to send me a direct message via hangouts using my personal email . Also endeavor to add your name to the text so I can know you are the one texting because I don't reply unnecessary messages
Hangouts mail: randyhouser880@gmail.com