Pallin' With Al
Squirrel Nut Zippers Lyrics
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And as birds learned now they've learned that swing
They've been Pallin' with Al
Down below at the candy shop, they're still workin at that same old chore
But the stuff here's sweeter than it was before
You know why Pallin' with Al,
Who's that man who's got that sentemental swing
Plays that mess just like it doesn't mean a thing
Gather round you all and watch him
Watch him pluck those strings
When he gets that right hand pumpin'
All those kiddies got to start buck jumpin'
Listen now and don't forget
If you go for that solid jive
You can always keep the dream alive
Pallin', Pallin', Pallin' with Al
The Squirrel Nut Zippers' song "Pallin' With Al" is a lively tune about the joy of swing music and the feeling of escape it offers. The lyrics describe the beauty of nature with a nod to the different types of songs that birds sing. The line "And as birds learned now they've learned to swing" suggests that perhaps the birds themselves have become inspired by the music and have begun to swing dance. The candy shop is referenced as a place where things remain the same, but the music of Al brings a fresh new perspective to the scene. The lyrics also praise Al, the musician who creates the joyful swing music that inspires so much movement and happiness. He is described as having that "sentamental swing" and a style that is free and easy. The song encourages listeners to embrace the fun and exuberance of swing and to always try to keep the dream alive.
Line by Line Meaning
All the birds up in the trees have got a different song to sing
The birds have a unique tune and rhythm to their song
And as birds learned now they've learned that swing
Birds have now adopted and learned how to play swinging music
They've been Pallin' with Al
Birds have been hanging out and playing music with Al
Down below at the candy shop, they're still workin at that same old chore
The candy shop workers are still doing their regular tasks
But the stuff here's sweeter than it was before
The candy shop products are tastier than before
You know why Pallin' with Al,
The reason for playing music with Al is known
Who's that man who's got that sentemental swing
A man with an emotional and nostalgic style of music
Plays that mess just like it doesn't mean a thing
Plays music so effortlessly, it appears to be meaningless
Gather round you all and watch him
Everyone should come together and observe him
Watch him pluck those strings
Observe him as he plays the instrument
When he gets that right hand pumpin'
When he plays the notes on the right side of the instrument with force
All those kiddies got to start buck jumpin'
Children can't resist dancing and jumping around when they hear it
Listen now and don't forget
Pay attention and don't overlook this
If you go for that solid jive
If you're into this type of music
You can always keep the dream alive
You can always maintain your love and passion for this type of music
Pallin', Pallin', Pallin' with Al
Playing and hanging out with Al while making music
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Written by: TOM MAXWELL
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