One Scotch One Bourbon One Beer
Amos Milburn Lyrics
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One scotch, one bourbon, one beer
Please mister bartender, listen here
I ain't here for trouble, so have no fear
One scotch, one bourbon, one beer
I don't want soda nor bubble gum
You got what I want, just serve me some
I'm on this kick and I can't get off
One scotch, one bourbon, one beer
One scotch, one bourbon, one beer
Please mister bartender, listen here
I ain't here for trouble, so have no fear
One scotch, one bourbon, one beer
My woman started me on this spree
I can't find her and she can't find me
She left this morning, said she wouldn't stay
She's been out all night and it's the break of day
One scotch, one bourbon, one beer
One scotch, one bourbon, one beer
Please mister bartender, listen here
I ain't here for trouble, so have no fear
One scotch, one bourbon, one beer
One more nip and make it strong
I got to find my baby and drive her home [if it takes all night long]
One scotch, one bourbon, one beer
One scotch, one bourbon, one beer
The song "One Scotch, One Bourbon, One Beer" by Amos Milburn tells the story of a man who has lost his woman and has turned to drink to deal with his troubles. This is evident in the lyrics "Since my baby's been gone, everything is lost, I'm on this kick and I can't get off." Clearly, the singer is struggling to cope with his loss and is using alcohol as a form of escapism. He requests the bartender for "One scotch, one bourbon, one beer" several times, in an effort to drown his sorrows and find solace in the numbness that comes with inebriation.
The chorus of the song, "One scotch, one bourbon, one beer. Please mister bartender, listen here. I ain't here for trouble, so have no fear. One scotch, one bourbon, one beer" establishes the singer's need for comfort and understanding. He's not there to create problems, but is simply looking for a way to cope with his loss. By the end of the song, the singer has decided to take one more drink in the hope that it will give him the strength to "find his baby and drive her home" even if it takes all night long.
Line by Line Meaning
One scotch, one bourbon, one beer
I want three alcoholic drinks, specifically one scotch, one bourbon, and one beer
Please mister bartender, listen here
I am politely requesting the attention of the bartender
I ain't here for trouble, so have no fear
I am not causing any problems, so there is no need to worry
I don't want soda nor bubble gum
I am not looking for non-alcoholic drinks or snacks
You got what I want, just serve me some
I am confident that the bartender has what I am looking for, so I am asking for it
Since my baby's been gone, everything is lost
I feel lost and lonely since my partner left me
I'm on this kick and I can't get off
I am hooked on drinking and cannot stop myself
My woman started me on this spree
My partner introduced me to heavy drinking
I can't find her and she can't find me
Both my partner and I are currently lost and separated
She left this morning, said she wouldn't stay
My partner left me earlier today and indicated that she would not be back
She's been out all night and it's the break of day
My partner has been gone all night and it is now morning
One more nip and make it strong
I want one more drink, and I would like it to have a higher alcohol content
I got to find my baby and drive her home [if it takes all night long]
I am determined to find my partner and bring her home, even if it takes all night
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Written by: RUDOLPH TOOMBS
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@alvincoleman5617
My father used to sing this song to me around the house growing up! He was that old southern blues Bad Boy! Salt of the earth! Rest in heaven Dad!
@richardvaughan9994
Alvin Coleman Rest In Peace pops, those are them good memories my friend. 😁
@mr.bonesbbq3288
Wish I had had th Honour of knowin yer Pops, Brotherman...
Sounds like we'd'a been Fast Friends.
@jaybee2530
I can't stop listening to this song! I've listened to this song for the 64th time in a row. Please...somebody send help!
@helenalexander7680
Jay Bee sweetheart , its just good listening
@kamil544
+Jay Bee Same problem there :D !
@davethompson3140
Jay Bee -The cure? Listen to some of his other tunes!, like the chicken shack
@michaeldustraman6169
Jay Bee, get a good glass of scotch, then some bourbon & some beer; then listen 164 times more. When you get exhausted, it's all over. My own recipe:))
@kaianttila1619
I agree with Michael. You need a drink. But don't drink every week.
@richardeason3199
Fantastic version of this song. Can’t sit still listening to it, even as a white guy with little rhythm. I have to find more blues gems like this one. It will be a great journey.