While ARS would never reach the commercial success of Lynyrd Skynyrd or the Marshall Tucker Band, the group had a strong following in the south and charted a number of hits such as "Imaginary Lover," "I'm Not Going to Let it Bother Me Tonight," "Champagne Jam," "So Into You," and a remake of a Classics IV hit, "Spooky."
The band also influenced a number of rock and country artists, notably Travis Tritt, who recorded a cover of the ARS songs, "Back Up Against the Wall" and "Homesick." The group Shudder to Think covered "So Into You."
Champagne Jam
Atlanta Rhythm Section Lyrics
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Me and the boys are going to stay out late
I can't help it, it's in my bones
We'll be jammin' all night long
Gonna play up a storm, yes ma'am
We're goin' to have us a champagne jam
We're goin' to have us a champagne jam
Bring out the guitars
And let's play some blues
Don't want no whiskey
Give me some high class booze
Champ-champagne, thank you ma'am
We're going have us a champagne jam
We're going to have us a champagne jam, yeah
So let's have some first-class fun
Everybody gonna play some
Let's raise a ruckus, let's tie one on
Bring out a bottle of Dom Perignon
If they throw us in jail, we don't give a damn
Were goin' to have us a Champagne jam
So pour me some Champagne
Thank you ma'am, thank you ma'am
Were goin' to have us a Champagne jam
Were goin' to have us a Champagne jam
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
What do you say, whatchoo say, woo, hoo
Thank you ma'am
The Atlanta Rhythm Section's song Champagne Jam is a classic rock song that is an ode to enjoying a night out with friends and playing music. The opening lyrics ask for a break from responsibility, with the singer asking his mother for permission to stay out late with his friends. The chorus, "We're goin' to have us a champagne jam," is an invitation to play music and celebrate with high-class booze. The song seems to highlight the idea of being carefree and having a good time without worrying about the consequences. The group wants to play blues music, and they want to do so while consuming champagne. They also hope to go all night long without ending the fun.
The verse about the bottle of Dom Perignon might suggest that the group has some money to spend and wants to celebrate with expensive drinks. The song's mood seems to be about living in the moment and not worrying about the future. The chant "Thank you ma'am" implies that they are appreciative of the opportunity to have a good time.
In summary, Champagne Jam is a classic rock song that celebrates playing music, enjoying high-class booze, and being carefree with friends. It is an invitation to have an enjoyable time without worrying about the consequences or the future.
Line by Line Meaning
Come on, Mama, give me a break
Please be understanding, I want to go out and have fun with my friends.
Me and the boys are going to stay out late
I will be out all night with my friends.
I can't help it, it's in my bones
I have a natural urge to play music and have fun.
We'll be jammin' all night long
We will be playing music and having fun for the entire night.
Gonna play up a storm, yes ma'am
We will play music with great enthusiasm and energy.
We're goin' to have us a champagne jam
We will enjoy a night of high-class fun and celebration with champagne.
Bring out the guitars
We want to start playing music.
And let's play some blues
We want to play a style of music called the blues.
Don't want no whiskey
We don't want to drink whiskey.
Give me some high class booze
We want to drink a higher quality type of alcohol.
Champ-champagne, thank you ma'am
We want champagne, and we are expressing gratitude to the person providing it.
So let's have some first-class fun
Let's enjoy a night of high-quality entertainment.
Everybody gonna play some
Everyone will participate in playing music and having fun.
Let's raise a ruckus, let's tie one on
Let's have a wild and loud party while getting drunk.
Bring out a bottle of Dom Perignon
We want to drink an expensive and high-quality champagne called Dom Perignon.
If they throw us in jail, we don't give a damn
We don't care about the consequences of our wild behavior, even if it means getting arrested.
Were goin' to have us a Champagne jam
We will continue to have a night of high-quality fun and celebration with champagne.
So pour me some Champagne
Give me some champagne to drink.
Thank you ma'am, thank you ma'am
We are again expressing our gratitude for the champagne.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
An expression of excitement and enjoyment.
What do you say, whatchoo say, woo, hoo
An invitation to participate in the celebration and have fun.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: BUDDY BUIE, J COBB, ROBERT NIX
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Joe Blo
on Indigo Passion
I think the 4th line should read: "And all of the HUES in between."
love.