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."
Doraville
Atlanta Rhythm Section Lyrics
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Touch of country in the city
Doraville
It ain't much, but it's home
Friends of mine
Say I oughta move to New York
New York's fine
Every night
I make a living making music
That's all right to the folks in Doraville
Yeah, hey hey
Ooh, hot time in Dixie, hey
It's funky but it's pretty
Sweet Georgia
Yeah, hey hey
Ooh, hot time in Dixie, hey
Come on down, visit, you'll dig it
Red clay hills
Rednecks drinking wine on Sunday
Behind their field
Getting down in Doraville
Doraville
Touch of country in the city
Doraville
It ain't much, but it's home
It's all right
It's all right
It's all right
Doraville
Doraville, it's all right, it's all right, it's all right
Doraville
Doraville
The Atlanta Rhythm Section's song "Doraville" is about the love and loyalty to a small town in the state of Georgia called Doraville. The lyrics describe the town as having a "touch of country in the city" and being "funky but pretty". The singer of the song declares that although friends may suggest moving to New York, it could never compare to the small town charm of Doraville. The town may not have much, but it is home and that's what matters.
The lyrics also mention the singer's job as a musician and how it's all right to the folks in Doraville. This could imply that the community supports and values the arts, making it a place where the singer can thrive as an artist. The chorus repeats the sentiment that Doraville is "all right" and that it may not have a lot to offer in terms of amenities, but its people and atmosphere make it a special place.
Overall, the song "Doraville" is a tribute to the comfort and sense of belonging that can be found in a small town. It highlights the beauty of simplicity and the deep roots that tie people to their hometowns.
Line by Line Meaning
Doraville
The song begins and ends by simply calling out the name of the place, the small town of Doraville, Georgia, that the lyrics are paying tribute to.
Touch of country in the city
Doraville has a rural or countryside vibe despite being located near the city.
Doraville
The chorus repeats itself, emphasizing the importance and relevance of the town to the singer.
It ain't much, but it's home
The town may be small and simple but it holds a special place in the artist's heart as it is their hometown.
Friends of mine
The artist's acquaintances or companions are encouraging them to move to New York City.
Say I oughta move to New York
The singer's friends are urging them to relocate to the hustle and bustle of New York City in search of more opportunities.
New York's fine
The singer acknowledges New York's greatness as a city but it doesn't compare to their hometown.
But it ain't Doraville
The artist clarifies that nothing can replace the feeling of being in their hometown, Doraville.
Every night
The singer performs live music as a way of life.
I make a living making music
The artist's music career supports their livelihood and is central to their life.
That's all right to the folks in Doraville
The people in Doraville are understanding and accepting of the singer's career choice and lifestyle.
Ooh, hot time in Dixie, hey
The expression 'hot time in Dixie' implies that good things are happening in the South.
It's funky but it's pretty
The town has a unique, unconventional charm to it that may not be immediately obvious but is present nonetheless.
Sweet Georgia
A term of endearment for Georgia, the state where Doraville is located.
Come on down, visit, you'll dig it
The singer is inviting the listener to come to Doraville, and once they experience it, they'll love it.
Red clay hills
The description of the hilly terrain emphasizes the rural nature of the town.
Rednecks drinking wine on Sunday
The image of locals drinking wine on a Sunday is an indication of the slow, laid-back lifestyle of Doraville's residents.
Behind their field
This line implies that the town is surrounded by open fields or farmland.
Getting down in Doraville
The people of Doraville know how to enjoy themselves and let loose.
It's all right
The singer is reassuring themselves that they made the right decision by staying in Doraville and that everything is okay.
It's all right
Repetitive line once again emphasizing that everything is okay.
It's all right
Final repetition of the line brings the song to a close.
Doraville
Final repetition of the town's name serves as the song's conclusion.
Doraville
Another repetition of the song's title to bring the song full circle.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: BARRY BAILEY, BUDDY BUIE, ROBERT NIX
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Mark Klass
Grew up in Doraville, GA. When this song got airplay back in the early 70's we thought we were finally on the map!
Freddy Thames Black
😁🌞😀
J Keith
@Bo Duncan I wish I could find my 96 Rockcard! Do you remember when they changed their format to easy listening on April Fool’s Day? 😂
Bo Duncan
@J Keith with the 96Rock tag on front of your car UPSIDE DOWN BUD!!! God I miss Atlanta from back then...😢
Britoe Mitchoe
Yeah and then Lynyrd Skynyrd came and and cut some tracks at that studio across the street from McDonald's where Jake The Snake wrestler ended up buying and making it a gym and Arnold Schwarzenegger came and worked out there., down off of Buford highway remember that
J Keith
WKLS! 96 Rock!
Susan Black
Was and always will be one of my favorite bands and songs!!!
pg1171
Very good group of musicians! They respected each other and it shows in their music. Very tight group! Thank you for posting!
Steve Blaugh
VERY underrated "deep cut" classic! I wish radio people knew a little more about what they played...
Zane Goodeker
There's too much 60s/70s Rock for the radio to actually play all of it and also they tend not too focus on it enough. Internet does this very well. You can find every Southern Rock Band pretty much,every Funk Band,a ton of the German "Cosmic Music" and Prog type stuff that's a bit artsier,a at very least sizable chunk of Greatful Dead Recordings,etc,etc,etc. Basically just jot artists or artists holding companies that paid goof for them not to be on there,but even then a couple of the major Hendrix songs.