She performed for Australian Army soldiers ("Diggers") in Iraq and as a result found the decision to entertain the troops at Christmas time lost her some fans. In response,she released a single, Poster Girl, that expresses her support for the soldiers serving Australia around the world, and her pride in being Australian. The video for this song was the #1 video on the Country Music Channel in Australia.
She was briefly married to Mick Albeck, and has a son (Ricky). She lives in New South Wales.
Wild Turkey
Beccy Cole Lyrics
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And after I cried all my tears, I learned how to get by
Well there's been old friends to ease my pain
Jack Daniels to name a few
But I'd be damned if I go home with a Wild Turkey like you
I've been out with Johnny Ridge, George Dickle never failed
I've taken Southern Comfort just to chase that Coopers Ale
But I'd be damned if I go home with a Wild Turkey like you
Now I have seen some loosers, that would make a statue cry
But boy if you had some feathers I'd swear that you could fly
Yes I came in here alone....and yes I've had a few
But I'd be damned if I go home with a Wild Turkey like you
Now don't get the impression that I care about what you do
But when it gets close to thanksgiving I'd hide if I was you
Yes I came in here alone....and yes I've had a few
But I'd be damned if I go home with a Wild Turkey like you
The lyrics to Beccy Cole's song "Wild Turkey" describe a woman who has had one lover all her life, who left her feeling abandoned. She has turned to alcohol to ease her pain, and has tried various types of liquor such as Jack Daniels, George Dickle, Southern Comfort, and Granddad to help her through the tough times. But despite her reliance on alcohol, she draws the line at going home with a man who reminds her of the drink "Wild Turkey."
Throughout the song, the woman explains that she has been out with a variety of men, and she's not afraid to drink or have a good time. However, she makes it clear that she has standards and she won't lower them for anyone. She even warns the man in question to stay away from her when Thanksgiving rolls around, indicating that he is not someone she wants to be associated with when she spends time with family and friends.
Overall, the lyrics to "Wild Turkey" highlight the power of alcohol as a coping mechanism, as well as the importance of setting boundaries and sticking to them, even when under the influence.
Line by Line Meaning
Had one lover all my life, he left me high and dry
I've had only one partner until he left me alone and hopeless.
And after I cried all my tears, I learned how to get by
Once I lost all tears, I learned to survive on my own.
Well there's been old friends to ease my pain
I've had some longtime friends who helped me cope.
Jack Daniels to name a few
For instance, Jack Daniels was among my drinking companions.
But I'd be damned if I go home with a Wild Turkey like you
However, I refuse to leave with you tonight because I don't want a Wild Turkey like you.
I've been out with Johnny Ridge, George Dickle never failed
I've gone out with some men named Johnny Ridge and George Dickle and had good times.
I've taken Southern Comfort just to chase that Coopers Ale
I drank Southern Comfort once just to chase Coopers Ale.
And on those cold nights old Granddad would help me make it through
On those cold nights, I drank with my grandfather to get through them.
Now I have seen some loosers, that would make a statue cry
I've seen some pathetic guys who would make a statue weep in sympathy.
But boy if you had some feathers I'd swear that you could fly
However, I think you resemble a turkey so much that you could fly if you had feathers.
Now don't get the impression that I care about what you do
Don't misunderstand me; I don't care about your actions.
But when it gets close to thanksgiving I'd hide if I was you
However, if it gets near Thanksgiving, I suggest you hide from being mistaken for a turkey.
Yes I came in here alone....and yes I've had a few
I came here by myself, and I had some drinks.
But I'd be damned if I go home with a Wild Turkey like you
But still, no matter how much I drink, I refuse to go home with you tonight.
Contributed by Molly N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.