The Missouri-born Chris Janson has electrified Nashville's country music s… Read Full Bio ↴The Missouri-born Chris Janson has electrified Nashville's country music scene. In fact, it only took two days at a local Nashville bar to incite a wave of interest from country music's biggest record labels. It could be his intense and vocally stunning performances, his remarkable ability to play the harmonica, or the depth of his songs, but there is something remarkable about this 21 year-old phenomenon. Chris' budding music career has even taken him to the big screen, when legendary film director Johnathan Demme (Silence of the Lambs, Philadelphia, Stop Making Sense) invited him to participate in "Heart of Gold" a documentary capturing Neil Young's 2-night performance at the Historic Ryman Auditorium. Asked to describe his sound, Chris replies that it combines "elements of rock & roll, folk, blues, roots music, and vintage country." Nashville's critics been buzzing with excitement about this emerging star, and have even likened him to a combination of Mick Jagger and Hank Williams Sr. Chris readily acknowledges his influences, but he has a confidence in his identity that transcends his age. "I want to sound like Chris Janson," he says, "It's just what you see on stage, that's what you'll get on my record. I'm not afraid to push the limits. I don't have a set list at my shows, I just play songs. It's all about soul and feel". And as all great country music stars and rock & roll legends are marked by their authenticity and originality, Chris Janson is on that same path toward greatness.

Cut Me Some Slack
Chris Janson Lyrics

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Girl, I gotta have you, gotta get you where I want you
Know exactly what you're doin', don't you?
Treat me like you like me, like you don't like me back

I wish you'd give me the green light, give me just one night,
Girl, if you don't like how I roll
You can say, no thanks, don't ever call me
Forget you ever saw me, forget my name

Girl, you might just like some country road moonlight
Dancing in the lights of my headache rack,
Think about that, yeah think about that
Is there any chance
You could cut me some slack

I know I got a wild side, wilder than a country mile ride
I got a name around this town
And girl, I don't really blame you for the things you might be thinkin'
They're probably true but that ain't me now

Give me the green light, give me just one night,
Girl, if you don't like how I roll
You can say, no thanks, don't ever call me
Forget you ever saw me, forget my name
Girl, you might just like some country road moonlight
Dancing in the lights of my headache rack,
Think about that, think about that
Is there any chance
You could cut me some slack

Take me by the hand, believe me when I tell you
That I never ever felt like this, girl
And that's the truth

Give me the green light, give me just one night,
Girl, if you don't like how I roll
You can say, no thanks, don't ever call me
Forget you ever saw me, forget my name
Girl, you might just like some country road moonlight
Dancing in the lights of my headache rack,
Think about that, yeah think about that
Is there any chance
That you could cut me some slack

Oh oh oh, yeah

Cut me some slack
Oh oh oh, yeah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in Chris Janson's "Cut Me Some Slack" reflect a man's desire for a woman he's interested in to give him a chance despite his wild reputation. He acknowledges his wild side but claims that it isn't who he is now. He pleads for her to give him the green light and just one night to prove himself to her. He asks her to treat him like she likes him even if she doesn't really like him at all.

The lyrics reflect a common theme in country music - a desire for a deeper connection with someone you're interested in. The singer's request for the girl to cut him some slack showcases vulnerability and a willingness to work hard for a connection. By asking her to forget his name, he suggests that he's willing to change and be someone worthy of her love.

The music video of the song was shot by Janson on his mobile phone.

Line by Line Meaning

Girl, I gotta have you, gotta get you where I want you
I am extremely infatuated with you and I want to have control over our relationship

Know exactly what you're doin', don't you?
I believe you are purposely playing games and leading me on

Treat me like you like me, like you don't like me back
You give me mixed signals and act like you're interested in me one minute and then indifferent the next

I wish you'd give me the green light, give me just one night,
I want you to signal to me that you're interested and willing to spend some time with me alone

Girl, if you don't like how I roll
If you do not approve of my behavior or way of living, I understand

You can say, no thanks, don't ever call me
You are free to reject me and I will not contact you again if you request it

Forget you ever saw me, forget my name
If you reject me, I will do my best to make it easier on you and act like we never met

Girl, you might just like some country road moonlight
I think you would enjoy spending time with me in a romantic setting out in the countryside

Dancing in the lights of my headache rack,
We could dance together surrounded by the illumination of the rack of lights on my truck

Think about that, yeah think about that
Consider the possibility of spending time with me and see if it interests you

Is there any chance You could cut me some slack
I am hopeful that you will be understanding and forgiving of my past mistakes or flaws

I know I got a wild side, wilder than a country mile ride
I admit that I have a tendency to behave impulsively or recklessly

I got a name around this town
I am a known figure in this community, for better or for worse

And girl, I don't really blame you for the things you might be thinkin'
I understand if you are hesitant or skeptical of me based on my reputation or previous behavior

They're probably true but that ain't me now
While my past actions may have been questionable, I am willing to change and prove that I am someone worth your time

Take me by the hand, believe me when I tell you That I never ever felt like this, girl
Trust in me and my feelings, as I have never experienced a connection like this before

And that's the truth
I am being sincere and honest with you

Oh oh oh, yeah Cut me some slack Oh oh oh, yeah
I am pleading with you to give me a chance and be understanding of my situation or past mistakes

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Chris P. Janson, Kelly Lynn Roland, Tiffany Lane Goss

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