Montoya's career began in the mid-70's when Albert Collins asked him to join his band as drummer. Collins took Montoya under his wing and taught him his "icy hot" guitar style. The two remained friends even after Montoya left Collins' band.
In the early 80's John Mayall heard Montoya playing guitar in a Los Angles bar. Soon after Mayall asked Montoya to join the newly reformed Bluesbreakers. He remained a member of the band for 10 years.
In the early 90's Montoya decided it was time to go out on his own. He has recorded several highly acclaimed blues CD's.thankfully, he did it in Santa Cruz
Back in a Cadillac
Coco Montoya Lyrics
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Sent me packing in my beat up Ford
Told me money was the thing that I lack
But I came back in a Cadillac
She said, "You'll never be a man of means
You don't do nothing for my self esteem"
Hurt so bad and fellas I ain't lyin'
A little hug, a little kissin'
What cash I had it all come up missin'
Robbed me hard, didn't cut me no slack
But now I'm back in a Cadillac
Thought I'd take a ride
And park it right by her door
(One more)
She came outside
With her arms open wide
I said, "Too late, baby
I don't need you no more"
Now I'm wiser and a whole lot richer
Since I got that girl out of the picture
I get more lovin' it's a natural fact
Look out, I'm back
(Last time, last time, last time)
In a Cadillac
The lyrics to Coco Montoya's song Back in a Cadillac tell a story of a man, who was sent packing by the girl he adores because of his lack of money. Despite the girl telling him he'll never be a man of means, he comes back in a Cadillac to prove her wrong. He was hurt so bad by the girl robbing him blind, but now he's wiser and richer since he got her out of the picture.
The song talks about how money can significantly impact relationships in both positive and negative ways. The girl tells the singer that he doesn't do anything for her self-esteem because he doesn't have money. The song also shows how the singer struggles to overcome the hurt caused by the girl. However, despite all that, he dusts himself off and comes back with a more excellent, bigger, and better car. The song is about resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity.
In conclusion, Back in a Cadillac tells a story of resilience, persistence, and self-improvement. It's a song that many people who have been rejected, robbed, or wronged can relate to. It's a reminder that sometimes the greatest motivation for success is the desire to prove someone wrong.
Line by Line Meaning
Freddie Mae, the girl that I adore
The person whom I loved and cherished is Freddie Mae.
Sent me packing in my beat up Ford
Freddie Mae made me leave in my damaged and old car.
Told me money was the thing that I lack
Freddie Mae said that the reason for my lack of success was that I didn't have enough money.
But I came back in a Cadillac
However, I returned with a new, expensive car.
She said, 'You'll never be a man of means
Freddie Mae said that I would never be successful and wealthy.
You don't do nothing for my self esteem'
She claimed that being with me did not improve her confidence.
Hurt so bad and fellas I ain't lyin'
I was deeply hurt, and I am telling you the truth, guys.
Eyes wide open, girl robbed me blind
Despite being fully aware of what was happening, Freddie Mae deceitfully took all my money.
A little hug, a little kissin'
Just a few moments of affection.
What cash I had it all come up missin'
All my money disappeared just like that.
Robbed me hard, didn't cut me no slack
She thoroughly swindled me and showed no mercy.
But now I'm back in a Cadillac
Yet, here I am again, back with an expensive car.
Thought I'd take a ride
I decided to drive by her house.
And park it right by her door
I decided to deliberately park my new car outside her house.
(One more)
One last attempt.
She came outside
Freddie Mae came outside.
With her arms open wide
She approached me with open arms.
I said, 'Too late, baby
However, I refused her offer, saying it was too late.
I don't need you no more'
I don't want her anymore.
Now I'm wiser and a whole lot richer
After that experience, I am now smarter and wealthier.
Since I got that girl out of the picture
Ever since I got away from Freddie Mae.
I get more lovin' it's a natural fact
I am now receiving more love, and it's a fact.
Look out, I'm back
Here I come again.
(Last time, last time, last time)
This is the last time I will be leaving her.
In a Cadillac
In an expensive car.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: COCO MONTOYA, DAVID STEEN
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