Between 1994 and 2004, Murphy charted a total of thirteen singles on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks charts, one of which (1995's "Dust on the Bottle") reached Number One. In addition, he has co-written singles for other country artists, including "Living in Fast Forward", a Number One single for Kenny Chesney in 2006.
Out With A Bang
David Lee Murphy Lyrics
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Ain't a soul on the ol' dance floor
If you're gonna run with the big dogs hon
You gotta get off the porch
You can sit there all night uptight, honey
But a good time's something I know
You gotta get the jump while the night is young
Out with a bang kickin' up dust
Honey, tonight I'm all wound up
Over the fence and off of my chain
Honey, tonight I'm hurricane
Out with a bang
You know some folks say, "I'll never see heaven
If I don't change the road I'm on"
But me I know just where I'm goin'
I don't have to be told
The say livin' fast just won't last
But that don't bother me
'Cause when it comes my time to go
I won't go easily
Out with a bang kickin' up dust
Honey, tonight I'm all wound up
Over the fence and off of my chain
Honey, tonight I'm hurricane
Out with a bang
Everybody wants good time
We all have the right
So if you're comin' with me now, darlin'
You better hold on tight
The lyrics to David Lee Murphy's song "Out With A Bang" discuss the importance of living life in the moment and enjoying every second of it. The titular phrase of "out with a bang" is a metaphor for living life to the fullest and making the most of each experience. The first verse describes a scene where the singer has just put five dollars into a jukebox, but no one is dancing. The singer then encourages their partner to get off the porch and join them on the dance floor, claiming that "a good time's something I know." The chorus then repeats the phrase "out with a bang" and emphasizes the singer's desire to have fun and let loose.
The second verse addresses the idea of living a fast life and possibly facing repercussions for it. The singer asserts that they know where they're going and that they won't go easily when it's time for them to leave. The message here is that the singer is living life on their terms and embracing the excitement of it all, despite the potential consequences. The final lines of the song reiterate the singer's insistence on having fun and living life to the fullest.
Overall, "Out With A Bang" is a celebration of youth and the exuberance that comes with it. It's a call to action for those who might be too timid or reserved, challenging them to join in on the fun and enjoy the ride. While there may be dangers and risks involved, the singer believes that it's all worth it in the end.
Line by Line Meaning
I just dropped five dollars in a jukebox, baby
I just spent some money on the jukebox to play some music and have a good time.
Ain't a soul on the ol' dance floor
There's nobody else dancing in this place at the moment.
If you're gonna run with the big dogs hon, You gotta get off the porch
If you want to have some fun and enjoy life, you have to take action and get out of your comfort zone.
You can sit there all night uptight, honey, But a good time's something I know
You can choose to stay still and feel uncomfortable, but I know how to have fun and enjoy myself.
You gotta get the jump while the night is young, And there's just one way to go
You have to take advantage of the opportunity to have fun while you can, and there's only one direction to go - forward.
Out with a bang kickin' up dust, Honey, tonight I'm all wound up
I'm going to go out and have a great time, leaving a lasting impression and having lots of fun.
Over the fence and off of my chain, Honey, tonight I'm hurricane
I'm going to be free and wild, like a hurricane that cannot be contained.
You know some folks say, 'I'll never see heaven, If I don't change the road I'm on'
Some people think that they won't be rewarded in the afterlife if they don't change their ways in this life.
But me I know just where I'm goin', I don't have to be told
As for me, I know where I'm going and what I want in life, and I don't need anyone else to tell me otherwise.
The say livin' fast just won't last, But that don't bother me
Many believe that living life in the fast lane won't lead to happiness, but that doesn't concern me.
Cause when it comes my time to go, I won't go easily
When it's time for me to leave this world, I want to have lived a full, exciting life.
Out with a bang kickin' up dust, Honey, tonight I'm all wound up
I'm going to go out and have a great time, leaving a lasting impression and having lots of fun.
Over the fence and off of my chain, Honey, tonight I'm hurricane
I'm going to be free and wild, like a hurricane that cannot be contained.
Everybody wants good time, We all have the right
Everyone wants to have fun and enjoy their life, and it's their right to do so.
So if you're comin' with me now, darlin', You better hold on tight
If you want to come along with me and have some fun, be prepared for a wild ride.
Lyrics © CAROL VINCENT & ASSOC LLC, DO WRITE MUSIC LLC
Written by: DAVID LEE MURPHY, KIM CHADWICK TRIBBLE
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