Dillon Carmichael was born in Burgin, a small town in Kentucky, and grew up with a family that was passionate about music. Both of his grandfathers, Harold Carmichael and Harold Montgomery, were professional musicians (the former was a gospel singer and the latter a country picker who appeared on the Grand Ole Opry). Both of Dillon's parents had been singers who often performed in public. And he also had two uncles who rose to fame in country music; John Michael Montgomery enjoyed a handful of hits in the '90s, while Eddie Montgomery was a co-founder of the rowdy, Southern rock-inspired act Montgomery Gentry. Dillon got his first guitar from his father when he was 11 years old, and he taught himself to play. Once he became comfortable with the instrument, teenaged Dillon put together a band with his friends, and they played talent shows and informal gigs around town. The band broke up, and Carmichael struck out on his own, writing songs and playing solo shows at bars throughout Kentucky.
When he was 18, Carmichael's talent came to the attention of a representative of a Nashville publishing house, who offered to strike a deal with Dillon once he graduated from high school. Four days after he got his diploma, Carmichael packed his bags and moved to Nashville, where he signed that publishing contract and began making his way into the Music City music community. As Carmichael honed his talent, his style began to reflect his early influences, which included the home truths of Merle Haggard and Waylon Jennings and the outlaw rock of Lynyrd Skynyrd. Eventually, Carmichael found a sympathetic collaborator in producer Dave Cobb, who had developed a reputation for his work with Sturgill Simpson, Jason Isbell, and Chris Stapleton. Working together in the studio, Cobb helped Carmichael cut his debut single, an homage to classic country titled "Old Songs Like That," which was released in October 2017. A second single, "Made to Be a Country Boy," followed in February 2018. The two singles received positive notices in the country music press, as did Carmichael's first full-length album, Hell on an Angel, which was released by Riser House Records in October 2018.
Hot Beer
Dillon Carmichael Lyrics
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'Fore you got dolled up, pulled into my drive
And apologized 'cause the other night you went crazy
You said you're just here to collect your stuff
Now you're cryin' and you're talkin' 'bout makin' up
Like you wanna come back, let me think about that now, baby, well
I'd rather drink a hot beer
Burn all my fishing gear
Then set sail in a hurricane
Or go hunting with an empty gun
And see a once in a lifetime deer
Work a Saturday just for fun
Then come home and drink a hot beer
I'm sorry if it sounds kinda overboard
But you cheated and you lied and you wrecked my Ford
So you might as well stay there on the porch now honey
If you wanna know the odds of another try
They're about the same as a tractor flyin'
Quit your laughin' girl, I ain't tryna be funny
I'd rather drink a hot beer
Build a fire in the pouring rain
Burn all of my fishing gear
Then set sail in a hurricane
Go hunting with an empty gun
And see a once in a lifetime deer
Or work a Saturday just for fun
Then come home and drink a hot beer
Come home and drink a skunked, old, totally not cold
Flat and scratched 'cause it's done been rolled
In the back of the bed with the trash and the tools
Hell, I'd even pop an O'Douls over you, yeah, ayy
I'd rather drink a hot beer
Turn it up and take a long sip
Hell, I'd even take big swig
Of Uncle Bubbas old dip spit
Go hunting with an empty gun
And see once in a lifetime deer
Work a Saturday just for fun
Then come home and drink a hot beer
Come home and drink a hot beer
"Dillon Carmichael's song Hot Beer" is a song about a man who is dealing with the aftermath of a break-up. The lyrics of the song speak of his former girlfriend who cheated on him and wrecked his Ford. The man would rather go through various uncomfortable and undesirable situations, such as hunting with an empty gun or working on a Saturday, than deal with another attempt at a relationship with his ex-girlfriend. The repetition of the phrase "I'd rather drink a hot beer" acts as a chorus in the song, symbolizing the man's desire for simplicity and comfort.
The opening stanza of the song describes the ex-girlfriend's return to the man's house to collect her belongings. Despite her attempts to reconcile, the man is adamant about not being interested in getting back together. In the following stanza, the man lists various activities that he would rather do than consider getting back with his ex-girlfriend. The bridge of the song features a satirical description of the man's willingness to drink an undesirable beer or even dip spit, rather than entertain the possibility of a future relationship with his ex-girlfriend.
Overall, the lyrics of "Hot Beer" paint a picture of a man who has been hurt by a previous relationship and is determined to avoid repeating the same situation. The song's chorus is a catchy, relatable phrase that listeners can easily connect with.
Line by Line Meaning
Girl, I knew it was a matter of time
I could sense that you would show up at my doorstep sooner or later.
'Fore you got dolled up, pulled into my drive
Before you made yourself presentable and came to my house.
And apologized 'cause the other night you went crazy
And said sorry for your irrational behavior the other night.
You said you're just here to collect your stuff
You told me that you came only to pick up your belongings.
Now you're cryin' and you're talkin' 'bout makin' up
But now you are emotional and discussing the possibility of getting back together.
Like you wanna come back, let me think about that now, baby, well
As if you want to reconcile, but I need some time to consider it.
I'd rather drink a hot beer
I'd prefer to do something unpleasant or unsatisfactory, like drink a warm beer.
Build a fire in the pouring rain
I'd rather face difficulties, like starting a fire in the rain.
Burn all my fishing gear
I'd rather dispose of my favorite hobby equipment in frustration.
Then set sail in a hurricane
I'd rather risk my safety and take on a dangerous challenge, like sailing in a hurricane.
Or go hunting with an empty gun
I'd rather embark on a futile or unreasonable activity, such as hunting without any ammunition.
And see a once in a lifetime deer
I'd prefer to witness an extremely rare occurrence or opportunity.
Work a Saturday just for fun
I'd rather do something unenjoyable, like working on my day off.
Then come home and drink a hot beer
And only then, after doing something undesirable, relax with an unsatisfactory beverage.
I'm sorry if it sounds kinda overboard
I apologize if telling you what I'd rather do seems extreme or excessive.
But you cheated and you lied and you wrecked my Ford
However, your actions were severe; you were unfaithful, dishonest, and caused damage to my property.
So you might as well stay there on the porch now honey
Therefore, you might as well stay outside on the porch, my dear.
If you wanna know the odds of another try
If you're curious about the chances of us trying again,
They're about the same as a tractor flyin'
Those chances are extremely unlikely or impossible.
Quit your laughin' girl, I ain't tryna be funny
Stop laughing, I'm not attempting to be humorous.
Come home and drink a skunked, old, totally not cold
I'd rather drink a beer that's stale, unpleasant in taste, and not chilled.
Flat and scratched 'cause it's done been rolled
One that's flat from being transported and scratched from being jostled.
In the back of the bed with the trash and the tools
Stored in the back of a truck bed among garbage and tools.
Hell, I'd even pop an O'Douls over you, yeah, ayy
I'd even choose a non-alcoholic beer over you.
Turn it up and take a long sip
I'd rather drink an unpalatable beverage loudly and for an extended period.
Hell, I'd even take big swig
I'm willing to drink it in large gulps.
Of Uncle Bubbas old dip spit
Even if it contained the disgusting remnants of somebody's dip.
Come home and drink a hot beer
After all of that, I'll return home and settle for drinking a warm beer.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ashley Glenn Gorley, Ben Johnson, Hunter Phelps, Michael Hardy
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@garrettmosley1292
Still one of my favorite songs! Never gets old
@greeen890
Seen this guy in concert. Absolutely fire!!!!
@lexhillbilly
This song is awesome and says what I feel like towards my ex-wife. Way to put a smile on millions of people's faces. This is the ultimate stick it in the face song!!! Great song and voice like Eric Church!!!! Thanks so much Dillion!!!
@peterbalac1915
Same here I thought mine was just another crazy turned out she had Borderline personality disorder check it out yours might have had the same 🤙
@raineychristopher4748
Can't wait to be chilling on the pontoon to this one Dillon! Thanks for another great song. You're keeping country alive man!! ♥️
@DillonCarmichael
Thanks! I appreciate it, Rainey!
@thomasmassey2850
Most underrated country artist this man deserves a whole lot more recognition keep bringing the heat and you will get there man
@FenderEsquire
From one musician to another... you got a future number 1 hit!
@DillonCarmichael
Thank you! 🍺
@ryanloewen1825
You never disappoint! Song is pure gold and your voice and style just awesome