Down Home Town
Electric Light Orchestra Lyrics
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'Cause they ain't got our classy touch,
But they ain't good enough to breathe,
This towns good air we make 'em leave.
[Chorus:]
But it's no, no, no, you really can't do that,
No, no, no, down home town.
No monkey business in this town,
Well who do you think you're pushing round,
This towns respectable and clean,
Just look around you'll see what I mean.
[Chorus]
Down home town, down home town,
[Chorus]
We got the best town band around,
Just listen to their crazy sound.
When they get hot they gonna blow,
You see them winnin' every show.
Down home town, down home town [Repeat]
[Chorus]
Look out
The lyrics of Electric Light Orchestra's song Down Home Town depict a sense of pride about the singer's hometown. The singer declares that the world outside doesn't like their town because it is too classy for them. The singer claims that the town's air is too good for outsiders, implying that the town is a special, exclusive place. In the chorus, the singer insists that there are things that can't be done in their town, and that it is a no-no. The second verse reinforces this idea stating that there is no "monkey business" tolerated in their respectable and clean town. The singer also challenges anyone who thinks they can push the town around, affirming that it is the best town in town.
Overall, the song celebrates the idea of a small town that is unique and special. The singer takes pride in the culture and purity of their hometown, and challenges anyone who believes they can undermine the values and standards that the town holds dear. This song is an ode to anyone who might feel that their hometown has something to offer that no other place can match.
Line by Line Meaning
The world outside don't like us much,
People from other places don't seem to appreciate us or our sophisticated ways.
'Cause they ain't got our classy touch,
They are not as refined or elegant as we are.
But they ain't good enough to breathe,
They are not even worthy of breathing the same air as us.
This towns good air we make 'em leave.
We are so good that we make inferior people leave our town just to breathe fresh air.
But it's no, no, no, you really can't do that,
However, we cannot completely exclude others from our town.
No, no, no, down home town.
Our hometown is open to others, but they must respect our way of life and values.
No monkey business in this town,
We do not tolerate any inappropriate or dishonest behavior in our community.
Well who do you think you're pushing round,
Don't think that you can come into our town and push us around.
This towns respectable and clean,
Our town is known for its dignity and cleanliness.
Just look around you'll see what I mean.
Observe our town, and you will understand why it is highly regarded.
We got the best town band around,
Our community boasts having the most talented musicians.
Just listen to their crazy sound.
If you hear them play, you will be blown away by their remarkable music.
When they get hot they gonna blow,
When they get going, their music will be unstoppable and awe-inspiring.
You see them winnin' every show.
Their unmatched talent has earned them numerous awards and adoration from fans.
Down home town, down home town
Our town is the only place where you can find this extraordinary musical talent.
Look out
Be warned that our town is not to be underestimated or overlooked.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JEFF LYNNE
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@Camo0101
Didn't expect a country track but I dig it
@UNREG1STER3D
To think many people consider this to be ELO's worst track!!! Although I disagree, I find this more of a compliment than an insult. If one of your worst songs sounds like this, I think you're doing a damn good job!
@AceSea130
one of the unique songs of many that make up the entirety of elo. good jam :D
@martindrogers
😉
@steverakes6182
I was thirteen years old when I bought this album in 1975, and this was one of my favorite songs because I lived in Florida (The Land Of Dixie).
@williamhrivnak7345
This song and Wild West Hero make ELO my favorite country band
@wm6848
Great song
@mr.blue7357
One word
AMAZING
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