Ruling Dub
Groundation Lyrics

Well, I wish I had some shoes on my two bare feet
I am uncomfortable in these clothes and cannot wait to change into something more comfortable.

And it's gettin' kinda cold in these painted on cut-off jeans
I am wearing clothes that are not practical and I am feeling the effects of the cold.

I hate the way this bikini top chafes
I am uncomfortable in the clothes I am wearing and they are causing me physical discomfort.

Do I really have to wear it all day? (Yeah, baby)
I am questioning the expectations that others have for me to dress a certain way and be uncomfortable all day.

I hear you over there on your tailgate whistlin'
I am aware that I am being objectified and catcalled by someone nearby.

Sayin', "Hey girl." ("Hey, girl.")
I am being addressed in a way that reinforces my status as a sexual object.

But you know I ain't listenin'
I am actively resisting the objectification and not responding to the catcalling.

'Cause I got a name
I am a person with feelings and desires, not just a sexual object to be objectified.

And to you it ain't "pretty little thing", "honey" or "baby"
I do not appreciate being addressed in patronizing and infantilizing terms.

Yeah it's drivin' me red-red-red-red-red-red-redneck crazy
I am frustrated and angry at the constant objectification and condescension I face as a woman in a male-dominated space.

Like all we're good for
Society often tries to limit women and assign them specific roles and expectations.

Is looking good for you and your friends on the weekend
Women are often expected to dress and behave in certain ways that appeal to men's desires and sexual interests.

Nothing more
Women are not valued for their intelligence, character, or accomplishments but solely for their looks and sex appeal.

We used to get a little respect
Women have historically been treated as second-class citizens and have only recently gained greater social and political recognition and rights.

Now we're lucky if we even get
Despite some improvements in gender equality, women still face significant discrimination and oppression in many aspects of society.

To climb up in your truck, keep our mouth shut and ride along
Women are often expected to be submissive and passive and to let men take the lead in relationships and social interactions.

And be the girl in a country song
These experiences are common for women in the country music genre and reflect broader patriarchal norms and values in society.

Well, shakin' my moneymaker ain't ever made me a dime
Women are often pressured to participate in demeaning and objectifying behavior in order to gain social recognition and value.

And there ain't no sugar for you in this shaker of mine
Women do not exist solely to please men and should not be expected to provide sexual or emotional labor without compensation or recognition.

Sure I'll slide on over, but you're gonna get slapped (Hah!)
Women are not passive objects to be controlled and touched without consent and have the right to resist and fight back against unwanted advances.

Aww no, Conway and George Strait
Country music used to consist of more complex and artistic songs and performers who valued women as equal and valued human beings.

Never did it this way
Modern country music often perpetuates harmful stereotypes and objectifies women in shallow and simplistic ways.

Back in the old days
In the past, there was more respect for women and a greater appreciation for their role in society beyond just their looks and sexual appeal.

Aww y'all, we ain't a cliché
Women are complex and diverse individuals who deserve to be recognized and respected for their unique personalities, talents, and perspectives.

That ain't no way
The current treatment of women as objects and second-class citizens is not acceptable or justifiable and needs to change.

To treat a lady like a girl in a country song
Women are deserving of respect and dignity regardless of their looks or sexual appeal and should not be treated as sexual objects or second-class citizens.

Down some old dirt road we don't even wanna be on
Women are often forced to participate in male-dominated spaces and activities that they do not enjoy or feel welcome in.

And be the girl in a country song
Women are often reduced to sexual objects and shallow caricatures in the country music genre, perpetuating harmful stereotypes and attitudes towards women.

("Yeah, baby, I ain't your tan legged Juliet. Can I put on some real clothes now? ")
Women should not be forced to conform to male expectations and desires and should be able to live and dress as they choose without harassment or objectification.