Move It On Over
His Comets Lyrics
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That baby of mine wouldn't let me in
So move it on over (move it on over)
Move it on over (move it on over)
Move over little dog cause the big dog's moving in
She's changed the lock on my front door
My door key don't fit no more
Scoot it on over (move it on over)
Move over skinny dog cause the fat dog's moving in
This dog house here is mighty small
But it's better than no house at all
So ease it on over (move it on over)
Drag it on over (move it on over)
Move over old dog cause a new dog's moving in
She told me not to play around
But I done let the deal go down
So pack it on over (move it on over)
Tote it on over (move it on over)
Move over nice dog cause a mad dog's moving in
She warned me once, she warned me twice
But I don't take no one's advice
So scratch it on over (move it on over)
Shake it on over (move it on over)
Move over short dog cause the tall dog's moving in
She'll crawl back to me on her knees
I'll be busy scratching fleas
So slide it on over (move it on over)
Sneak it on over (move it on over)
Move over good dog cause a mad dog's moving in
Remember pup, before you whine
That side's yours and this side's mine
So shove it on over (move it on over)
Sweep it on over (move it on over)
Move over cold dog cause a hot dog's moving in
The song "Move It On Over" by Hank Williams and His Comets tells the story of a man who comes home late and drunk, only to find out that his wife has changed the locks on him, preventing him from entering their house. In an effort to still find a roof over his head, he seeks refuge in the dog house, claiming that it's better than being homeless. The man recognizes that he has made mistakes and disobeyed his wife's warning about not being unfaithful to her. Despite being warned not to stray, he finds himself in the company of other women. The essence of the song is about recognizing mistakes, taking responsibility for actions, and moving on.
One can draw several interpretations from this narrative, such as redemption, penance, or even the consequences of adultery. However, the critical idea here is that of acknowledging errors and making necessary amends. The repetition of the phrase ‘move it on over’ contributes to the theme of change and transition. The shift from one partner to another, from comfortable living to bare minimum, to acknowledge right from wrong, all contribute to the concept of ‘moving it over’.
Line by Line Meaning
Came in last night at half past ten
I arrived at my house at 10:30 last night.
That baby of mine wouldn't let me in
My significant other refused to allow me into the house.
So move it on over (move it on over)
I need to move closer to the door or exit.
Move it on over (move it on over)
I need to make room for myself by pushing someone out of the way.
Move over little dog cause the big dog's moving in
I am a dominant figure and will take charge of the situation.
She's changed the lock on my front door
My significant other has taken measures to prevent my return to the house.
My door key don't fit no more
The old key I have is useless.
So get it on over (move it on over)
I need to make room for myself to gain entry to the house.
Scoot it on over (move it on over)
I need to push things aside to create a path for my entry.
Move over skinny dog cause the fat dog's moving in
I will take charge of the situation and dominate my partner.
This dog house here is mighty small
The living quarters are not spacious.
But it's better than no house at all
I prefer this cramped house than to be homeless.
So ease it on over (move it on over)
I need to make room in the small living quarters.
Drag it on over (move it on over)
I need to rearrange the belongings in the house.
Move over old dog cause a new dog's moving in
I am a dominant figure and will take charge of the situation.
She told me not to play around
My significant other warned me against misbehaving.
But I done let the deal go down
I ignored the warnings and went ahead with my mischief.
So pack it on over (move it on over)
I need to leave the situation and move on.
Tote it on over (move it on over)
I need to carry my belongings with me and leave the situation.
Move over nice dog cause a mad dog's moving in
I am angry and ready to take charge of the situation.
She warned me once, she warned me twice
My significant other gave me multiple warnings.
But I don't take no one's advice
I do not listen to other people's advice.
So scratch it on over (move it on over)
I need to take control of the situation.
Shake it on over (move it on over)
I need to assert my power in the situation.
Move over short dog cause the tall dog's moving in
I am a more dominant figure than my significant other.
She'll crawl back to me on her knees
My significant other will come crawling back to me, begging for forgiveness.
I'll be busy scratching fleas
I will not care about my significant other's attempts to reconcile with me.
So slide it on over (move it on over)
I need to take control of the situation.
Sneak it on over (move it on over)
I need to assert my power in the situation without causing confrontation.
Move over good dog cause a mad dog's moving in
I am angry and ready to take control of the situation.
Remember pup, before you whine
Before complaining, think about the situation you're in.
That side's yours and this side's mine
We both have our own territories or responsibilities.
So shove it on over (move it on over)
I need more space in this area.
Sweep it on over (move it on over)
I need to clean the area to create more space.
Move over cold dog cause a hot dog's moving in
I am a more vibrant presence compared to my significant other.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HANK WILLIAMS SR.
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Yngve Silkisberg
Love it bill
Ric Tester
This is the undubbed master. Good find.
mowbray99
I have the version on vinyl with the backing vocals
Verna Lodder
Great song
ALAIN ZILKA
Très bon morceau
George Carter
I love country music classic
JC
Real rock and roll
LaraRicki Jack
SUPER-DANKE JACK UND GRÜSSE VON DANICA
Bill Haley Rock
da braucht es keine worte
Chuck Benwitt
NOT country