Hogjaw was formed in late 2006 through the power of jamming…” when we realized what we had, it just snowballed.” Everyone in the band is standing friends from High School and with one common goal, rockin, it became easy for the music to develop. With years of playing in label bands, touring afar, and playing beat-up acoustic guitars in and around the hills, these guys find their talents on a way of their own. It is spoken through the songs…and with support from everyone surrounding Hogjaw….things couldn’t be better for the group!
East Bound And Down
Hogjaw Lyrics
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we're gonna do what they say can't be done.
We've got a long way to go and a short time to get there.
I'm east bound, just watch ol' "Bandit" run.
Keep your foot hard on the pedal. Son, never mind them brakes.
Let it all hang out 'cause we got a run to make.
The boys are thirsty in Atlanta and there's beer in Texarcana.
East bound and down, loaded up and truckin',
we're gonna do what they say can't be done.
We've got a long way to go and a short time to get there.
I'm east bound, just watch ol' "Bandit" run.
Ol' Smokey's got them ears on and he's hot on your trail.
He ain't gonna rest 'til you're in jail.
So you got to dodge I'm and you got to duck I'm,
you got to keep that diesel truckin'.
Just put that hammer down and give it hell.
East bound and down, loaded up and truckin',
we're gonna do what they say can't be done.
We've got a long way to go and a short time to get there.
I'm east bound, just watch ol' "Bandit" run.
I am east bound, just watch ol' "Bandit" run.
I'm east bound and down and it's ok.
It's ok. It's ok.
The lyrics to Hogjaw’s song “East Bound and Down” feature a classic theme of chasing the American Dream. The “Bandit” and his team of truckers are racing against time and the law to transport beer from Texas to Georgia, facing obstacles such as Ol' Smokey, the law enforcement officer hot on their trail.
The song is rife with metaphors and symbolism, such as the importance of keeping one's foot on the pedal and never letting up, representing the relentless pursuit of success. “Letting it all hang out” is a reference to taking risks and going all in to achieve one's goals despite the danger or uncertainty. The mention of thirst in Atlanta and the availability of beer in Texarcana represent the rewards of hard work and the feeling of accomplishment once goals have been achieved.
The lyrics also cleverly weave in the idea of avoiding obstacles and avoiding getting caught, as the truckers must “dodge” and “duck” Ol' Smokey while keeping their “diesel truckin'.” The song ultimately represents a spirit of determination and perseverance in the face of adversity, and the feeling of freedom that comes with a successful chase.
Line by Line Meaning
East bound and down, loaded up and truckin'
We are driving eastward with our truck loaded and ready
we're gonna do what they say can't be done.
We're determined to accomplish what others think is impossible
We've got a long way to go and a short time to get there.
We have a lot of ground to cover in a limited amount of time
I'm east bound, just watch ol' "Bandit" run.
I'm the driver, and I'm confident in my abilities to make the journey successful
Keep your foot hard on the pedal. Son, never mind them brakes.
Drive fast and don't worry about stopping or slowing down
Let it all hang out 'cause we got a run to make.
Don't hold back, because we have a mission to accomplish
The boys are thirsty in Atlanta and there's beer in Texarcana.
Our teammates are in need of refreshment, and we have to make a pit stop to get them some beer
And we'll bring it back no matter what it takes.
We'll do whatever it takes to deliver the beer and complete our mission
Ol' Smokey's got them ears on and he's hot on your trail.
The police are aware of our activities and are trying to catch us
He ain't gonna rest 'til you're in jail.
The police officer is determined to arrest us
So you got to dodge I'm and you got to duck I'm,
We have to avoid and outsmart the police officer
you got to keep that diesel truckin'.
We have to keep driving the truck, which runs on diesel fuel
Just put that hammer down and give it hell.
Step on the gas and go all out
I am east bound, just watch ol' "Bandit" run.
Reiterating the driver's confidence in their driving abilities
I'm east bound and down and it's ok.
It's ok. It's ok.
Despite the obstacles and challenges we may face, we remain confident in ourselves and our mission
Contributed by Maria F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Karen Wallace Neece
on I Will Remain
Where was " I will remain filmed at. It looks so familiar. We just took a trip out west from Missouri.