If U In The Streets
J. Slim Lyrics


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If you're ever in Oklahoma
You better move around at night
'Cause they don't like no transportation
Slipping by in-and-out of sight
And they don't care about Dallas, Texas
And they don't care about Wichita
If you're ever in Oklahoma
You better move around the law
They got fines and they got plenty
They'll hold you up for days on end




Threaten your life and take your money
Make you think you're there to stay

Overall Meaning

In J. Slim's song "If U In The Streets," the artist warns listeners about the dangers of being in Oklahoma at night. He warns that the police, or "the law," don't take kindly to anyone who tries to move around, especially with transportation. The police in Oklahoma are vigilant and can hold you up for days on end with fines or even take your life and money. The artist also emphasizes that they don't care about big cities like Dallas or Wichita. Oklahoma is a place where the law takes time by the hands and anyone who disobeys will have to face the consequences.


This song seems to be a commentary on the oppressive nature of law enforcement in certain smaller towns and rural areas. Although the lyrics are specific to Oklahoma, they can apply to other similar communities in the United States. The artist seems passionate while singing this song, almost as if he has had a personal experience or knows someone who has, which adds an emotional depth to the lyrics. Overall, the song's tone is cautionary, warning listeners of the dangers of breaking the law in Oklahoma.


Line by Line Meaning

If you're ever in Oklahoma
In case you find yourself in Oklahoma


You better move around at night
It's better to be on the move during the night


'Cause they don't like no transportation
The locals dislike any form of transportation


Slipping by in-and-out of sight
It's advisable to move unnoticed


And they don't care about Dallas, Texas
Residents are indifferent towards Dallas, Texas


And they don't care about Wichita
Wichita isn't of consequence to the inhabitants


If you're ever in Oklahoma
In case you find yourself in Oklahoma once again


You better move around the law
It's better to avoid breaking the law


They got fines and they got plenty
There are many fines and penalties in place


They'll hold you up for days on end
They'll detain you for extended periods


Threaten your life and take your money
They might endanger you and rob you of your funds


Make you think you're there to stay
They could make you feel like you're never leaving




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Written by: J.J. CALE

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