Mustang Sally
Johnny Winter and Buddy Guy Lyrics
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Mustang Sally , baby, I guess you better slow your mustang down
You been a runnin' all over town, I guess I'll better put your big feet on the ground, oh yes, I will
All you want to do is ride around, Sally (ride Sally ride)
All you want to do is ride around, Sally (ride Sally ride)
All you want to do is ride around, Sally (ride Sally ride)
All you want to do is ride around, Sally (ride Sally ride)
One of these early mornings,
you gonna be wipin' your weepin' eyes, yes you will
I bought you a vintage mustang,
of nineteen sixty-five
Now you comin' right signifyin' woman, no,
you don't want to let me ride
Mustang Sally, baby, yeah,
I guess you better slow your mustang down, yes you will darling, I hope you will
Going around running' all over town,
I'm gonna put your big fat feet on the ground, oh yes Sally, well, look at here
All you want to do is ride around, Sally (ride Sally ride)
All you want to do is just ride around, Sally (ride Sally ride)
All you want to do is just ride around, Sally (ride Sally ride)
All you want to do is ride around, Sally (ride Sally ride)
One of these early mornings
You gonna put your bad bad feet on the ground, oh yes I will, Sally
Sally (ride Sally ride)
Sally (ride Sally ride)
(ride Sally ride)
(ride Sally ride)
(ride Sally ride)
(ride Sally ride)
The lyrics to Johnny Winter and Buddy Guy's song "Mustang Sally" tell the story of a woman named Sally who loves to drive her vintage Mustang around town, much to the frustration of the singer of the song. The singer is warning Sally to slow down and take it easy, as she has been driving around so much that she is bound to wear herself out. The repetition of the phrase "ride Sally ride" emphasizes Sally's love of the open road and her refusal to slow down, while the singer's repeated refrain of "I'm gonna put your big fat feet on the ground" shows his frustration with her constant driving and desire to bring her back down to earth.
The song's overall theme could be interpreted as a warning against excessive indulgence and the importance of taking time to slow down and appreciate life. Sally's constant driving represents the desire for instant gratification and the need for constant stimulation, while the singer's warnings represent the importance of balance and moderation in life. Whether intentionally or not, the lyrics of "Mustang Sally" serve as a commentary on the fast-paced, thrill-seeking culture of the 1960s.
Line by Line Meaning
Mustang Sally, guess you better slow your mustang down
Sally, you've been driving too fast and reckless, you need to slow down before something bad happens
You been a runnin' all over town, I guess I'll better put your big feet on the ground, oh yes, I will
You've been going everywhere and doing everything, but it's time to come back down to reality and face the consequences of your actions
All you want to do is ride around, Sally (ride Sally ride)
You're always on the go, always looking for adventure and excitement, never stopping to rest or reflect
One of these early mornings,
you gonna be wipin' your weepin' eyes, yes you will
Someday soon, you're going to regret the way you've been living and the choices you've made
I bought you a vintage mustang,
of nineteen sixty-five
I gave you a symbol of freedom and independence, but you're taking it too far
Now you comin' right signifyin' woman, no,
you don't want to let me ride
You're turning into a controlling and possessive person, not letting anyone else have any control or input in your life
Mustang Sally, baby, yeah,
I guess you better slow your mustang down, yes you will darling, I hope you will
I'm warning you again to slow down, but I also hope you will take my advice and make a change for the better
Going around running' all over town,
I'm gonna put your big fat feet on the ground, oh yes Sally, well, look at here
Your actions are taking a toll on you and others, it's time for a reality check and for you to face the consequences of your actions
One of these early mornings
You gonna put your bad bad feet on the ground, oh yes I will, Sally
You're going to realize the error of your ways and need to take responsibility for them
Sally (ride Sally ride)
You keep going, keep living your reckless lifestyle
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Mack Rice
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