Dogs
Keller Williams Lyrics

Earl is the dog
Here we introduce Earl as the dog, the first character in this love story.

Sheeba is his girl
Sheeba is the girl who belongs to Earl, the second character in this story.

She is the queen of the tundra
Sheeba is the queen of the tundra, which indicates that she is a strong and powerful woman.

He is the golden boy
Earl is called the golden boy, which implies that he is an important and esteemed member of the pack.

Like any couple in love
In this line, the artist compares Earl and Sheeba to a typical couple and this situates the song within the context of the complexities of relationships.

They have their issues
This line acknowledges that, like any other couple, Earl and Sheeba have difficulties that they have to work through.

There are lines that could never be crossed
This line suggests that there are boundaries that they cannot cross as a couple, emphasizing the importance of personal boundaries.

Even though they drink from the same bowl
Although they share many things, there are boundaries and limits that they observe.

They could never eat from the same bowl
This line reiterates that there are certain boundaries that can not be crossed, even if they share certain aspects of their lives.

That's a line that can never be crossed
The artist emphasizes this particular boundary and how it cannot be breached.

So don't you even try
This line suggests that outsiders cannot attempt to cross the boundary they have established.

Earl is the dog
Here Earl is reintroduced, emphasizing his significance in this story.

(Little earlie)
This is simply a term of endearment for Earl.

Sheeba is his girl
The singer emphasizes the romantic relationship between Earl and Sheeba, highlighting that they are a couple.

(Sweet Sheeba)
This is a term of affection for Sheeba.

She is the queen of the tundra
The artist once again highlights the strength and independence of Sheeba.

He is the golden boy
Earl is reintroduced as the golden boy.

It's an all day affair
This line introduces a new theme - that of the joys of playing with dogs all day long.

To lay and be petted
This line suggests that both Earl and Sheeba enjoy being petted and cuddled all day long.

Spend some time with a chewy toy
Dogs love playing with chewy toys, and this line suggests that Earl and Sheeba are no exception.

Just sniff around
This line reinforces the theme of the joys of playing with dogs and the simplicity of the bliss they find.

Follow that smell
This line implies that dogs are always curious and want to investigate the new scents they come across.

Nudge the gate open
This line suggests that dogs are always ready for adventure and eager to explore the world beyond their home.

To the outside world
This line references the world outside, implying that dogs feel a sense of adventure when they explore it.

Where the squirrels run for their lives
The reference to squirrels reinforces the sense of adventure and chase scenarios that dogs enjoy, often leaving the squirrels scurrying for their lives.

And the scent goes on forever
This line suggests that dogs are always eager, ready to explore and follow new scents.

He's a bed-hog
This line characterizes Earl as a bed hog, meaning he takes up space in the bed but the owners don't mind.

She is leaky
This line characterizes Sheeba as someone who drools or sheds hair, as dogs often do.

He's the watchdog
This line suggests that Earl is a watchdog - someone who is always aware and alert to what's happening around him.

She's the front seat security
This line implies that Sheeba watches out for any danger the owners face while they're driving.

But the deadly gas
This is a humorous way of referring to the unpleasant reality of flatulence, which dogs are infamous for.

That can clear a room
This line suggests that dog's flatulence is so strong it can clear a room.

Or make you think
This line suggests that the scent produced by dog's flatulence is so potent it can alter your frame of mind.

You're gonna wreck the car
This is a hyperbolic way of stating that the scent produced by dog's flatulence is so terrible it can cause people to feel they are going to have an accident.

Eventually goes away
The singer suggests that the scent dissipates over time and that the owners aren't too worried about it anyway.

We don't seem to mind
This line implies that the owners are so fond of their pets they even tolerate their flaws.

It happens every day
The fact that this is a frequent occurrence reinforces the close relationship between the owners and their pets and a comfortable everyday way of living with pets.

All the time
The phrase emphasizes that this happens on a consistent and ongoing basis.

‘Cause they can do no wrong
This line takes a humorous tone and reaffirms the owners' love for and tolerance of their pets.

And now they are immortal
This line closes the song on a high note of cute pet love, emphasizing the owners' undying love for their pets.