Fowler put together a country band in 1998 and began playing Tuesday nights at Babe's on Sixth Street in Austin. Within two years, he'd begun recording albums and struck big with his self-released Beer, Bait and Ammo (2000). The album sold around 30,000 copies in the Texas area and garnered an impressive amount of airplay, particularly for the album's title track. The song became somewhat of a Texas anthem; Mark Chesnutt made the song part of his live show, and Sammy Kershaw recorded it. Fowler returned in 2002 with his third album, High on the Hog, and boasted some impressive guests, including Willie Nelson and David Lee Garza.
Knocked Up
Kevin Fowler Lyrics
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For my sins, I need not confess
With your daddy standing at the pulpit
Oh, I just figured stayin' home was the best
Oh, your physique is swellin', and your waistline's tellin'
Everybody knows that it's mine
I guess the word's got around this ole one story town
You got knocked up, and I got locked up
I guess you'd say that we both got screwed
You got locked out, and I got knocked out
I guess you're gonna miss a lot of school
Yeah, you looked a damn sight older
That night up on the hill
If I'd have knowed what I know, girl, I wouldn't have let you go
But you said that you were on the pill
Yeah, your uncle, he's the town sheriff
Your grandaddy, he's the county judge
No, I don't see a way that I'll see the light of day
With your whole family holding a grudge
You got knocked up, and I got locked up
I guess you'd say that we both got screwed
You got locked out, and I got knocked out
I guess you're gonna miss a lot of school
Oh, girl, you ain't gonna graduate this year! I don't think so
Yeah, your family's got the shotgun ready
I can hear those church bells chime
No, I may not be ready for a wedding, honey
But I know that I ain't ready to die
You got knocked up, and I got locked up
I guess you'd say that we both got screwed
You got locked out, and I got knocked out
I guess you're gonna miss a lot of school
Yeah, you're gonna miss a lot of school
I think you're gonna miss a lot of school
No, girl, I you ain't gonna make it to the prom this year
The song "Knocked Up" by Kevin Fowler tells the story of two young lovers who find themselves in a difficult situation. The singer did not attend church on Sunday because he did not feel the need to confess his sins, despite the fact that the girl he got pregnant is the daughter of the preacher. The singer admits that everyone in their small town knows about their situation and that her father is not blind to the fact that she is pregnant. The singer regrets not being more careful, as the girl had assured him that she was on birth control.
The song is told from the perspective of the male protagonist who views the events with a sense of humor, despite the fact that he is facing significant consequences. He jokes about missing school and not being able to attend prom, while at the same time acknowledging the seriousness of the situation. He notes that the girl's family holds a grudge and that they are prepared to take matters into their own hands if necessary. Despite the challenges, the singer expresses a desire to live, even if he is not ready for marriage.
Overall, the song portrays the complexities of young love and the potential repercussions of careless behavior. It highlights the difficulties of living in a small town where everyone knows your business and the impact that family dynamics can have on personal relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
No, I did not go to church last Sunday
I didn't confess my sins at church last Sunday.
For my sins, I need not confess
I don't feel like I need to confess my sins.
With your daddy standing at the pulpit
Since your dad is preaching on the pulpit.
Oh, I just figured stayin' home was the best
I thought it was best to stay at home.
Oh, your physique is swellin', and your waistline's tellin'
Your body is revealing that you're pregnant.
Everybody knows that it's mine
Everyone knows that I am the father.
I guess the word's got around this ole one story town
It seems like everyone in this small town knows what's going on.
And your preacher daddy, he ain't blind
Your dad, who happens to be a preacher, knows what happened.
You got knocked up, and I got locked up
You got pregnant, and I got arrested.
I guess you'd say that we both got screwed
I think we both got into trouble.
You got locked out, and I got knocked out
You got expelled from school, and I got beaten up.
I guess you're gonna miss a lot of school
I think you won't be able to attend school for a while.
Yeah, you looked a damn sight older
You looked older than your age.
That night up on the hill
The night we spent together on the hill.
If I'd have known what I know, girl, I wouldn't have let you go
If I had known the outcome, I wouldn't have let you leave.
But you said that you were on the pill
You told me that you were on birth control.
Yeah, your uncle, he's the town sheriff
Your uncle is the sheriff of this town.
Your grandaddy, he's the county judge
Your grandfather is the judge of this county.
No, I don't see a way that I'll see the light of day
I don't see a way out of my current situation.
With your whole family holding a grudge
Your family doesn't forgive me for what happened.
Oh, girl, you ain't gonna graduate this year! I don't think so
I think it's unlikely that you'll graduate this year.
Yeah, your family's got the shotgun ready
Your family is prepared to use force against me.
I can hear those church bells chime
I hear the church bells ringing, perhaps signaling our fate.
No, I may not be ready for a wedding, honey
I'm not prepared to get married right now, dear.
But I know that I ain't ready to die
I'm not ready to die yet.
Yeah, you're gonna miss a lot of school
I think you won't be able to attend school for a while.
I think you're gonna miss a lot of school
I think you won't be able to attend school for a while.
No, girl, I you ain't gonna make it to the prom this year
I don't think you'll make it to the prom this year.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DANIEL J. BAIRD, TERRY RANDALL ANDERSON
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Luke Skywalker
I wish he would come out with a new album
steven rodriguez
does anyone know when and where this song was recorded....?
D And
Cowboys dancehall n dont remember when
Shelby Smith
Why do you want to know that?