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.
Political Incorrectness
Kevin Fowler Lyrics
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There's a case or two of empty cans blowin' in the back
Yeah I got an eight point buck strapped across the hood
Exhaust pipe smokin' up the neighborhood
These days guys like me, we don't fit in
(Chorus)
Yeah 'cause I'm socially challenged
So everybody says
I'm a little off-center
A public offender
It's how I was raised, I guess
Ahh, If speakin' your mind is really a crime
I'm guilty, I must confess
I'm the poster child for political incorrectness
Sometimes I get too loud and I'm prone to cuss
Everytime I fire up a cigarette I cause a fuss
No I don't believe in global warming
And I don't care
About the size of the hole in the ozone layer
These days guys like me just don't fit in
(Chorus)
Yeah and I've learned everything I know
From outlaws like Merle and David Allan Coe
I won't change one thing about the way I am
(Chorus)
Oh I'm just a redneck reject
Who doesn't really give a heck
What anybody says
I'm the poster child for political incorrectness
Yes I am
The lyrics of Kevin Fowler's "Political Incorrectness" explore the idea of standing out in modern society, particularly for people who still embrace traditional and conservative values. The first verse describes the singer's truck, adorned with a rebel flag and a rifle rack, emphasizing his love for country and his affinity for hunting. These symbols, however, are seen as outdated and offensive to some, causing the singer to feel like he does not fit in with today's culture. He declares that he is "socially challenged" and "slightly off-balance," highlighting the disconnect he feels from those who are more progressive.
The chorus serves as a statement of defiance, with the singer proudly proclaiming that he is a "public offender" and the "poster child for political incorrectness." He acknowledges that he may be seen as loud, rude, and unapologetically opinionated, but he refuses to compromise his beliefs to fit in. The second verse continues this theme of rejection, with the singer referencing his smoking habits and skepticism towards environmental concerns. Finally, he declares that he has no intention of changing who he is, as he has learned from icons like Merle Haggard and David Allan Coe, who have similarly been marginalized as outlaws in their time.
Overall, "Political Incorrectness" is a commentary on the divide between different cultures and beliefs in America. By embracing his "redneck reject" identity, Kevin Fowler encourages others to take pride in their roots and refuse to compromise their values to conform to societal norms.
Line by Line Meaning
My truck has a rebel flag and a rifle rack
I display symbols of patriotism and gun ownership on my vehicle.
There's a case or two of empty cans blowin' in the back
I enjoy beer and sometimes leave my trash in my truck.
Yeah I got an eight point buck strapped across the hood
I'm a hunter and proud of my kills.
Exhaust pipe smokin' up the neighborhood
My vehicle is loud and pollutes the air.
These days guys like me, we don't fit in
I feel ostracized for my beliefs and lifestyle.
Yeah 'cause I'm socially challenged
I struggle to conform to societal norms.
Slightly off-balance
I'm different from most people.
So everybody says
People judge me for being different.
I'm a little off-center
I don't conform to the mainstream.
A public offender
I often say or do things that offend others.
It's how I was raised, I guess
My upbringing has influenced my worldview.
Ahh, If speakin' your mind is really a crime
Sometimes it feels like society punishes free speech.
I'm guilty, I must confess
I'm unapologetic about my opinions and actions.
I'm the poster child for political incorrectness
I epitomize the idea of defying the status quo and rejecting political correctness.
Sometimes I get too loud and I'm prone to cuss
I can be rowdy and vulgar at times.
Everytime I fire up a cigarette I cause a fuss
My smoking is a source of controversy.
No I don't believe in global warming
I reject the scientific consensus on climate change.
And I don't care
I'm not swayed by popular opinion on certain issues.
About the size of the hole in the ozone layer
I don't prioritize environmental concerns.
Yeah and I've learned everything I know
I've been influenced by certain cultural icons.
From outlaws like Merle and David Allan Coe
I admire musicians who rebel against the establishment.
I won't change one thing about the way I am
I won't compromise my beliefs or lifestyle.
Oh I'm just a redneck reject
I embrace my rural, southern heritage and identity.
Who doesn't really give a heck
I don't care about what others think of me.
What anybody says
I'm not swayed by social pressure or criticism.
I'm the poster child for political incorrectness
I proudly embody the idea of rejecting mainstream values and beliefs.
Yes I am
I'm unapologetic about my identity and values.
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