Kid Rock released several studio albums from 1988 that mostly went unnoticed before his 1998 record 'Devil Without a Cause', released with Atlantic Records, sold 11 million albums behind the hits, "Bawitdaba","Cowboy," and "Only God Knows Why". In 2000, he released The History of Rock which was a compilation of remixed and remastered versions of songs from his previous albums as well as the hit single, "American Bad Ass". In 2001, he released the follow up, Cocky. After a slow start, his country-flavored hit "Picture" with Sheryl Crow resurrected the album and it went gold as a single and pushed the album's sales to more than 5 million. It was followed by 2003's self-titled release, which failed to chart a major hit. In 2006 he released Live Trucker , a live album. In 2007 Kid Rock released Rock N Roll Jesus, which produced a hit in "All Summer Long." It was his first worldwide smash hit, charting #1 in eight countries across Europe and Australia. Rock N Roll Jesus would go on to sell 5 million albums worldwide including being certified triple platinum in the US.
He has sold 22 million albums to date in the United States, which currently ranks him as the 99th best selling music artist of all time in the U.S.
Cocaine and Gin
Kid Rock Lyrics
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And I’m lettin’ it burn to the nail
And I know it’s a pain that'll linger
It’s a woman like that sends a good man to jail
And now the cocaine and gin’s got me spinnin’
Left in the old lost n found
If sorrow’s a game then I’m winnin’
So I sat and I thought for a long time
Prayin’ on what I might do
God you never did give me the answer
And I can’t stand the thought of another with you
And now the cocaine and gin’s got me spinnin’
Left in the old lost n found
If sorrow’s a game then I’m winnin’
Won't you please, set my feet on the ground
Thank you for everything momma
For tryin’ to raise me up well
And I’m sorry I did what I had to do
It’s a woman like that sends a good man to hell
And now the cocaine and gin’s got me spinnin’
Left in the old lost n found
If sorrow’s a game then I’m winnin’
Won't you please, set my feet on the ground
Set my feet on the ground
The Kid Rock song "Cocaine and Gin" tells the story of a man who is struggling with addiction and the consequences that come with it. The lyrics depict a man who is deeply involved with a woman who is a bad influence on him. The first verse describes her as a "match that [he] holds in [his] fingers," meaning that he is playing with fire by being involved with her. He knows that she will ultimately cause him pain, but he cannot seem to resist her. The chorus reflects the consequences of his addiction, with the cocaine and gin leaving him feeling lost and spinning out of control. He begs for someone to help him get back on solid ground.
The second verse shows the internal struggle that the man is facing as he tries to figure out what to do about the situation. He prays for guidance, but he does not receive any answers. This verse also suggests that this is not a new situation for him - he has been through this before with other women. The final verse reveals that the woman has ultimately led him to a place where he feels like he is in hell. He acknowledges that his mother tried to raise him "up well," but he has made choices that have led him down a dark path.
Overall, the song is a cautionary tale about the dangers of addiction and the importance of surrounding oneself with positive influences.
Line by Line Meaning
Well she’s the match that I hold in my fingers
She is like a burning matchstick in my hand, and I am letting her take control of me.
And I’m lettin’ it burn to the nail
I am letting this feeling consume me till its end.
And I know it’s a pain that'll linger
I am aware that this feeling will not go anytime soon, it will keep hurting me.
It’s a woman like that sends a good man to jail
Women like her are the reason good men end up in jail or in trouble.
And now the cocaine and gin’s got me spinnin’
My usage of cocaine and gin have left me spinning around in confusion and intoxication.
Left in the old lost n found
I am feeling lost and don't know how to get back on track.
If sorrow’s a game then I’m winnin’
I am feeling so much sorrow that it is like I am winning in this game of pain and hurt.
Won't you please, set my feet on the ground
Please help me to regain my balance and come back to reality.
So I sat and I thought for a long time
I took time to think about how to handle this situation.
Prayin’ on what I might do
I prayed to God trying to find a solution.
God you never did give me the answer
Unfortunately, I did not receive any answer or guidance from God.
And I can’t stand the thought of another with you
I can't bear the thought of someone else being with you.
Thank you for everything momma
I am grateful for everything that my mother has done for me.
For tryin’ to raise me up well
She did her best to raise me in a good way.
And I’m sorry I did what I had to do
I regret taking certain actions, but I felt like I had no other choice.
It’s a woman like that sends a good man to hell
Women like her are the reason good men end up in a bad place or situation.
Set my feet on the ground
Please help me to regain my balance and come back to reality.
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chris goldbach
Well she’s the match that I hold in my fingers
And I’m lettin’ it burn to the nail
And I know it’s a pain that'll linger
It’s a woman like that sends a good man to jail
And now the cocaine and gin’s got me spinnin’
Left in the old lost n found
If sorrow’s a game then I’m winnin’
Won't you please, set my feet on the ground
So I sat and I thought for a long time
Prayin’ on what I might do
God you never did give me the answer
And I can’t stand the thought of another with you
And now the cocaine and gin’s got me spinnin’
Left in the old lost n found
If sorrow’s a game then I’m winnin’
Won't you please, set my feet on the ground
Thank you for everything momma
For tryin’ to raise me up well
And I’m sorry I did what I had to do
It’s a woman like that sends a good man to hell
And now the cocaine and gin’s got me spinnin’
Left in the old lost n found
If sorrow’s a game then I’m winnin’
Won't you please, set my feet on the ground
Set My Feet On The Ground!!
Dana Ortiz
I grew up with this man and have seen him change so much. I’m a fan of his whole journey and I’m glad we got to have our journeys at the same time. Thank you Bobby! Keep making the best music.
Dilldow Schwagginz
Same here.
Angela Loznicka
Someone else may have wrote this song and it is a great song. It just fits him and his voice, you can just feel the pain. I love it. props to the writer and Kid Rock.
Gregory Grant
I don't know I can't answer that song p r o p s to a good man like me the kid Rock you're awesome keep playing them songs I like them
Patricia Lovelace
I listen to this a lot cause the pain is real...I lost my husband in 2007 and that pain is just as real today as it was when he passed away......kid rock you got real so much talent and put so much feeling in your songs keep up the great work keep rocking
hayez tattooz
Patricia Lovelace lost my wife 2 years ago on christmas morning. i know the the fucked up pain all to well. new vehicles new house. but the pain is still here. only reason im still on this planet. is our 12 and 10 year old sons
Patricia Lovelace
hayez tattooz. Sorry for your loss .... I know that pain well....if you have facebook and need to talk find me there....will pray for you and your family.....
hayez tattooz
yes anthony hayes on facebook im in hawley Texas
Patricia Lovelace
hayez tattooz. Look me up
hayez tattooz
theres alot of you with same name. what color is your hair?