This whiskey fueled two-man frenzy of blues-driven rock'n'roll noise straig… Read Full Bio ↴This whiskey fueled two-man frenzy of blues-driven rock'n'roll noise straight from Fort Wayne, Indiana promise to hit you like a shock wave and show you a foot-stompin' good time. Left Lane Cruiser is comprised of Joe Evans on slide guitar and vocals with Brenn Beck on one big-ass bass drum, harmonica and a toolbox full of percussive gear. The raw blues duo of LLC have practiced through thick and thin to hone a sound unlike any other and have been together long enough to have previously released a couple of self-produced EPs. "Let your soul drive what you do" is the premise of their music, "give it all you got, and everything is an instrument: trash cans, paint trays, hubcaps, ladders, you name it." Learning their craft by playing at house parties, at the corner streets of their home town, and rehearsing in a heatless garage, they have developed their personal take on the North Mississippi Hill Country sound. They have toured relentlessly, sharing the stage with artists such as Robert Belfour, Black Diamond Heavies, Hillstomp, and Chris Cotton among others. They have also appeared at the infamous Deep Blues festival in River Falls Wisconsin in 2007. "Bring Yo' Ass To The Table" is the culmination of everything these boys have experienced as a band during the four years of their existence, it's "greasy hot, shaved dry, and crazier than your smokin' methed-up ex-girlfriend who keeps singin' ÔDown By The River I Shot My Baby' thru a two-dollar pawn shop mic she jerry-rigged thru that ol' gunshot black & white TV in the backyard and dedicating it to you with love m*therf*cker" to quote Deep Blues guru Rick Saunders.

Ol' Fashion
Left Lane Cruiser Lyrics

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Ol' fashion $5 shoe shine
Ol' fashion $5 shoe shine

Won't you lay down
Just lay down
Won't you lay down
Just lay your money down

Well Ol' fashioned tried to steal mine
Ya now Ol' fashioned tried to steal mine
He puts a $20 in and takes a $40 out
He puts a $20 in and takes a $40 out
All right

Ol' fashion $5 shoe shine
Ol' fashion $5 shoe shine

Won't you lay down
Just lay down

Won't you lay down
Just lay your money down

Overall Meaning

"Ol' Fashion" by Left Lane Cruiser is a blues rock song with an up-tempo beat that tells a story of a man who offers a $5 shoe shine service. The first two lines repeat twice in the song, setting the tone and creating a catchy chorus. The singer then invites the listener to lay down and lay their money down, suggesting that the man offers a good deal. However, the next verse reveals that this isn't the case for everyone. "Ol' fashioned" apparently tried to "steal mine," referring to the singer's money. The use of the word "steal" paints a picture of a duplicitous character who may not be trustworthy. The next lines show that the man could be a scam artist as he puts $20 in the machine and takes out $40.

The chorus repeats again, making it clear that the singer wants the listener to come to him for a shoe shine. The repetition of the chorus can also suggest that the singer is trying to convince the listener to choose his service over the man described in the previous verse. The simple structure of the song adds to the catchy tune, with the combination of the guitar riff and lyrics creating a quick and energetic sound.

Line by Line Meaning

Ol' fashion $5 shoe shine
A plea to customers for a vintage-style, affordable shoe shine service.

Ol' fashion $5 shoe shine
Repetition of the opening line to reinforce the advertisement for the service.

Won't you lay down
Inviting the customer to take a seat and relax while the shoe shine is being done.

Just lay down
Reinforcing the previous invitation, emphasizing the table or chair provided.

Won't you lay down
Repetition of the first invitation as a gentle recommendation.

Just lay your money down
Enticing customers to pay for the service, possibly implying that the experience is worth the payment.

Ol' fashioned tried to steal mine
Referring to a competitor trying to lure customers away or attempting to undercut the advertised price.

Ya now Ol' fashioned tried to steal mine
Restating the threat of competitors trying to endanger the small business.

He puts a $20 in and takes a $40 out
Exposing a competitor's deceitful tactics, where they charge more than advertised or provide a lower quality service than what's paid for.

He puts a $20 in and takes a $40 out
Repeating the warning about competitor's dishonest actions.

All right
Concluding the song with a casual expression, possibly to encourage customers to come to the advertised service despite competitors.

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