Okie From Muskogee
Melvins Lyrics

We don't smoke marijuana in Muskogee
In Muskogee, people do not use marijuana for recreational or personal purposes.

We don't take no trips on LSD
LSD, a psychedelic drug that alters perception and mood, is not used or taken in Muskogee.

We don't burn our draft cards down on Main Street
People in Muskogee do not protest the military draft by destroying their draft cards publicly.

'Cause like livin' right and bein' free
The people of Muskogee value living a moral lifestyle and having personal freedom.

We don't make a party out of lovin'
In Muskogee, people do not celebrate or glorify sexual promiscuity or casual sex.

But we like holdin' hands and pitchin' woo
However, people in Muskogee do enjoy romantic gestures such as holding hands and flirting with each other.

We don't let our hair grow long and shaggy
Unlike the hippie culture found in San Francisco, people in Muskogee do not embrace long, unkempt hairstyles.

Like the hippies out in San Francisco do
This line refers to the countercultural movement and lifestyle found in San Francisco, which Muskogee is not a part of.

And I'm proud to be an Okie from Muskogee
The artist of the song is expressing pride in their hometown of Muskogee, Oklahoma.

A place where even squares can have a ball
Muskogee is a place where even those who do not fit into the countercultural scene (called squares) can still enjoy themselves.

We still wave Old Glory down at the courthouse
The American flag is still prominently displayed and respected in Muskogee, as shown by its presence at the courthouse.

And white lightnin's still the biggest thrill of all
White lightning, a slang term for moonshine (a homemade alcoholic drink), is still a popular and exciting drink in Muskogee.

Leather boots are still in style for manly footwear
Boots made of leather are still a fashionable choice of footwear for men in Muskogee.

Beads and Roman sandals won't be seen
Muskogee is not a place where hippie fashion, such as bead jewelry and Roman sandals, would be commonly worn.

Football's still the roughest thing on campus
Football remains the most physically demanding and aggressive sport played at schools in Muskogee.

And the kids here still respect the college dean
Despite the changing cultural values in America, students in Muskogee still hold a high level of respect for their college dean and administration.

We still wave Old Glory down at the courthouse
This line is repeated to emphasize the continued importance and respect given to the American flag in Muskogee.

And white lightnin's still the biggest thrill of all
This line is also repeated to reinforce the popularity of moonshine (white lightning) in Muskogee.

In Muskogee, Oklahoma, USA
This final line identifies Muskogee as a specific location in Oklahoma, USA.