Working closely with Ed Roth, who assumed the nom du disc "Mr. Gasser," Fred Rice carefully selected vocalists and musicians for the recording session. Gary Usher assembled and led the vocal talent, which included Jackie "Robyn" Ward, Chuck Girard, Richard Burns and Darlene Love. And how's this for a guitar line-up: Glen Campbell, Jerry Cole and Howard Roberts! On drums you've the great Hal Blaine. Meanwhile, Cliff Hils anchored the bass position and Leon Russell played piano while Steve Douglas wailed on sax. What a fabulous group of "Weirdos"! The combination of A-list players and a top-notch studio produced a superior-sounding LP, every bit the sonic equal of contemporary recordings from stars like the Super Stocks and the Beach Boys.
Mr. Gasser
Mr. Gasser & The Weirdos Lyrics
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This cat is known as real bad news
Mr Gasser Mr Gasser man
For those who race him are bound to lose
Well along came a chick that he wanted to see
Her 55 was the kind that could flee
She came alongside Mr Gasser's machine
Mr Gasser Mr Gasser man
This cat is known as real bad news
Mr Gasser Mr Gasser man
For those who race him are bound to lose
It was a race and a half coming straight down the road
Mr Gasser behind really totin' the load
He was just hanging back there behind that 55
His number come up for taking a dive
Mr Gasser Mr Gasser man
This cat is known as real bad news
Mr Gasser Mr Gasser man
For those who race him are bound to lose
It was one of those scenes that you don't wanna meet
When Gasser the passer went down in defeat
We were all broken up to see our champ take gas
But at last he'd met a chick that he couldn't pass
Mr Gasser Mr Gasser man
This cat is known as real bad news
Mr Gasser Mr Gasser man
For those who race him are bound to lose
The big race was over and man was he glad
That old chevy six had sure taken him bad
And the chick that was driving well she was no other
Than the one chick he couldn't shut down.....his mother
Mr Gasser Mr Gasser man
This cat is known as real bad news
Mr Gasser Mr Gasser man
For those who race him are bound to lose
The lyrics to "Mr. Gasser" by Mr. Gasser & The Weirdos tell the story of a notorious street racer named Mr. Gasser. He is portrayed as a formidable and unbeatable opponent in the racing scene. The song begins by establishing his reputation as "real bad news" for anyone who dares to race against him.
The narrative then shifts to a specific race where a woman in her fast '55 car catches Mr. Gasser's attention. She believes her car has what it takes to outpace him. As they race side by side, she assumes it will be an easy victory against Mr. Gasser's machine. However, the tables turn, and it is revealed that Mr. Gasser deliberately holds back, allowing her to think she has a chance. But when the appointed time comes, he surprises her, leaving her in defeat.
The lyrics continue to describe the disappointment and shock of witnessing Mr. Gasser's defeat. The song emphasizes the significance of this loss because Mr. Gasser had finally met someone he couldn't surpass. The twist comes when it is revealed that the woman driving against Mr. Gasser was, in fact, his own mother.
Overall, "Mr. Gasser" celebrates the street racing culture while highlighting the humor and irony in Mr. Gasser's defeat by his own mother.
Line by Line Meaning
Mr Gasser Mr Gasser man
Addressing Mr. Gasser, emphasizing his significance and reputation
This cat is known as real bad news
Mr. Gasser is widely recognized as a formidable opponent
For those who race him are bound to lose
Anyone who challenges Mr. Gasser in a race is destined to be defeated
Well along came a chick that he wanted to see
A woman caught Mr. Gasser's attention and he desired her company
Her 55 was the kind that could flee
The woman drove a fast '55 car that had great capability to escape
She came alongside Mr Gasser's machine
She positioned her car next to Mr. Gasser's vehicle
And thought here was a ride she could easily clean
She believed she had found a car she could easily outperform
It was a race and a half coming straight down the road
They engaged in an intense and thrilling race down the road
Mr Gasser behind really totin' the load
Mr. Gasser was trailing closely, carrying a heavy burden of expectations
He was just hanging back there behind that 55
He was strategically staying slightly behind the '55 car
His number come up for taking a dive
Eventually, fate caught up with him and he made a planned move to intentionally lose
It was one of those scenes that you don't wanna meet
The outcome of the race was an undesirable situation nobody wants to face
When Gasser the passer went down in defeat
Mr. Gasser, who is known for overtaking opponents, was defeated
We were all broken up to see our champ take gas
Everyone was disheartened to witness their champion experience a loss
But at last he'd met a chick that he couldn't pass
Mr. Gasser encountered a woman he couldn't surpass or outperform
The big race was over and man was he glad
The significant race had ended and Mr. Gasser felt relieved and content
That old chevy six had sure taken him bad
The vintage Chevy six-cylinder engine had clearly defeated him
And the chick that was driving well she was no other
The woman who was driving happened to be no one else
Than the one chick he couldn't shut down.....his mother
Than his mother, the one woman he couldn't defeat or surpass
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