Old 97's are an alt-country band originally based in Dallas, Texas, USA. Th… Read Full Bio ↴Old 97's are an alt-country band originally based in Dallas, Texas, USA. The group formed in 1993 and took their name from a song popularized by Johnny Cash, "Wreck of the Old '97". They describe themselves as a rock band with influences as varied as the Kinks, the Beatles, Pixies, David Bowie, X, and Merle Haggard. The band often performs songs made famous by the latter two musicians, and has interspersed a number of these on their eight releases since 1994.

Old 97's have been heralded as a great live band. They included five live songs as a bonus disc on Satellite Rides, and released a live double CD set recorded at historic Gruene Hall in 2005, Alive and Wired. Singer/guitarist Rhett Miller has released three solo albums and singer/bassist Murry Hammond released his first solo effort in April 2008. Ken Bethea plays lead guitar for the band and playing the drums/singing is Philip Peeples.

For photographs and additional information see the official website, www.Old97s.com.

Stoned
Old 97's Lyrics

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Well I must have been stoned when this whole started,
'Cause I just can't seem to think straight anymore.

Can't figure out where I'm at, maybe Memphis, maybe Mexico.
I think you're swell but I ain't gonna tell you so.
I think you're great but it's late and I'd better go.

Hitchhike to Rhome. Take the Greyhound to Fredericksburg.

Well I'm flat broke, I've been smoking butts for days.

You say,

Overall Meaning

"Well, you've been acting weird all night long."
I say, "Oh yeah? Well, take me home or drop me off."

The lyrics to "Stoned" by the Old 97's describe the disorienting feeling of being under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The singer is struggling to keep their thoughts straight and can't even remember where they are. They express admiration for someone but can't bring themselves to openly communicate those feelings. As the song continues, the singer suggests they will have to hitchhike their way out of town due to their broke state. The song concludes with the singer demanding to be taken home or left alone.

Line by Line Meaning

Well I must have been stoned when this whole started,
I was under the influence of drugs when this situation began, and now I cannot think clearly or logically about it.

'Cause I just can't seem to think straight anymore.
As a result of being stoned, I am having trouble maintaining my focus and making rational decisions.

Can't figure out where I'm at, maybe Memphis, maybe Mexico.
Due to my current mental state, I am uncertain of my surroundings and may be in an unfamiliar location, such as Memphis or Mexico.

I think you're swell but I ain't gonna tell you so.
Although I have positive feelings towards you, I am choosing not to express them verbally.

I think you're great but it's late and I'd better go.
I think you are wonderful, but it is getting late and I need to leave.

Hitchhike to Rhome. Take the Greyhound to Fredericksburg.
I am considering different transportation options, such as hitchhiking to Rhome or taking a Greyhound bus to Fredericksburg.

Well I'm flat broke, I've been smoking butts for days.
I do not have any money and have been smoking cigarette butts for several days.

You say,
The artist is quoting someone else or there is dialogue occurring that is not directly credited to the artist.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DIDO ARMSTRONG, ROLLO ARMSTRONG, LESTER MENDEZ, LESTER A MENDEZ

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