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.
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Stoned
Old 97's Lyrics
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'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.
You say,
"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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1stSaintsFan
One of the things I loved about living in Dallas for 20 years was seeing the Old 97's LIVE many times over...
Jeph629
they never come to Florida. So, for a birthday present some years ago I flew to Dallas--just to see 'em!
L B
i love you, whoever posted this
Kirk Weeks
Good Saturday morning drinking music but I don't drink.
defixiones
@rax1p whoever you are, i totally agree!
BUDGILES79
i two times love you
Peace Maker
You must have been stoned when you posted this.
Shelley Modica
@rax1p I do too.
SuperTrancend
lol yeah
R N
Shmmmmmnmmeeeeeedddsss. That's really lame. Shmmeeeds.