Tell it to Me
Old Crow Lyrics
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I tried to bum a nickel for to buy cocaine
Cocaine’s gonna kill my honey dead
Now won’t you tell it to me
Tell it to me
Drink the corn liquor let the cocaine be
Cocaine’s gonna kill my honey dead
I sniff cocaine before I die
I’d be sniffin’ cocaine if it took my life
Cocaine’s gonna kill my honey dead
Now won’t you tell it to me
Tell it to me
Drink the corn liquor let the cocaine be
Cocaine’s gonna kill my honey dead
Now I sniff cocaine, I sniff it in the wind
The doc he says it’ll kill me but he can’t say when
Cocaine’s gonna kill my honey dead
Now won’t you tell it to me
Tell it to me
Drink the corn liquor let the cocaine be
Cocaine’s gonna kill my honey dead
All them rounders that think they’re tough
But they feed their women on the beer and the snuff
Cocaine’s gonna kill my honey dead
Now won’t you tell it to me
Tell it to me
Drink the corn liquor let the cocaine be
Cocaine’s gonna kill my honey dead
The song "Tell it to Me" by Old Crow Medicine Show is a fast-paced, upbeat tune with somber undertones about the dangers of cocaine. The singer, who is riding down Fifth Street and coming down Main, tries to bum a nickel to buy cocaine. He is aware of how dangerous the drug can be, and knows that it will kill his honey dead. He even claims that he would sniff cocaine before he dies, even if it takes his life. Despite this, he continues to indulge in the drug, believing that it is worth the risk.
The singer is aware of the destructive nature of cocaine, but he is also aware of the allure that the drug holds. He is addicted to the rush, and is willing to risk his life for it. He even scoffs at those who think they're tough, but who feed their women on beer and snuff. Ultimately, the song is a cautionary tale about the dangers of drug addiction and the high price that comes with choosing to pursue that lifestyle.
Overall, "Tell it to Me" is a raw, honest look at the struggles of those who are addicted to drugs. It's a reminder that addiction can happen to anyone, and that the consequences can be devastating.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I’m ridin’ down Fifth Street, I’m comin’ down Main
I am traveling on Fifth Street and arriving on Main Street.
I tried to bum a nickel for to buy cocaine
I attempted to beg for a nickel to purchase cocaine.
Cocaine’s gonna kill my honey dead
Cocaine is going to cause the death of my loved one.
Now won’t you tell it to me
Tell it to me
Drink the corn liquor let the cocaine be
Cocaine’s gonna kill my honey dead
Please inform me of the truth about cocaine. Drink alcohol instead of using cocaine, otherwise my loved one will die.
I sniff cocaine before I die
I’d be sniffin’ cocaine if it took my life
Cocaine’s gonna kill my honey dead
I will use cocaine until the end of my life. Even if it means causing the death of my loved one.
Now I sniff cocaine, I sniff it in the wind
The doc he says it’ll kill me but he can’t say when
Cocaine’s gonna kill my honey dead
I use cocaine recklessly, despite doctors warning me it may eventually kill me. Cocaine use will also cause the death of my loved one.
All them rounders that think they’re tough
But they feed their women on the beer and the snuff
Cocaine’s gonna kill my honey dead
Those individuals who believe they are strong and tough, provide their partners with alcohol and tobacco. Continued use of cocaine will cause my loved one to die.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management
Written by: CRITTER FUQUA, KEVIN PAUL HAYES, MORGAN JAHNIG, KETCH SECOR, WILLIAM C. WATSON
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@markt9319
By far the best line up they’ve had, I sure do miss these guys
@TheRacboys
They still make records. The coke did not kill them they are still alive apparently.
@raw_spit7013
Billy Strings, OCMS & Grateful Dead 🙌
@amorelle111
One of the best live bands ever! I've been lucky to see them twice here in the UK & they sure know how to put on one hell of a show! Each time I come back aching from all the dancing!! How more people here don't know of them I'll never know
@tomossambrook
I saw them in Manchester and it was one of the best nights of my life 😁
@amorelle111
@@tomossambrook I saw them in Manchester too (possibly the O2? I can't remember what it's called, but it's a fab place!). They were amazing and I danced all night! Amazing band 😃
@ShaneLanden
This song is amazing live. These guys know how to put on a hell of a show.
@teresapoole2091
I really love Old Crow Medicine Show they do justice to Bob Dylan and Blue Grass music!
@bendavis7246
I met all all the original members of ocms and Dave and Gillian in the alley behind the ryman and it was a great memory in my life. Everyone was so kind
@pepeluege
Bluesy-rockin-country-folk. Whatever, this shit RULES!!!