Waterslide
Patty Griffin Lyrics


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Let's go to the waterslide down on A1A
We'll all get a cherry drink and we'll have a ball today
Just gas up the country squire and take the cornbag down
Let's go to the waterslide and slide a couple rounds
Waterslide, oh waterslide

Let's all go to smoky shore and ride some of those rides
They're gonna roast some nuts and fry some dough
And light some of those lights inside
It really is almost grand, rising from a parking lot
Well I know that it ain't Disneyland
But baby this is all that we got
Waterslide, oh waterslide

People say that we're just second class
And we barely pass along day to day
Maybe darlin' we got broken glass
But our love still lasts, and that's all that I can say
Waterslide, oh waterslide

Baby let's all go back home, we'll get the kids washed good
I'll go lay them down to bed, while you check that smell from under the hood
We'll put the last buck in the jar and save up for next year




Honey then we'll go and lock the door locks so they can't hear
Waterslide, oh waterslide

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Waterslide" by Patty Griffin describe a fun and carefree day at the waterslide down on A1A. The singer and her friends plan to enjoy their time by getting cherry drinks and sliding a couple of rounds. They want to escape the mundane realities of life and have a good time together. Later in the song, they decide to go to smoky shore and ride some of those rides. Despite the fact that they are aware that it's not Disneyland, they still want to make the most out of what they have. The song's tone is light and playful, with an underlying sense of nostalgia.


The song also touches upon the notion of being labeled as "second class" and barely making it through the day to day struggles. However, the love the singer shares with her partner seems to be a constant source of strength for them. They might have broken a few times, but their love still endures. Towards the end of the song, the singer and her partner go back home to tend to their kids and check the car's engine. They put their last buck in a jar, hoping to save up for the next year's adventures. They end the day by locking the door locks, so no one can disrupt their moment of bliss.


Overall, "Waterslide" is a song that celebrates the simple things in life and finding joy in them. It highlights the importance of being present in the moment and enjoying the company of loved ones.


Line by Line Meaning

Let's go to the waterslide down on A1A
Let's go to the waterslide at A1A beach and have some fun.


We'll all get a cherry drink and we'll have a ball today
We'll have a great time and enjoy some cherry drinks.


Just gas up the country squire and take the cornbag down
Let's prepare for the trip by fueling our car and grabbing some snacks.


Let's go to the waterslide and slide a couple rounds
Let's slide down the waterslide a few times.


Waterslide, oh waterslide
Repeated expression of excitement for the waterslide.


Let's all go to smoky shore and ride some of those rides
Let's head to Smoky Shore to ride some other amusement park rides.


They're gonna roast some nuts and fry some dough
There will be some tasty snacks like roasted nuts and fried dough available.


And light some of those lights inside
The amusement park will set up some attractive lights to create a festive vibe.


It really is almost grand, rising from a parking lot
Despite being just an amusement park built in a parking lot, it's still fun and exciting.


Well I know that it ain't Disneyland
The amusement park is not as grand and magical as Disneyland.


But baby this is all that we got
But it's the only option we have, and it's still enjoyable for us.


People say that we're just second class
Others may consider us to be of a lower class or status.


And we barely pass along day to day
We may struggle through life at times.


Maybe darlin' we got broken glass
Perhaps we have problems or difficulties in life.


But our love still lasts, and that's all that I can say
Despite the challenges, our love for each other still endures.


Baby let's all go back home, we'll get the kids washed good
Let's head back home and clean up the kids.


I'll go lay them down to bed, while you check that smell from under the hood
I'll put the kids to bed while you handle the car issues.


We'll put the last buck in the jar and save up for next year
We'll save the last bit of money we have for next year's trip.


Honey then we'll go and lock the door locks so they can't hear
We'll secure the house before sleeping so the kids won't wake up from any noise outside.


Waterslide, oh waterslide
Repeated expression of excitement for the waterslide.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@xBloodXGusherx

@@jurajvarju2664
It depends on the function.
Most of the time, people at specific attractions like this, come with family or a group of friends and they all do the even together because they know each other.


Something like a concert or a public event where you can go alone to experience usually is the setting where an American won't feel weird about a stranger approaching them to do something together.


It's a weird social thing here in America.
I think its something accepted by most American citizens to respect others Privacy.
So if you want to do something alone, people don't feel obligated to ask you to them.



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@Jan.pat.

the girl enjoyed the ride but man, my boy enjoyed the view so much

@nonohana4228

😂😂😂

@davidlollipop2714

Haha we enjoyed the view too though 😂

@ilovegrapes4101

😂

@dark_attribute

yeah? i'm sure she wouldn't be happy if she knew strangers on the internet were making sexual comments about her on a wholesome video of her on a water slide.

@jesseconstintine8838

@@dark_attribute dude, she had her swimsuit pulled up her ass crack, she knew exactly what she was doing. It doesn't change the fact she was a nice girl having a good time. Get over your hyper white knighting PC bullshit.

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@paul9249

Still after 3 years , the best waterslide video of all time. ! 😊

@jobro3226

true

@garolopez887

Agreed !

@Neilukuk

@@garolopez887 If anyone knows any as good, please post video title name. Thanks

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