Country Clubbin'
Paul Cauthen Lyrics

Country clubbin'
A phrase that implies the act of a person enjoying the posh amenities and lifestyle of a country club.

I come from torn jeans, rusty trucks
I come from a humble background marked by poverty, worn-out clothing, and old vehicles.

Worn boots, couple bucks
A metaphorical phrase referring to being barely able to afford necessities like food, housing, and clothing.

Early risin' 9 to 5
Working a full-time job that requires an early morning wake-up time, likely to make ends meet.

Hand to mouth, gettin' by
Living paycheck to paycheck and being financially vulnerable to events like a sudden job loss or emergency expense.

Climbing higher up the ladder
Improving one's social and economic status through hard work, education, and career advancement.

Bank account gettin' fatter
Earning more money and having more financial stability as a result of working hard and building a career.

Little low down, come from nothin'
A phrase to describe the humble beginnings of someone who started from a disadvantaged background and worked hard to climb the social ladder.

Never woulda thought I'd be country clubbin'
Expressing surprise at the vast difference between one's humble beginnings and the luxurious lifestyle one is now living.

Now, it's 9-iron, cart girl
The artist is now able to enjoy the luxury of playing golf with expensive irons and attractive golf cart drivers.

Get to take her for a whirl
Being able to treat someone to a luxurious and fun day of golf and other country club activities.

Champagne, shuffleboard
Enjoying expensive drinks and recreational activities like shuffleboard as a sign of social and financial success.

Rednecks on the tennis court
Humorous reference to wealthy people who may lack proper etiquette and skills to play tennis well, but are still able to enjoy it because of their wealth and access to country clubs.

Ah haha, ooh-la-la
A playful and somewhat mocking response to the absurdity of the whole situation.

Schmoozie bougie, brouhaha
A nonsensical phrase that pokes fun at the extravagant and highfalutin language used by wealthy people.

A silver platter, fine cigars
Being able to enjoy the luxuries of being served expensive food on silver platters and smoking expensive cigars.

They think I'm a superstar
Being treated like a VIP and admired by other wealthy people who may not know about one's background and humble beginnings.

First class elbow rubbin'
Enjoying the socialization, networking, and mingling opportunities that come with being part of the wealthy elite.

Now we're all country clubbin'
Becoming part of a new social circle that revolves around the culture, values, and privileges of being part of a country club.

Throwin' money 'round like it ain't no dadgum thang
Spending money frivolously and without restraint, as if it were not a scarce or valuable resource.

Pasture party, limousine
Hosting parties and gatherings with expensive themes and luxury transportation.

Parkin' on the putting green
A humorous reference to parking one's car or limousine on the putting green, a major taboo for most golfers but a sign of entitlement and privilege for the wealthy.

The chief of staff, look at him
Being able to socialize with and even impress high-level officials like a chief of staff, a sign of one's newfound social and political power.

Drinkin' like a president
Being able to indulge in expensive, high-quality alcoholic beverages that are usually reserved for presidents, royalty, or other high-ranking people.

Who's the honey on his arm?
Being able to attract and date beautiful, wealthy, or influential partners, who may serve as a status symbol or a source of personal validation.

That's the heir to Lucky Charms
Humorously implying that the singer is able to attract and socialize with someone from a wealthy and well-known family, like the heir to a popular cereal brand.

Hedge fund billionaires
Being able to socialize with people who are extremely wealthy, influential or powerful due to their business acumen and portfolio investments.

Doctors, lawyers everywhere
Being able to socialize with members of high-status professions that require extensive education, training, and certification, like doctors and lawyers.

Oil money, dynamite
Socializing with people who earned their wealth and power through businesses or industries that deal with crude oil, natural gas, fracking, or other exploitative practices and technologies.

Mayor's in the house tonight
Being able to socialize with and perhaps even influence local politicians and officials, like the mayor of a city or town.

Writin' checks, passin' bills
Being able to donate money or influence to politicians, causes, or organizations that one supports, as a sign of one's power and generosity.

Gnawin' on a chicken wing
Humorously implying that despite all the luxurious amenities and prestigious people around, the artist still enjoys basic and simple pleasures like eating chicken wings.

We're goin' country clubbin'
A chant that expresses excitement and pleasure at being able to enjoy the exclusive and expensive experiences of country club life.