Sam writes original songs that seek to capture the spirit of the classic country music he learned from his favorite singers: George Jones, Willie Nelson, Gene Watson, Don Williams, Keith Whitley, Dwight Yoakam, etc.
While still relatively new to the scene, 2014 was a pivotal year for Outlaw. CMT premiered his first-ever music video last Christmas, after which his second music video became a viral hit, premiered by The Bluegrass Situation and shared by thousands in the Americana community.
Word spread about Sam’s self-released EP and live shows throughout Southern California and this buzz earned him a slot at The Stagecoach Festival in the Coachella Valley in April. He followed up this appearance with his Nashville debut at the world-renowned live music showcase, Music City Roots. He spent the summer writing new songs and returned to Nashville in the Fall as a featured artist at AmericanaFest.
Sam's full-length album, "Angeleno" was produced by roots music legend Ry Cooder. Some of LA's finest musicians were hand-picked for the "Angeleno" sessions, including Bo Koster (My Morning Jacket), Taylor Goldsmith (Dawes), Gabe Witcher (Punch Brothers), Danny Garcia (Reverend Baron) as well as Jeremy Long (pedal steel), and Joachim Cooder (drums and co-producer).
"Angeleno" was released in 2015.
Who Do You Think You Are
Sam Outlaw Lyrics
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What did you think that that was, just some other night?
What do you want me to do, I'm waiting around
How long will you play it cool, It's bringing me down
Who do you think you are, breaking my heart
Where do you get off, runnin' around
How do you think I feel, left in the dark
I wasn't lookin' for love, just minding my own
Till you showed up wearin' that dress, and shootin' patron
We danced together all night, girl you got some moves
Now you're not just someone to me, what am I to you?
Who do you think you are, lookin' so good
Where do you get off, turnin' me on
How do you think I feel, left in the dark
Hey girl, who do you think you are?
And even if I wanted to, I couldn't forget that night
Cause you started somethin' that I can't stop
Now you gotta make it right
Hey girl, who do you think you are?
Hey girl, who do you think you are?
In this song, Sam Outlaw is questioning the intentions of a woman who has captured his attention. He wonders if she sees him as just another guy or if she feels the same connection that he does. He recalls the night they met, and how he wasn't looking for love, but the woman in the dress and shooting patron caught his eye. He describes their night of dancing, and how she's become more to him than just a passing fling. However, he's left feeling confused and hurt by her mixed signals and lack of commitment, as she plays it cool and keeps him in the dark. He demands that she take responsibility for her actions and make things right, as she has broken his heart.
The lyrics convey a sense of frustration and longing, as Sam Outlaw grapples with the uncertainty of his relationship with this woman. He's torn between wanting to forget about her and unable to stop thinking about her. The question "who do you think you are?" is a rhetorical one, as he's demanding that she come clean about her feelings and intentions. Overall, the song captures the struggle of navigating a new relationship and the difficulties in reading someone else's signals.
Line by Line Meaning
Who do you think that I am, just some other guy?
Do you believe that I am insignificant and ordinary?
What did you think that that was, just some other night?
Do you consider our night together to be meaningless?
What do you want me to do, I'm waiting around
What actions should I take, as I am presently waiting?
How long will you play it cool, It's bringing me down
When will you stop pretending to be uninterested, as it is affecting me negatively?
Who do you think you are, breaking my heart
You are not entitled to hurt me emotionally, who do you think you are?
Where do you get off, runnin' around
You have no right to act recklessly, where do you get off?
How do you think I feel, left in the dark
Being unaware of your feelings and intentions has left me confused and hurt, how do you think I feel?
Hey girl, who do you think you are?
The repetition of this question highlights the artist's frustration and confusion about the situation.
I wasn't lookin' for love, just minding my own
I was not searching for a relationship, just focusing on my own life.
Till you showed up wearin' that dress, and shootin' patron
However, you caught my attention when you arrived in that attractive dress and began drinking patron.
We danced together all night, girl you got some moves
We spent the night dancing together, and the singer compliments the girl's dancing skills.
Now you're not just someone to me, what am I to you?
The artist has developed feelings for the girl, but is uncertain of her intentions towards him.
Who do you think you are, lookin' so good
The girl's attractive appearance is causing the singer to question her intentions as well as his own emotions.
Where do you get off, turnin' me on
The girl's actions are causing the singer to become sexually aroused, and he questions whether or not it is intentional.
Hey girl, who do you think you are?
The repetition of this question again emphasises the singer's confusion and frustration.
And even if I wanted to, I couldn't forget that night
Regardless of his emotions towards the girl, the artist will not forget the night they spent together.
Cause you started somethin' that I can't stop
The girl has initiated something between them that the artist is unable to control or stop.
Now you gotta make it right
The singer is demanding that the girl make things right, most likely by clarifying her intentions and feelings towards him.
Hey girl, who do you think you are?
The singer repeats the question once more, showing his need for clarity in the situation.
Contributed by Savannah B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Judith MacDonald
Lordy, only just discovered Sam Outlaw, but he is just the most wonderful singer and performer xxxx
Mark Whitfield
Honestly one of my favourite songs of all time, was marvelling tonight at how perfect it is. Just thought I’d check in for the comments - how the fuck can this have just 2 comments? Urgh.
Michael Lingh
great album :-)
michael duran
Great all around!