The band issued seven albums - "Tales of the New West" (1985), "Glad 'n' Greasy" (1986), "Van Go" (1986), "The Pursuit of Happiness" (1987), "Poor and Famous" (1989), "Viking Lullabys" (1994) and "Manifold" (1995) - before Country Dick Montana's 1995 death ended the band.
Socialite
The Beat Farmers Lyrics
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The number's busy and she ain't ever home
Trendy new hair, lookin' like a different girl
She's got to RSVP and do the party world
She's quite the socialite lately
I'm not surprised that she won't look you in the eye
There's a new man she has to entertain
If she gets the call she's up and on her way
She's quite the socialite lately
She's makin' plans and they aren't including you
There's a new man she has to entertain
She's bored with life, just wants something new to do
That justifies her actions anyway
She's quite the socialite
The Beat Farmers’s song “Socialite” is a commentary on social climbers and their shallow pursuits. The song suggests that the titular socialite is a woman who is more interested in being seen and maintaining a certain status than in genuine relationships or experiences. The opening lines warn listeners that she is impossible to reach by phone, suggesting that she is unreachable or uninterested in those who do not fit into her social set. The song goes on to describe her physical transformation – “trendy new hair” – and her ceaseless partying and socializing.
The second verse alludes to the fact that the socialite is particularly interested in men who can elevate her status or help her climb further up the social ladder. She is described as being “hypnotized” or mesmerized by the promise of something more – whether it be a new lover, a new party, or a new experience – and is quick to abandon anyone or anything that doesn’t fit into her current plans. The song places a critical tone on this kind of person, suggesting that their life is shallow and unfulfilled, and that they are constantly seeking something more without ever being able to enjoy the present.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't even try to call her on the telephone
It's pointless to try to contact her over the phone
The number's busy and she ain't ever home
Her phone is often engaged or she is rarely at home
Trendy new hair, lookin' like a different girl
She has got herself a fashionable new hairstyle and looks like a changed person
She's got to RSVP and do the party world
She has a lot of social events to attend and respond to
She's quite the socialite lately
She has become very involved in the social scene lately
I'm not surprised that she won't look you in the eye
It is not surprising that she is avoiding direct eye contact
There's a new man she has to entertain
She has met someone new and is now focused on keeping him interested
She's gonna fly looks like she's been hypnotized
She will be eager to leave and it appears that she is under a spell
If she gets the call she's up and on her way
If she receives an invitation, she will waste no time in getting ready to go
She's makin' plans and they aren't including you
She is planning her schedule but does not intend to involve you
She's bored with life, just wants something new to do
She is discontent with her current lifestyle and craves a new experience
That justifies her actions anyway
She is using this desire as an excuse for her behavior
She's quite the socialite
She is a person who likes to spend a lot of time socializing and being seen
Contributed by Eli L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.