Looking for a fox
The Blues Brothers Lyrics


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I'm all alone and fancy free
But that ain't the way I wanna be
Now girls get your game up tight
We're gonna have a wing, ding doodle tonight
But right now

I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox
(howl)

Tonight the skys the limit
I got some money and I wanna spend it
It's saturday night and I wanna play
I'm gonna groove til the break of day
Now look a here


I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox
(howl)

Got a brand new pin stripe suit of clothes
Big wide polka-dot tie
Cuff links as big as J-bird Eggs
And look at that shoes made out of Alligator hide
Well say something else here
I'm ripe and ready and hot to trot
(Boy you on Fire)
Girl you can get everything I got
(He'll take it too)
I got got the money if got the time
(we open all night)
All you gotta do is gimme a sign
Lookee hear


I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox
(howl)

I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox
(howl)

I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox
(howl)

You know something Mac? You Can Sing man


Lookin for a fox
Lookin for a fox (I'm on fire)




Lookin for a fox (call out the dogs)
Lookin fr a fox (I hope you find one)

Overall Meaning

The Blues Brothers' song "Looking for a Fox" is about a man who is looking for a good time with a woman. He is tired of being alone and wants to find a woman to spend the night with. He has money to spend and wants to make the most of his Saturday night. He puts on his best outfit and is ready to go out and party. The song has a fun and upbeat rhythm, inviting listeners to dance along and enjoy the evening.


The repeated chorus "I'm looking for a fox" is a euphemism for looking for a woman who is attractive and desirable. The singer wants a woman who can match his energy and enthusiasm for the night. The howl added to the end of the chorus adds to the playful and flirtatious tone of the song.


Overall, this song captures the essence of the Blues Brothers' music, which is a mix of R&B, soul, and blues. The energetic performances and catchy lyrics have made this song and the Blues Brothers' music popular for decades.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm all alone and fancy free
I am currently unattached and have no obligations to anyone else.


But that ain't the way I wanna be
However, I am searching for a partner as I desire companionship.


Now girls get your game up tight
Women, please ensure you are prepared and looking your best.


We're gonna have a wing, ding doodle tonight
We plan to have a lively party and enjoy ourselves.


But right now
However, at this specific moment,


I'm looking for a fox
I am searching for an attractive woman to be my partner for the evening.


Tonight the skys the limit
There are no restrictions on how much fun I plan to have this evening.


I got some money and I wanna spend it
I have sufficient funds and intend to use them to enhance my enjoyment of the evening.


It's saturday night and I wanna play
As it is the weekend, I plan to relax and engage in entertaining activities.


I'm gonna groove til the break of day
I plan to dance and have fun for the entire night, until the sun rises the next day.


Now look a here
Now listen to me carefully.


Got a brand new pin stripe suit of clothes
I am wearing a new, stylish outfit with pinstripes.


Big wide polka-dot tie
My tie is large and has a polka-dot pattern.


Cuff links as big as J-bird Eggs
I have large cufflinks, similar in size to an egg from a J-bird.


And look at that shoes made out of Alligator hide
My shoes are made from alligator skin and are very impressive.


Well say something else here
I have nothing else to add at this moment.


I'm ripe and ready and hot to trot
I am confident and prepared to pursue a romantic encounter tonight.


(Boy you on Fire)
An expression of agreement and encouragement.


Girl you can get everything I got
I am willing to provide my partner with anything she desires.


(He'll take it too)
An expression that emphasizes the previous line.


I got got the money if got the time
I have sufficient funds and I am available to spend time with a partner.


(we open all night)
An expression indicating that there are no time restrictions on the planned activities.


All you gotta do is gimme a sign
All my partner needs to do is show some interest and I will take the initiative.


Lookee hear
Listen to me carefully.


You know something Mac? You Can Sing man
An expression indicating that the singer is talented and has a good voice.


Lookin for a fox
I am still searching for an attractive partner.


Lookin for a fox (I'm on fire)
I am currently feeling confident and motivated to find a partner.


Lookin for a fox (call out the dogs)
An expression indicating that the singer is determined to find a partner, regardless of any obstacles.


Lookin fr a fox (I hope you find one)
An expression of hope that the singer is successful in finding a partner.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@xdingodile3328

I'm all alone and fancy free
Oh, but that ain't the way I want be
Now girls get your game up tight
We're gonna have a wing, ding doodle tonight

But right now
I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox

Tonight the sky's the limit
I got some money and I wanna spend it
It's Saturday night and I wanna play
I'm gonna groove till the break of day

Now look a here
I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox

Got a brand new pin stripe suit of clothes
Big wide polka-dot tie
Cuff links as big as J-bird eggs
And look at that shoes made out of alligator hide

Well say something else here
I'm ripe and ready and hot to trot
Boy you on fire
Girl you can get everything I got
He'll take it too

I got got the money if got the time
we open all night
All you gotta do is gimme a sign
Look a hear

I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox

I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox

I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox
I'm looking for a fox

I'm looking for a fox
Hey Mac, you know something?
You can sing man

Looking for a fox
Looking for a fox
Looking for a fox

Looking for a fox
Looking for a fox
Looking for a fox

Looking for a fox
Looking for a fox
Looking for a fox



All comments from YouTube:

@graboid78

Does anyone else really like the movie itself?

Sure it's nowhere as good as the first (few sequels are), but I enjoy watching it

@rosalitabender6910

Only sequels I can think of that are as good as the original is The Naked Gun 2/3.

@uppishcub1617

@Dom the Bomb I can think of a few: Empire Strikes Back, Road Warrior, and Aliens come to mind.

@madcaponemusic2791

So, I really like the 2000. But the old movie is by far better

@gsvnj33128

It's not AS abysmal as I remembered it but it's not great. Excellent music like this redeems it a bit though.

@bigearl1624

Blues brothers 2000 would have been way better received if it was a different movie imo. It's a pretty good movie, but a sub par blues brothers movie.

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@mead1955

John Goodman is actually a very good singer!

@travisreed1730

I was blown away when I saw John Goodman sing this in "Blues Brothers 2000."

@MsBeth0825

@@travisreed1730 He sang with the Blues Travelers on "Roseanne" too...

@laadidaouiomar1078

Goodman is phenomenal, really surprised me 💖

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