Hard Out Here For A Country Boy
The Cadillac Three Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Chugging that cold beer, loving that hot girl
Living that slow life in a real fast world
Gonna be a long day but I'll get through it
It's a hell of a job but somebody gotta do it
It's hard out here for a country boy
Woo-wee, yeah it's hard out here
Lifting this koozie's got my arm tired
Sweating and getting this old boy wired
NASCAR, bikini tan lines
Coppertone shoulders, sunshine
It's tough for a red, white, and blue collared guy
Well, it's hard out here for a country boy (hell yeah)
Chugging that cold beer, loving that hot girl
Living that slow life in a real fast world
It's hard out here for a country boy (hell yeah)
Riding them Goodyears, reeling them big cats
Wearing this red neck like an old ball cap
Gonna be a long day but I'll get through it
It's a hell of a job but somebody gotta do it
It's hard out here for a country boy
Naw, sir, we ain't worried about it
When it comes to fun we know our way around it, man
We smoking that smoke on the back porch swing
While the hound dog chews on a chicken wing
It's hard out here for a country boy (hell yeah)
Chugging that cold beer, loving that hot girl
Living that slow life in a real fast world
It's hard out here for a country boy (hell yeah)
Riding them Goodyears, reeling them big cats
Wearing this red neck like an old ball cap
Gonna be a long day but I'll get through it
It's a hell of a job but somebody gotta do it
It's hard out here for a country boy
Well, it's hard out here for a country boy
The Cadillac Three's song "Hard Out Here For a Country Boy" emphasizes the difficulties that a country boy faces in today's fast-paced society. The song is about a man just trying to live a simple life in a world that's always in a rush, as the lyrics suggest. He faces the familiar struggles of a typical redneck—from working a tough, tiring job to drinking beer and chasing girls. Life's not easy, but he's determined to get through it all.
The first verse sets the pace for the rest of the song. It involves the drinking of cold beer and loving hot girls—ideas that define the country boy's lifestyle. The lyrics also highlight the difficulties of living in a real fast world while embracing a slow lifestyle. The song's chorus repeats the idea that "it's hard out here for a country boy," ending with a "hell yeah" that confirms the singer's determination to overcome.
The second verse of the song is about the excitement of NASCAR races, bikini tan lines, and laying in the sun, while coping with the reality of a hard-working man's lifestyle. The final verse brings the story back to the beginning, emphasizing the struggle of a country boy's life in a fast-paced world. Despite the challenges, the singer knows that he's got to keep going and that somebody has to do it. This is the message of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, it's hard out here for a country boy
Living in the country can be challenging
Chugging that cold beer, loving that hot girl
Finding joy in simple pleasures like beer and love
Living that slow life in a real fast world
Feeling like life is moving quickly, but still taking it easy
Gonna be a long day but I'll get through it
Knowing that the day ahead will be tough, but still determined to make it through
It's a hell of a job but somebody gotta do it
Acknowledging that the work is tough, but necessary
Woo-wee, yeah it's hard out here
Expressing the difficulty of living in the country
Turn four Talladega second time this year
Referring to a NASCAR race event
Lifting this koozie's got my arm tired
Feeling the physical strain of lifting a can cooler
Sweating and getting this old boy wired
Feeling energized and excited despite the heat
NASCAR, bikini tan lines
Combining two aspects of southern culture: car racing and beach fashion
Coppertone shoulders, sunshine
Enjoying the summer sun, but also risking sunburn
It's tough for a red, white, and blue collared guy
Acknowledging the struggles of working class Americans
Riding them Goodyears, reeling them big cats
Talking about driving a car and catching fish
Wearing this red neck like an old ball cap
Proudly identifying with their southern heritage
Naw, sir, we ain't worried about it
Expressing confidence in their ability to have fun despite challenges
When it comes to fun we know our way around it, man
Being experienced in finding enjoyment in life
We smoking that smoke on the back porch swing
Relaxing and enjoying time outside
While the hound dog chews on a chicken wing
Painting a humorous image of a dog eating chicken
Lyrics © OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jaren Ray Johnston, Jeremy S. Stover, Neil D. Mason
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
John Esson
Just started listening to this a couple days ago and already my favourite song! Love it, great band 👍
Edward Thompson
Great song, from a great album, by a great band!
simplemandan
EVERYBODY is gonna know this band before long!! CRANK IT UP!!
Carl Vieira
Putting a hella of a Southern rock back in the trend.
Proud country boy right here in Dallas.
Awesome song.
In fact we need plenty of this out .
Howdy.
Alvin Eden
I'm in Paris tx
Carl Vieira
@Alvin Eden i've been there yet....Paris Community theatre it's gorgeous.
Howdy sir.
Carl Vieira
Is in Lamar County.
I have plenty of fellows livin out there.
Alvin Eden
I live in powderly
Carl Vieira
@Alvin Eden powderly ...Kentucky....
I really appreciate a damn good Bourbon....
Jim Bean it's good.
Mike Trow
I don't listen to TC3 all the time, but when I do...my neighbors do too.