Good Luck Charm
The swell of grassroots momentum for The Dirty Guv'nahs has generated consi… Read Full Bio ↴The swell of grassroots momentum for The Dirty Guv'nahs has generated considerable buzz up and down the East Coast recently. Their live shows are selling out venues and theatres from New York City to Florida, where fans pack in to experience a full-bore musical energy characteristic of The Avett Brothers, early Black Crowes, and The Rolling Stones. The group's unlikely genesis took place in their beloved hometown of Knoxville, Tennessee. where the community has subsequently elected 'The Guvs' as the 'Best Band In Knoxville' for 4 years running. The Guvs' sound, which has been described as 'a passionate, jubilant slice of rock meets Americana,' is accomplished through a sturdy foundation of gritty guitar tones and tight rhythms, accented with smooth harmonies, crunchy Hammond organ, bluesy piano and vigorous lead guitar solos. The soulful melodies and catchy choruses come courtesy of the band's front man, James Trimble, who has drawn comparisons to Jagger, Morrison, and Springsteen in terms of both voice and energy. The finished delivery is a 'must see live act' that was accurately described by a recent review in Nashville's Music Connection Magazine -- 'The Dirty Guv'nahs possess a vintage zest that's simple enough to attract a variety of listeners, yet a sound mature enough to capture a grizzled industry veteran. This band doesn't just play music; they capture the human spirit through song.'

Good Luck Charm
The Dirty Guv'nahs Lyrics


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I drove here to tell you I’m sorry
I ain’t been sleeping
and there’s no good way to tell ya
but I’m leaving ya here tonight

I swear tonight with God as my witness
You were important to me
But sometimes love, it ain’t easy
I always confuse what I want and I need
yes indeed

You’re the sweetest, little secret
Yes, I’m mean to the bone
You’re my good luck charm
And baby I can’t leave you alone
Would you please, please forgive me?
For draggin you over stones?
You’re my good luck charm
And baby I can’t leave you alone

So I hide away and sleep for the weekend
And do some drinkin
Feeling lonely and silent
As I try to renew my mind

But then late at night alone in the darkness
I get the notion
for maybe one more rehearsal with circles
that we’ve been spinning and now we’re caught up again
oh, my friend

You’re the sweetest, little secret
Yes, I’m mean to the bone
You’re my good luck charm
And baby I can’t leave you alone
Would you please, please forgive me?
For draggin you over stones?
You’re my good luck charm
And baby I can’t leave you alone

You’re my good luck charm
and baby i can’t leave you alone
Oh, my little secret
and I can’t leave you alone




I’m sorry
I’m sorry

Overall Meaning

The song "Good Luck Charm" by The Dirty Guv'nahs revolves around the central theme of a tumultuous relationship. The lyrics of the song are a conversation between two lovers, where the singer is confessing his mistake of leaving his partner due to his confused feelings. He admits that he has not been sleeping and is struggling to find the right way to tell her that he's leaving her. The chorus of the song talks about his feelings towards his partner, whom he considers to be his good luck charm and cannot leave her alone.


The verse "You were important to me, but sometimes love ain’t easy. I always confuse what I want and I need" suggests that the singer is unable to differentiate between his wants and needs. He realizes that he has been mean to his partner and begs for her forgiveness. The singer then talks about hiding away and trying to renew his mind, but eventually, he again falls into the trap of circles that they have been spinning.


The song portrays the internal struggles that a person goes through when they are unable to understand their emotions and the impact of their actions on others. The singer's confession and plea for forgiveness depict the importance of communication and honesty in any relationship.


Line by Line Meaning

I drove here to tell you I’m sorry
I came here to apologize


I ain’t been sleeping
I have not been able to sleep


and there’s no good way to tell ya
It is tough to tell you this news


but I’m leaving ya here tonight
I am planning to leave you tonight


I swear tonight with God as my witness
I am serious and I swear on God


You were important to me
You mean something to me


But sometimes love, it ain’t easy
However, love isn't always easy


I always confuse what I want and I need
I can't differentiate between what I want and need


You’re the sweetest, little secret
You are the cutest and best-kept secret


Yes, I’m mean to the bone
I am a mean person


You’re my good luck charm
You are my lucky charm


And baby I can’t leave you alone
I can't stay away from you


Would you please, please forgive me?
Can you please forgive me?


For draggin you over stones?
For causing you trouble?


So I hide away and sleep for the weekend
I plan on hiding and sleeping over the weekend


And do some drinkin
And maybe have some drinks


Feeling lonely and silent
Feeling lonely and silent


As I try to renew my mind
As I try to clear my thoughts


But then late at night alone in the darkness
But then, late at night, alone in the dark


I get the notion
I feel the urge


for maybe one more rehearsal with circles
Maybe one more chance to try again


that we’ve been spinning and now we’re caught up again
We have been going around in circles and now we are caught up again


oh, my friend
Oh, my friend


You’re my good luck charm
You are my lucky charm


and baby i can’t leave you alone
I can't seem to stay away from you


Oh, my little secret
Oh, my 'little secret'


and I can’t leave you alone
I can't stay away from you


I’m sorry
I apologize


I’m sorry
I apologize




Writer(s): James Trimble, Michael Jenkins

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