"People see stuff that is already there and ask why I dream stuff that neve… Read Full Bio ↴"People see stuff that is already there and ask why I dream stuff that never was and ask why not”. This saying describes the LACS, they saw what was already there, had big dreams to be there, and asked the music industry why not? Their hick hop and southern rock sound is stronger than the moonshine they drink. The LACS which is the famous short abbreviation of the Loud Ass Crackers are from the sandy dirt roads of Baxley, Georgia. A South Georgia town more famous for its sawmills and turpentine stills than for having a successful southern rap group. The LACS consist of hip hop artist Clay “Uncle Snap” Sharpe and lead vocalist / guitarist Brian “ Rooster” King. With a blue collar background they have worked shutdowns with the union and framed many a house to earn enough money keep their music dreams alive. The LACS latest album is still in the works but already has created a buzz with its contributions from Average Joe recording artist Colt Ford on the song “Shindig” and allowing the LACS the privilege of performing some of his tour dates. Want to have a good time and hear some hick hop country? Check out Colt Ford and the LACS, where you will see a show you won’t never forget. Keep watching for dates in your area. Keep listening and we hope you enjoy our new material.

Empties
The Lacs Lyrics

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They say a can half full is what I'm supposed to see, but it looks like a beer half drunk to me.
If it ain't tipped back, man, it ought to be.
I like empties, empties.
In the back of my truck or all over the lawn, it ain't a party til a twelve pack's gone.
A waste of beer is just straight up wrong.
I love empties, empties.
Yeah, you got to drink up, you can't just babysit.
Your beer's gettin hot, you're takin baby sips.

You got to chug it down, throw em back, and tie it on.
Crush your can and throw it down and stomp it til it's all gone.
They in the front all spread along the flower bed.
You think there's somethin wrong, I'm just your average redneck.
Killin time, crushin cans, gettin drunk man.
I'm proud of this dump, empty cans is what I love.
They say a can half full is what I'm supposed to see, but it looks like a beer half drunk to me.
If it ain't tipped back, man, it ought to be.
I like empties, empties.
In the back of my truck or all over the lawn, it ain't a party til a twelve pack's gone.
A waste of beer is just straight up wrong.
I love empties, empties.
Turn one up and drive alone.
Man, I'm gonna tie one on.
And I don't see nothin wrong with drinkin beer and singin songs.
So cheers and tilt it back, we gon try to fill the sack with all cans and not trash if you came to put it back cause a redneck's stash of cans is kind of like retirement plans.
If money's tight then cash em in and then you start your stash again.
So I'm drinkin for the future and I'm drinkin for the present.
I don't need stocks and bonds if you cancel my investment.
They say a can half full is what I'm supposed to see, but it looks like a beer half drunk to me.
If it ain't tipped back, man, it ought to be.
I like empties, empties.
In the back of my truck or all over the lawn, it ain't a party til a twelve pack's gone.

A waste of beer is just straight up wrong.
I love empties, empties.

Overall Meaning

The Lacs's song "Empties" is a tribute to the simple pleasures of drinking beer with friends and family. The song begins with the line, "They say a can half full is what I'm supposed to see, but it looks like a beer half drunk to me," candidly admitting that the singer sees an empty can as a good thing, rather than a halfway point. The song goes on to describe the joy of drinking beer with friends, crushing cans, and enjoying the simple pleasures of life. The lyrics essentially carry the message that there is nothing wrong with enjoying a good time, especially with good people, cracking open a cold beer, and having some fun.

As the song continues, the singer suggests that you have to drink up, "you can't just babysit," which means that you have to enjoy your beer and not be timid. The song celebrates drinking without fear of judgement and the idea that there is no harm in making memories with empties lying all over the place. The Lacs invite you to join in, crush your cans and throw them down, and stomp them until they're all gone. In the end, the song celebrates the joys of life's simple pleasures, like enjoying a cold one with good company, crushing cans, and singing songs.

Line by Line Meaning

They say a can half full is what I'm supposed to see, but it looks like a beer half drunk to me.
Other people see half-full cans as leftovers, but to me, they're half-drunk beers that could still be enjoyed.

If it ain't tipped back, man, it ought to be.
If a beer isn't being actively consumed, it's a wasted opportunity to enjoy it.

I like empties, empties.
I enjoy collecting empty beer cans, as they represent good times and memories.

In the back of my truck or all over the lawn, it ain't a party til a twelve pack's gone.
A party isn't really a party until a whole twelve pack of beer has been consumed and scattered around the premises.

A waste of beer is just straight up wrong.
Allowing beer to go unconsumed and be wasted is a travesty that should be avoided at all costs.

Yeah, you got to drink up, you can't just babysit.
To truly enjoy beer, you have to actively drink it rather than just nursing it like a baby bottle.

Your beer's gettin hot, you're takin baby sips.
Sipping slowly and allowing the beer to get warm ruins the experience and lowers the quality of the drink.

You got to chug it down, throw em back, and tie it on.
To truly experience the joy of drinking beer, one must chug it down quickly and enjoyably.

Crush your can and throw it down and stomp it til it's all gone.
After enjoying a beer, crushing the can and disposing of it in a satisfying way is important for fully appreciating the experience.

They in the front all spread along the flower bed.
Empty beer cans scattered across the lawn may seem like litter to some, but to me, they represent good times and fun memories.

You think there's somethin wrong, I'm just your average redneck.
To some people, collecting empty beer cans might seem strange or unappealing, but to me it's just part of my lifestyle as a redneck.

Killin time, crushin cans, gettin drunk man.
Drinking beer and crushing cans is a fun way to pass the time and enjoy life.

I'm proud of this dump, empty cans is what I love.
Although some people might see my collection of empty beer cans as trash, to me it's a source of pride and a symbol of my love of beer and good times.

Turn one up and drive alone.
Sometimes, the best way to enjoy a beer is to do it alone, with no distractions or interruptions.

Man, I'm gonna tie one on.
I'm planning to drink a lot and get drunk.

And I don't see nothin wrong with drinkin beer and singin songs.
Drinking beer and singing songs is a harmless and enjoyable way to have fun.

So cheers and tilt it back, we gon try to fill the sack with all cans and not trash if you came to put it back cause a redneck's stash of cans is kind of like retirement plans.
Let's all raise a glass and take a big sip of beer, and try to collect as many empty cans as possible without making a mess or littering, because to us rednecks, collecting cans is like saving money for retirement.

If money's tight then cash em in and then you start your stash again.
If you need money, you can always cash in your empty cans, and then start collecting them again from scratch.

So I'm drinkin for the future and I'm drinkin for the present.
When I drink beer, I'm not just enjoying the moment, I'm also building memories and creating good times for the future.

I don't need stocks and bonds if you cancel my investment.
For me, investing in beer and good times is a better investment than traditional investment options like stocks and bonds.

I love empties, empties.
Collecting empty beer cans is one of my favorite hobbies and pastimes.

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