Keep It Redneck
The Lacs Lyrics

Make homegrown shine
I want to grow and cultivate things on my own land, and make them shine.

Ima keep it redneck
I am committed to staying true to my redneck roots and lifestyle.

Gotta four wheel drive
I own a powerful vehicle that can tackle any terrain or situation.

When I party all night
Even when I am out having a good time, I still stay true to my redneck identity.

Yeah
Affirming and expressing enthusiasm for the redneck lifestyle.

I got to keep it redneck
It is important to me to maintain my redneck identity and way of life.

Back in the woods
I feel most at home and comfortable in the natural environment of the woods.

Work hard like I should
I take pride in working hard and providing for myself and my loved ones.

Yeah it's all good
I am content and happy with my redneck lifestyle and everything that comes with it.

Ima thoroughbred redneck
I was born and raised with redneck values and identity, it is a part of who I am.

Down home rapper
I am a rapper who writes and performs music that celebrates the redneck lifestyle and culture.

And a lot of y'all folks
Many people who are not rednecks do not understand or appreciate the redneck way of life.

Still call me a cracker
Despite being proud of my redneck identity, some people use derogatory terms to refer to me and others like me.

Ima storm cloud coming
I am a force to be reckoned with, like a storm cloud brewing on the horizon.

And I'm bringin' down a heavy rain
My presence and voice are powerful and impactful, like a heavy rain pouring down.

Redneck boy
I am proud to be a redneck man and represent my culture in my music.

And Ima put that on my everything
I am so committed to my redneck identity that I will put it on everything I do and stand for.

Y'all say yous
Some people use different dialect and language than rednecks, often including words like “yous” instead of “y’all”.

And we say y'all
Rednecks commonly use the phrase “y’all” instead of “you” or “you all”.

Y'all call it an accent
People outside of the redneck community refer to our way of speaking as an accent.

We call it a drawl
To us, our way of speaking is not just an accent, it is a drawl that helps define us as a culture.

Y'all say gimme that
It is common for people outside of the redneck community to use the phrase “gimme that” instead of “may I please have that”.

And we say please, miss
Rednecks are often more polite and use honorifics such as “miss” when making requests or engaging in conversation.

Y'all eat oatmeal
People outside of the redneck community have different dietary habits, such as eating oatmeal instead of classic Southern food like cheese grits.

And we eat cheese grits
Cheese grits are a staple of the redneck diet and way of life.

We do it for the shiners
One of the reasons we keep it redneck is to support the makers and sellers of homemade and locally-produced spirits.

And them dirt road riders
We stay committed to the redneck lifestyle for those who love to drive and explore in the great outdoors.

For them forty hour workers
Redneck culture values hard work and believes in supporting those who do it, often working long hours during the week.

And the party all nighters
Rednecks also know how to let loose and have a good time, often partying all night long.

For the Jim, Jack, Johnny
Rednecks love their whiskey, and brands like Jim Beam, Jack Daniels, and Johnny Walker are often their go-to choices.

And the Maker's Mark
Another beloved whiskey brand but with a distinctively redneck and Kentucky identity.

For them little country towns
Rednecks often identify with, and come from, small rural towns with rich Southern traditions and values.

And them trailer parks
Redneck culture is not limited to those who live in traditional homes, but includes those who make their homes in trailers and RVs.

And Ima rep till I DI
I will always represent and stay true to my redneck identity until I die.

A lotta y'all folks still really can't see why
Many people outside of the redneck culture do not understand or appreciate why we choose to live and celebrate our way of life.

We gotta keep it real
Staying authentic and true to our values and way of life is an essential part of what it means to be a redneck.

While the weight 100
Despite challenges and adversity, we stay committed and strong to our culture and identity.

We the purest in the world
We believe our way of life and identity is unique and special, and we strive to preserve and honor it.

And they can't take that from us
No matter what others say or think, we will always be proud of who we are and where we come from.

Yeah I like to drank
I enjoy consuming alcoholic beverages, often including whiskey and other spirits.

Yeah I like to smoke
I smoke cigarettes or other substances as a part of my lifestyle and culture.

Crank some Lynard Skynard
I enjoy listening to classic Southern rock bands like Lynard Skynard as a part of my lifestyle and culture.

Hit them dirty roads
I love to drive and explore on unpaved and rural roads as a part of my redneck identity.

Pull up to my buddies
I hang out with and socialize with my redneck friends and peers.

Buddy what ya know
I engage in friendly and casual conversation with my friends about various topics.

Smoke a little drank
I consume cigarettes and alcoholic beverages as a part of my socializing and lifestyle.

Stack another load
I work and make money to provide for myself and others as a part of my hardworking redneck identity.

Ima slick hick
I am a smart and skilled person despite my redneck identity and upbringing.

River rat
I love to fish, swim, and spend time in the water as a part of my redneck culture and lifestyle.

Me and Mr. Bourbon
Bourbon whiskey is a beloved alcoholic beverage among rednecks, and I enjoy it regularly.

Gonna tip back
I will relax and enjoy drinking my bourbon in a casual and leisurely way.

Bumpin' that
I am playing and enjoying music by my favorite artists as I go about my day and my life.

Possum while we lurkin'
I am listening to the classic Southern rock artist George Jones as I quietly and carefully move around in the outdoors.

And naw I never been the kind to go by the law
I have a bit of a rebellious streak and do not always follow the rules and regulations set by authority figures.

Like a back woods boss man
I am the boss and leader of my own life and my own identity, even if others may not understand or approve.

Gotta stash of cash
I work hard and save money so that I can provide and take care of myself and my loved ones as needed.

Put back for the hard times
Saving money and resources for future hardships and challenges is an important part of redneck identity and culture.

Got chicken wire
I use chicken wire as a part of my DIY projects and lifestyle, often involving agriculture and animal care.

Wrapped around
I use chicken wire to protect and enclose certain areas or objects in my everyday life.

Four big pines
I live and interact with nature, including the large pine trees that surround my home and property.

That supper on the table
The food that I eat and serve is often homemade and locally-produced, rather than from chain restaurants or fast food joints.

Ain't from KFC
I prefer to eat food that is not mass-produced or corporate, and often avoid fast food chains like KFC.

That raggedy shack
My house and other buildings on my property may not be the fanciest or most modern, but they are mine and a part of my identity.

Slap packed full of feed
I keep animals like livestock and fowl on my property, and I provide them with ample feed and care as a part of my lifestyle.

Ima rebel's son
My identity and lifestyle as a redneck is often associated with rebellion and anti-authority values.

Big rebel flag
The Confederate flag is a symbol of redneck identity, culture, and rebellion.

Big huntin' gun
I own and use firearms for hunting and sport as a part of my redneck identity and lifestyle.

You think we something, huh
Some people may underestimate or misunderstand the redneck way of life and underestimate its power and significance.

You should take a ride
To experience and understand redneck culture, outsiders should explore and participate in it firsthand.

Through my backwoods, hillbilly, redneck life
Only by immersing oneself in redneck culture and lifestyle can one truly understand and appreciate its unique and powerful identity.