I Got You
The Mavericks Lyrics


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If you've got the money, I've got the time
We'll go honky tonkin' and we'll have a time
We'll make all the night spots, dance, drink beer and wine
If you've got the money, honey, I've got the time

There ain't no use to tarry so let's start out tonight
We'll spread joy, oh boy, oh boy, and we'll spread it right
We'll have more fun, baby, all the way down the line
If you've got the money, honey, I've got the time

If you've got the money, I've got the time
We'll go honky tonkin' and we'll have a time
Bring along your Cadillac, leave my old wreck behind
If you've got the money, honey, I've got the time

Yes, we'll go honky tonkin' make every club in town
We'll go to the park where it's dark, we won't fool around
But if you run short of money, I'll run short of time
'Cause you with no more money, honey, I've no more time

If you've got the money, I've got the time
We'll go honky tonkin' and we'll have a time




We'll make all the nightspots, dance, drink beer and wine
If you've got the money, honey, I've got the time

Overall Meaning

The Mavericks’ “I Got You” is a love song about how the singer is willing to have a great time with his beloved if she has the money. The singer is letting his love interest know that he will take her out to all the night spots, engage in some honky-tonkin’ with her, and have a good time. The song is a playful, upbeat tune that’s meant to be fun, but it also speaks to how people with different backgrounds and income levels can share moments of happiness together regardless of what’s in their wallets. The lyrics “If you've got the money, honey, I've got the time” speaks to the idea of how everything is possible if you have the resources, money being the most critical of them all. The song also shows how far two people can go if they have love for each other without any restrictions or boundaries, even if it's just to enjoy a carefree night out together.


The song's lyrics connote a sense of adventure and excitement for each other, symbolizing the classic American idea of the “let’s party” mentality. The line “We'll have more fun, baby, all the way down the line,” highlights how the singer and his love interest look forward to the many adventures they will have with each other. The song celebrates having the resources to have a good time, but at the same time, it emphasizes that one's economic status shouldn't hinder their ability to love and enjoy a good time with each other. Moreover, the song's jovial nature illustrates the kind of fun that goes beyond financial constraints, portraying the idea of unparalleled enjoyment with someone who aligns with you on deep levels.


Line by Line Meaning

If you've got the money, I've got the time
I am a fun-loving person and ready to have a good time with anyone who is willing to spend money.


We'll go honky tonkin' and we'll have a time
Let's go party and hit all the country and western clubs in town.


We'll make all the night spots, dance, drink beer and wine
Let's visit all the popular bars, dance, and have a good time drinking beer and wine.


If you've got the money, honey, I've got the time
I am not the kind of person who is interested in forming deep connections. You need money to have a good time with me.


There ain't no use to tarry so let's start out tonight
There is no point in delaying the fun. Let's begin our party tonight.


We'll spread joy, oh boy, oh boy, and we'll spread it right
Our mission is to have a good time and make everyone around us happy.


We'll have more fun, baby, all the way down the line
We will continue to have fun all night long.


Bring along your Cadillac, leave my old wreck behind
Let's travel in style in your fancy car while leaving my old, rundown one behind.


Yes, we'll go honky tonkin' make every club in town
We will hit all the country and western bars in town.


We'll go to the park where it's dark, we won't fool around
We will also visit the park, but we won't engage in any hanky-panky activities.


But if you run short of money, I'll run short of time
If you don't have any more money to spend, then I have no more time to spend with you.


'Cause you with no more money, honey, I've no more time
I am only interested in spending time with people who can keep the party going by providing the money needed to keep it going.




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: JAMES A. BECK, LEFTY FRIZZELL

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