Whitey sings songs these people can relate to. In much the same way his grandfather and mentor did over 3 decades ago, to a whole generation of southern transplants who came up US-23 to Flint looking for the good life. Whitey sings it straight, with an urgency that'll help people forget their problems for a few hours and serve as the guideline for drinking the sorrows away. The halftime groove brings out everyone's dancing shoes and while Whitey and the 78's play, the world is a tiny bit better place.
Since the release of their first album Honky Tonks and Cheap Motels, Whitey and the band have revived a forgotten genre with a fierce dedication and determination. They've toured the country spreading their sound and real deal vibe everywhere they go. They play honky-tonk tunes in any club in any town without apology and with a purpose. Look out, this bad news sounds real good.
For about 200 shows a year you can count on Whitey Morgan and the 78's to deliver. Whitey's whiskey tinged vocals, the 78's boot stomping beats, all stirring up dance floors and elevating spirits. In this world, there isn't a person who couldn't use this kinda release every now and again.
Another Round
Whitey Morgan and the 78's Lyrics
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I feelin low down ane mean as a dog
I called up them boys down Detroit city
I said hell we're gonna make it Nashville after all
I rolled that deisel through a windy rainy nigth
down through hollers and up through the falls
When that mornin sun shined on that Tennessee state line
I said boys we gonna have ourselves a ball
since I had a good time
and tonight I'm gonna drink from the well
so order up another round boy
I'm gonna put'em down
I got a late start but tonight I'm raisin hell
I rolled up to this honky tonk on Broadway
and the band played as I strolled through the door
I sat down on my seat shouted play some Jerry Reed
They played amos moses and I damn near fell on the flor
Well they played Waylon, Hank, Johnny, Merle and Geoge Jones
Me and the boys drank and off key
and that guitar pickin man walked over with a little grin
Said what brings you boys down here to Tennessee
Well it's been a long time
since I had a good time
and tonight I'm gonna drink from the well
so order up another round boy
I'm gonna put'em down
I got a late start but tonight I'm raisin hell
The song "Another Round" by Whitey Morgan and the 78's is a classic country song that tells the story of a man who quits his job on a Friday afternoon and heads to Nashville with his friends to let loose and have a good time. In the first verse, the singer talks about feeling low and calling up his friends in Detroit to plan a trip to Nashville. He describes driving through the rain and arriving in Tennessee as the morning sun shines on the state line. The chorus repeats the idea that it has been a long time since the singer has had a good time and he plans to make up for it by ordering another round of drinks and raising hell that night.
The second verse describes the group arriving at a honky tonk on Broadway and settling in for a night of classic country music and off-key singing. The singer requests a Jerry Reed song and nearly falls over when the band plays "Amos Moses". As the group continues to drink and sing along to Waylon, Hank, Johnny, Merle, and George Jones, a guitar player approaches them and asks what brings them down to Tennessee. The song ends with the chorus repeating the idea of ordering another round and the singer declaring that he's going to raise hell that night.
Overall, "Another Round" is a classic country drinking song that celebrates the joy of letting loose and having a good time with friends. It's a reminder that life is short, and it's important to take time to enjoy the simple pleasures and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Line by Line Meaning
I quit my job on a Friday afternoon
I left my employment on a Friday around noon.
Feelin' low down and mean as a dog
I was feeling very unhappy and aggressive.
I called up them boys down in Detroit city
I contacted some guys from Detroit city.
I said hell, we're gonna make it Nashville after all
I said we're going to reach our goal of getting to Nashville.
I rolled that diesel through a windy rainy night
I drove that diesel through a rainy and windy night.
Down through the hollers and up through the falls
I went through valleys and rapids.
When that mornin' sun shined on that Tennessee state line
When the morning sun was shining on the border of Tennessee state.
I said boys, we gonna have ourselves a ball
I said guys, we're going to have fun.
Well, it's been a long time since I had a good time
It's been a while since I had fun.
And tonight I'm gonna drink from the well
And tonight I'm going to have a good time.
So order up another round, boy, I'm gonna put 'em down
So order more drinks, I'm going to consume them.
I got a late start but tonight I'm raisin' hell
I started late but I'm going to have a wild time tonight.
I rolled up to this honky-tonk on Broadway
I arrived at this club on Broadway.
And the band played as I strolled through the door
The band was playing as I walked in.
I sat down in my seat and shouted play some Jerry Reed
I sat down and yelled to play some Jerry Reed.
They played Amos Moses and I damn near fell on the floor
They played Amos Moses and it was so good, I almost fell over.
Well, they played Waylon, Hank, Johnny, Merle, and George Jones
They played songs by Waylon, Hank, Johnny, Merle, and George Jones.
Me and the boys drank and off-key
The guys and I drank and sang off-key.
And that guitar-pickin' man walked over with a little grin
And the man playing the guitar walked over with a smirk on his face.
Said, 'What brings you boys down here to Tennessee?'
He asked us what brought us to Tennessee.
Well, it's been a long time since I had a good time
It's been a while since I had fun.
And tonight I'm gonna drink from the well
And tonight I'm going to have a good time.
So order up another round, boy, I'm gonna put 'em down
So order more drinks, I'm going to consume them.
I got a late start but tonight I'm raisin' hell
I started late but I'm going to have a wild time tonight.
Contributed by Alexandra R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.