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.
Just Got Paid
Whitey Morgan and the 78's Lyrics
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Got me a pocket full of change
Said, I just got paid today
Got me a pocket full of change
If you believe like workin' hard all day
Just step in my shoes and take my pay
I was born my papa's son
I had one glad hand and the other behind
You can have yours, just give me mine
When the hound dog barkin' in the black of the night
Stick my hand in my pocket, everything's all right
I just got paid today
Got me a pocket full of change
Said, black sheep, black, do you got some wool?
Yes, I do, man, my bag is full
It's the root of evil and you know the rest
But it's way ahead of what's second best
The lyrics of Whitey Morgan and the 78s' song "Just Got Paid" are about the simple joy of receiving a paycheck after working hard all day. The first verse talks about the satisfaction of having money in one's pocket, which represents a reward for one's hard work. The singer invites the listener to put themselves in his shoes, suggesting that hard work is the key to a full pocket. The chorus repeats the central theme of the song, emphasizing how happy the singer is when he gets paid.
The second verse details the singer's background, explaining that he comes from humble beginnings and has had to fight for what he's got. The phrase "one glad hand and the other behind" suggests the idea of doing one thing well while struggling with another, again emphasizing the theme of hard work. The mention of the barking hound dog reinforces the idea that despite the challenges the singer has faced, he can always rely on his paycheck to make everything all right.
In the final verse, the singer dialogues with someone he calls a "black sheep" and asks him if he has any wool. The black sheep responds that he does, and that his bag is full, which suggests that even someone who might be considered an outsider or a misfit can also benefit from hard work. The reference to the root of all evil, which is money, is a reminder that even though hard work might bring financial rewards, it's important not to be consumed by the pursuit of wealth.
Line by Line Meaning
I just got paid today
I received my salary today
Got me a pocket full of change
I have a pocket full of coins
Said, I just got paid today
I am repeating that I received my salary today
Got me a pocket full of change
Again, I am saying that I have a pocket full of coins
If you believe like workin' hard all day
If you think working hard all day is worth it
Just step in my shoes and take my pay
Then, you can take my job and my pay as well
I was born my papa's son
I am my father's son
When I hit the ground I was on the run
Since the beginning, I have been running
I had one glad hand and the other behind
I had one hand forward and the other behind my back, suspiciously
You can have yours, just give me mine
You can keep your things, but I want mine
When the hound dog barkin' in the black of the night
At night, when the dog barks loudly
Stick my hand in my pocket, everything's all right
I feel better when I put my hand in my pocket, where my money is
Said, black sheep, black, do you got some wool?
I asked the black sheep if it had some wool
Yes, I do, man, my bag is full
The black sheep replied that it had a lot of wool
It's the root of evil and you know the rest
But, as they say, money is the root of all evil
But it's way ahead of what's second best
Despite that, it is still better than anything that comes in second place
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Bill Ham, Billy F Gibbons
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Love your music!
Rafaela Oliveira
Caraca Mano... sou o único do Brasil que ama esse cantor ¿¿¿
Victor Henrique
Não 🖤😎
petras zemgulys
Thanks for keeping the real country alive!! You guys are awesome!
Craig Tullius
Love this band and song, sounds like a little bit of Smuggler's Blues song style in this one , 💥💣💥❣
Joaquín Frazier Music
its a cover of a zz top song!
Andrew Lane
Great music keep it coming
Aaron Allstun
The scariest thing is reading all these comments of people who don't know the great zz top
Mountain Dweller
@Jason Kearny these my friend are the ones who never made it to the Moon Tower on Dazed & Confused!
Jason Kearny
@Mountain Dweller yeah but not knowing who ZZ top is thats unacceptable!