Margarita
johnny & ray Lyrics


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Hey
Handshake and name
My twenty twenties
They start today
I'm wide awake
Yeah wide awake
My twenty twenties
They start today
Come
Please take a seat
I'll get you started
Something to eat
Something to drink
Oh if you like
We got a special tonight I think you might like to try
We spare no expense
Our assets your excess
Our patrons can relax
We're right off the train tracks
Conveniently located
Five star hotel, rated
Best by the Town Mouse
Our frozen margaritas on the house
Welcome to Charlie's Pub n' Grill
Can I take your order, get your drinks, and run the bill
So raise a glass to my decline
Glamour, charm, and romance come at too steep of a price
Cash
From the hotel
These fuckin' assholes
Don't tip so well
They're VIPs
Oh by the way
You parked your Mercedes in a fire lane
And as we speak
It's trickling down
Into my landlord's
Third bank account
I'll take the train
I need an out
But to get a ticket
I'd have to have an employee discount
We spare no expense
Our assets your excess
Our patrons can relax
You don't need no face mask
Conveniently located
Five star hotel, rated
Best by the Town Mouse
Our twenty twenty twenties on the house
Welcome to Charlie's Pub n' Grill
Can I take your order, get your drinks, and run the bill
So raise a glass to my decline
Glamour, charm, and romance come at too steep of a price
Vodka tonic, whiskey, rum, tequila, that's right
Margaritas on the house tonight
We're coping any way we can
But I'll never get a ticket at the rate that they demand
Señorita, I complete ya, night's still young
Guarantee ya really need a night undone
Baby make me a
Margarita, mamma mia, I go numb
Where I come from, when I was young...
It's hard to heed ya, when it's hard to feed a house of one
We can't afford to pay you more, 'cause…
We spare no expense
Our assets your excess
Our patrons can relax
We're right off the train tracks
Conveniently located
Five star hotel, rated
Best by the Town Mouse
Our frozen margaritas on the house
Welcome to Charlie's Pub n' Grill
Can I take your order, get your drinks, and run the bill
So raise a glass to my decline
Glamour, greed and gluttony all part of the design
Vodka tonic, whiskey, rum, tequila, that's right
Margaritas on the house tonight
We're coping any way we can
But I'll never get a ticket at the rate that they demand
Handshake and name
My twenty twenties
They start today
I'm wide awake
Yeah wide awake




My twenty twenties
They start today

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Johnny & Ray's Margarita describe the atmosphere and culture of Charlie's Pub n' Grill. The song starts with the singer welcoming the listener to the establishment, offering them food and drinks, and suggesting a special on the menu. The lyrics then take a turn, with the singer lamenting the low tips from VIP guests and the fact that their Mercedes is parked in a fire lane. The singer seems resentful of the wealthy patrons and hints at their frustration with their own financial situation, particularly the inability to afford train tickets. The song ends with the singer raising a glass to their decline, acknowledging the glamor and excess of the world around them.


The lyrics of the song reflect on themes of envy, class, and the struggle to get by. The singer's frustration towards the wealthy patrons is palpable and hints at a deeper unease with the structure of society. At the same time, the lyrics of the song are distinctly American, referencing the train tracks and fire lanes that are ubiquitous in many American cities. The danceable rhythm and catchy melody contrast with the somewhat downbeat lyrics, creating an interesting tension that invites the listener to consider the meaning behind the words.


Line by Line Meaning

Hey
Greetings, welcome to Charlie's Pub n' Grill.


Handshake and name
Let me formally introduce myself and greet you properly.


My twenty twenties
My current decade of life, filled with ambition and opportunities.


They start today
I'm ready to make the most of my twenties and start my journey towards success.


I'm wide awake
I'm alert and fully aware of my surroundings and actions.


Yeah wide awake
Confidently acknowledging that I am wide awake.


Come
Let me show you around and offer you our services.


Please take a seat
Feel free to sit down and relax while we attend to you.


I'll get you started
Let me help you begin your experience here with something to eat and drink.


Something to eat
We offer a variety of delicious food options for our patrons.


Something to drink
We have an extensive selection of beverages, including the famous margarita.


Oh if you like
If you're interested, we have a special dish that I think you'll enjoy.


We got a special tonight I think you might like to try
We have a unique and tasty offering tonight for our guests to enjoy.


We spare no expense
We take great pride in providing our customers with the best possible experience and don't cut corners.


Our assets your excess
Our luxurious amenities and services are at your disposal to enjoy as much as you'd like.


Our patrons can relax
We strive to create a comfortable and welcoming environment for our customers to unwind in.


We're right off the train tracks
Our location is easily accessible and convenient for travelers.


Conveniently located
Our establishment is situated in a prime location for easy access and enjoyment.


Five-star hotel, rated
We have received top ratings and are recognized for providing a luxurious and exceptional experience for our guests.


Best by the Town Mouse
Locals and frequent visitors know that we are the best establishment in the area.


Our frozen margaritas on the house
We are offering our famous frozen margaritas free of charge for our valued customers.


Can I take your order, get your drinks, and run the bill
Allow me to take your order, serve your drinks, and handle your payment quickly and efficiently.


So raise a glass to my decline
Drinking to acknowledge and accept the struggles and challenges in my life.


Glamour, charm, and romance come at too steep of a price
The high cost of living up to societal expectations of beauty, attraction, and love is not worth sacrificing my well-being.


Cash from the hotel
Obtaining money from the hotel's profits.


These fuckin' assholes
Referring to the unsatisfactory guests that have caused frustration and annoyance.


Don't tip so well
These guests do not appreciate the services provided enough to give a generous gratuity.


They're VIPs
Despite their lack of respect and appreciation, we must still treat them as important guests.


Oh by the way
Informing the guest about a matter that was previously unknown or forgotten.


You parked your Mercedes in a fire lane
Bringing attention to the irresponsible and illegal parking of the guest's car.


And as we speak
At this moment in time.


It's trickling down
The negative impact of the guest's actions is having a ripple effect.


Into my landlord's
The negative consequences of the guest's actions are affecting my landlord's business.


Third bank account
The financial burden caused by the guest's actions is reaching a personal level for myself and my landlord.


I'll take the train
I'll resort to taking public transportation rather than driving my own car or depending on guests' tips for income.


I need an out
I need an escape or solution to my current situation.


But to get a ticket
In order to obtain transportation to leave my current situation.


I'd have to have an employee discount
I can only afford a ticket with a discount provided by my employer.


You don't need no face mask
We have created a clean, hygienic environment that does not require protective face coverings.


Vodka tonic, whiskey, rum, tequila, that's right
We have a vast selection of alcoholic beverages to choose from.


Margaritas on the house tonight
Our guests can enjoy free margaritas for the evening.


We're coping any way we can
We are taking any measures necessary to get through difficult times.


Señorita, I complete ya, night's still young
Addressing someone in Spanish, implying that they have found their significant other and that the night is still full of possibilities.


Guarantee ya really need a night undone
Assuming that the person addressed is in need of stress relief and relaxation.


Baby make me a
Requesting for someone to make him a drink, perhaps a margarita.


Margarita, mamma mia, I go numb
Expressing how much he enjoys the taste of margaritas and how it makes him feel a sense of numbness.


Where I come from, when I was young...
Reflecting on his past experiences and how his current situation contrasts with it.


It's hard to heed ya, when it's hard to feed a house of one
It's difficult to listen to others' advice when you are struggling to provide for yourself.


We can't afford to pay you more, 'cause...
We are unable to offer a higher salary because of financial constraints.


Glamour, greed and gluttony all part of the design
Describing the negative aspects of the industry, such as consumerism, materialism, and overindulgence.




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Written by: Andrew McMullen

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