Warren wanted a Beach Boys thing for this one, and Carl Wilson and Billy Hinsche came in, with Carl arranging the vocal parts. The other harmony vocalists (credited as the "Gentlemen Boys") were Jackson Browne, J.D. Souther, Zevon's longtime backers Waddy Wachtel and Jorge Calderon, and Linda Rondstadt/Stone Poneys guitarist Kenny Edwards.
My little girl, won't you come with me?
Come with me
And tell me
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
I'm going crazy with boredom
Come with me
And tell me
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Grey sky over a black town
I can feel depression all around
You've got your leather boots on
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
I can't stand another drink
It's surprising this town doesn't sink
You've got your leather boots on
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Your pretty dress is oil stained
From working too hard for too little
You've got your leather boots on
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
You're feeling the boredom too
I'd gladly go with you
I'd put your leather boots on
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
I'd put your pretty dress on
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
(Is there something to do?)
(Is there something to do?)
(Is there something to do?)
(Is there something to do?)
Come with me
And tell me
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
I'm going crazy with boredom
Come with me
And tell me
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Grey sky over a black town
I can feel depression all around
You've got your leather boots on
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
I can't stand another drink
It's surprising this town doesn't sink
You've got your leather boots on
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Your pretty dress is oil stained
From working too hard for too little
You've got your leather boots on
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
You're feeling the boredom too
I'd gladly go with you
I'd put your leather boots on
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
I'd put your pretty dress on
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
Is there something to do?
(Is there something to do?)
(Is there something to do?)
(Is there something to do?)
(Is there something to do?)
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This song seemingly tackles the methods of deception those who manipulate others use to get victims to follow their demands, as well as diverting attention away from important issues. They'll also use it as a means to convince people to hate or kill others by pretending acts of terrorism were committed by the enemy when the acts themselves were done by the masters of control to promote discrimination and hate. It also reinforces the idea that these manipulative forces operate in various locations, infiltrating everyday life without detection, and propagate any and everywhere.
In general, it highlights the danger of hidden agendas, manipulation, and distraction, serving as a critique of those who exploit chaos and confusion to control and gain power, depicting a cautionary tale against falling into their traps. It encourages us to question the narratives presented to us and remain vigilant against manipulation in various parts of society.
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@[Diderik:33655] "Your a holiday!" Was a popular term used in the 50s/60s to compliment someone on their all around. For example, not only are they beautiful, but they are fun and kind too ... just an all around "holiday".
I think your first comment is closer to being accurate. The singer/song writers state "Millions of eyes can see, yet why am i so blind!? When the someone else is me, its unkind its unkind". I believe hes referring to the girl toying with him and using him. He wants something deeper with her, thats why he allows himself to be as a puppet (even though for her fun and games) as long as it makes her happy. But he knows deep down that she doesnt really want to be serious with him and thats what makes him.
I think this song is about a working girl
'Your pretty dress is oil stained From working too hard'
This isn't an oil :)
No, it's about a fellow asking a lady for a date, and the lady has a job (No,she isn't a prossie) and her dress has grease stains in it from getting it caught in the car door on her way to/from work
Very good song, I've felt that way before, small town, bored, wanting something to do.
A very underrated song of theirs, but very good nevertheless. C'mon, let's go out and party and enjoy living.
This is so-o-o-o-o obvious. The guy is saying the young lady he has the sparks for, "howzabout a date, gorgeous?"
I think this song is about SEX.
BTW. "I'd put your pretty dress on..." gotta love Martin.
@raid357 It's NOT about SEX, for crying in Manhattan! It's about a young gentleman asking a young lady for A DATE. Just a DATE!
Ahhhh....the 80s. This song is sooo cooool. One of their overlooked and under-rated songs...I think.
does anyone know what "I'd put your leather boots on" and "I'd put your pretty dress on" mean?
It's slang - ya know: If I were you, I would put your pretty dress on. Not that HE would put them on, he's telling her, get dolled up and let's find some trouble or fun to get into. When I was younger I misunderstood and thought he was going to put them on, and that always sounded like a lot of fun, but I digress, this one isn't pervy, just teen angst.
@ RDTX14. Indeed. The gentleman is saying to the lady, "if I were you, I'd get all fancied up and go have some fun." I don't know about TEEN angst,though. The line about working too hard for too little makes me think that the couple are adults. Young adults, perhaps, but adults.