His Dad Said That

Hard work - all day - in that hot Texas sun Dad said - work boy - no need to have fun Work hard- work long – and get off your ass My dad - said his dad - said that Church cloths on Sunday Mamma washes the back of our neck We pray to the good Lord We show our respects Preacher man says end of times coming soon Dad says get in – moonshine comin at noon The spirits we’re selling – help pay the way My dad - said his dad – did it that way Those blue lights - and red lights - are coming real fast Dad said - grab the bottles - and get off your ass All in – and locked in – that old cellar door Dad strikes a match as he opens the door Takes off his shoes - sits back and relax My dad - said his dad - did that The officer shined his bright light - and said step back from the door Momma made some ice tea and gave him a pour Dad said come in – and join in – we’ll sure have you back My dad - said his dad - said that Hard work - all day - in that hot Texas sun Dad said - work boy - no need to have fun Work hard - and work long - and get off your ass My dad - said his dad - said that