Tear It Down
Old Crow Medicine Show · Old Crow Medicine Show [2006]
Cook them biscuits, cook 'em brown
Done talkin' I'll tear it around
If you catch another mule kickin' in your stall
Then tear it down
Chorus:
Oh, tear it down (bed, slats and all)
Oh, tear it down (bed, slats and all)
Oh, tear it down (bed, slats and all)
Oh, tear it down (bed, slats and all)
If you catch another mule kickin' in your stall
Man, you gotta tear it down
Mr. Evans on the avenue ain't ashamed
To see that monkey whiffin' that cocaine
Went upstairs to ring the bell
Police in the alley sniffin' cocaine
When you catch another mule kickin' in your stall
Then tear it down
(Chorus)
Every time I'd hit her she'd holler "Police"
Cook them biscuits, cook 'em brown
Done talkin' I'll tear it around
If you catch another mule kickin' in your stall
Then tear it down
(Chorus)
Tear It Down
Old Crow Medicine Show's "Tear It Down" stands as a quintessential example of their signature bluegrass-folk sound, blending acoustic instrumentation with a driving, rhythmic energy. Recorded for their 2006 self-titled album, the track exemplifies the band's ability to fuse traditional Appalachian roots with a modern, upbeat rock sensibility. The song features the group's characteristic vocal harmonies and fiddle work, creating an infectious atmosphere that has become a staple of their live performances and a defining element of their discography. It reflects the band's commitment to storytelling through music, capturing the spirit of the American folk revival while maintaining a distinct, high-energy identity that resonates with fans of acoustic rock and bluegrass.