One Foot Out The Door
Van Halen · Van Halen Box 1978-1984 [2000]
I grabbed that telephone
I thought we were alone
Telling me there's company
Your husband's comin' home
I've been thinking about this Saturday night with you
I've been thinking about it all week long
And now I'm gonna lose it 'cause that
Son-of-a-bitch got me singin' that same old song
Got one foot out the door
Tryin' to hit the road
Ain't no match for your mean old man
I think it's time to roll
Got one foot out the door
Got one foot out the door
Think I'm gonna fight him?
Don't you let him put down
Put that to the floor
Put the pedal to the metal
And you beat it out of town
No comin' back, back for more
I thought we were alone
Telling me there's company
Your husband's comin' home
I've been thinking about this Saturday night with you
I've been thinking about it all week long
And now I'm gonna lose it 'cause that
Son-of-a-bitch got me singin' that same old song
Got one foot out the door
Tryin' to hit the road
Ain't no match for your mean old man
I think it's time to roll
Got one foot out the door
Got one foot out the door
Think I'm gonna fight him?
Don't you let him put down
Put that to the floor
Put the pedal to the metal
And you beat it out of town
No comin' back, back for more
One Foot Out The Door
As a staple of Van Halen's live performances, 'One Foot Out The Door' exemplifies the band's signature blend of rock energy and technical virtuosity. Recorded during the late 1970s, the track features Eddie Van Halen's iconic guitar work, characterized by rapid-fire picking and melodic solos that defined the new wave of American rock. The song serves as a dynamic showcase of the band's improvisational spirit, often serving as a high-energy closer that engages audiences with its driving rhythm and soaring vocals. Its enduring popularity stems from its ability to capture the raw, electrifying atmosphere of Van Halen's era, cementing its place in their extensive discography and live legacy.