Don't Think You're Too Good for Country Music
Bobby Bare · Me and McDill [RCA Victor] [1977]
I see your van you're a guitar man
It's written all over your face
To make it big you quit your gig
A playin' bass at the airbase.
You've come to town you've been turned down
But it's just a question of taste
Don't think you're too good for country music
Just because you can rock and roll.
Likely as not your licks are hot
But you won't work much here in Nashville
You're really keen on BB King
But they don't cut him here in Nashville.
And if you don't pick them country licks
You can bet somebody else will
Don't think you're too good for country music
Just because you can rock and roll.
--- Instrumental ---
(Pickin' good, pickin' good, pickin' good
Sound like hell but pickin' good.)
You're really hot on ZZ Topp
But you ain't doin' any session
Your licks are neat but you won't eat
Until you learn one little lesson.
You boogie good and I knew you could
But they don't boogie much in Nashville
Don't think you're too good for country music
Just because you can rock and roll...
Don't Think You're Too Good for Country Music
Bobby Bare delivers a spirited performance of this 1977 track on the album Me and McDill, showcasing his enduring vocal prowess and commitment to traditional country storytelling. Recorded with RCA Victor, the song reflects Bare's ability to blend humor with heartfelt delivery, a hallmark of his career spanning decades. While often associated with his earlier hits like 'Folsom Prison Blues', this recording demonstrates his continued relevance in the genre during the late 1970s. The tune captures the essence of rural life and self-deprecating wit that defined much of his discography, offering fans a glimpse into his musical evolution alongside contemporaries like George Jones. It stands as a testament to his skill in interpreting classic themes with fresh energy.