Smokestack Lightning
Lynyrd Skynyrd · Other Songs - Lynyrd Skynyrd
I was sittin' at home all alone when I heard that telephone ring
And there on the line was a friend of mine sayin' he wasn't doin' a thing
So I'm steppin' out on the town tonight to party where
the drinks are free
There's a sweet young thing ready and waitin' on me
[chorus]
Young and fine, strike you blind
Smokestack lightnin' make you lose your mind
She's got looks that kill can fire at will
Smokestack lightnin' she's all I need
When we got to the place I got me a taste
I knew she'd be good for a game
Dancin' out on the floor she was ready for more
She knew all the boys by their names
I said hey sweet thing let me pull your string
Let me take you home
I woke up in a hour with my money and my memory gone.
[repeat chorus]
Young and fine strike you blind smokestack lightnin'
[repeat chorus]
And there on the line was a friend of mine sayin' he wasn't doin' a thing
So I'm steppin' out on the town tonight to party where
the drinks are free
There's a sweet young thing ready and waitin' on me
[chorus]
Young and fine, strike you blind
Smokestack lightnin' make you lose your mind
She's got looks that kill can fire at will
Smokestack lightnin' she's all I need
When we got to the place I got me a taste
I knew she'd be good for a game
Dancin' out on the floor she was ready for more
She knew all the boys by their names
I said hey sweet thing let me pull your string
Let me take you home
I woke up in a hour with my money and my memory gone.
[repeat chorus]
Young and fine strike you blind smokestack lightnin'
[repeat chorus]
Smokestack Lightning
Smokestack Lightning stands as a defining anthem of Southern rock, capturing the gritty spirit of the 1970s with its signature slide guitar work and driving rhythm. Released by Lynyrd Skynyrd, the track exemplifies the band's mastery of blending blues influences with upbeat, danceable grooves that became synonymous with their sound. The song's enduring popularity highlights the group's ability to craft anthems that resonate across generations, cementing their legacy in the history of rock music. It remains a staple of their discography, often performed live to energize audiences and showcase the band's signature vocal harmonies and instrumental prowess.