Screwdriver
White Stripes, The · White Stripes
I gotta have somewhere to go
I call up tommy now
I call him on the telephone
Won't you wake up and come with me now
I'm going to the pawn and loan
Walking down thirty three
Walking on thirty o
Well what am i supposed to think
I drop a nickel in the sink
I love people like a brother now
But i'm not gonna be their mother now
What if someone walked up to me
And like an apple cut right through me
im not just gonna stand there grinnin
cause I'm not the one who's sinnin
Screwdriver
Now that you have heard my story now
I've got a little ending to it now
Whenever you go out alone
Take a little dog a bone
Think about your little sister
Then you got to drive it home
With a screwdriver
I got a little feeling goin' now
I got a little feeling goin' now
Screwdriver - White Stripes
Released on the band's self-titled debut album, "Screwdriver" stands as a defining track in the garage rock revival of the early 2000s. Led by Jack White's distinctive vocals and Jack Casady's driving basslines, the song captures the raw energy and chaotic charm characteristic of the White Stripes' early work. Its blend of punk aggression and bluesy groove helped establish the duo's unique sound, influencing a generation of indie and alternative artists. The recording reflects the band's commitment to a stripped-down aesthetic, prioritizing visceral performance over polished production. As a staple of their discography, the track remains a potent example of their ability to fuse diverse musical roots into a cohesive and memorable statement.