Just Us Kids
James McMurtry
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I've had enough of this small town bullshit I'm not stayin' in school I'm makin' good dough workin' with my brother Cleanin' out pools I'm going out to California And man it won't be long As soon as I get my license Color me gone Oh knock it off Johnny Man, your livin' in your head You ain't even got a car And those chicks don't believe a word ya said But you're doin' all the talkin' So I just keep quiet And this'll probably go no where But I can't blame ya for tryin' It's just us kids hangin' round the park at night Hangin' round 'neath the vapor light We got no drugs and we got no guns Not even botherin' anyone I don't have to wear a necktie I don't have to punch a clock I started up a dot com company And man it rocks Won't you come with me down to Mexico In the winter with some friends? My divorce will be final Along about then Meanwhile I got a gram and a real good ride And don't you know I hurt way down inside? Just us kids in the parking lot Out here givin' it all we got We don't want to get old and die And there ain't nothing we wouldn't try Ya know we could really have it all Our kid's gonna graduate next fall I could take retirement in 10 years It's a damn short movie How'd we ever get here? [Repeat x2] Just us kids hangin' out today Watchin' our long hair turnin' gray Not so skinny maybe not so free Not so many as we used to be [Repeat x3] Not so skinny maybe not so free Not so many as we used to be
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Written by: JAMES MCMURTRY
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14 facts about this song
Release Information"Just Us Kids" is a single from James McMurtry's album of the same name. The album was released back in April 2008 under Lightning Rod Records.
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Song MeaningThe song, "Just Us Kids," is often interpreted as a social commentary on the struggles and challenges faced by everyday people.
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Track LengthThe track length of "Just Us Kids" is five minutes and four seconds long.
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Album SuccessThe album, "Just Us Kids", which features the title track, peaked at 2nd position on the Billboard Top Heatseekers list.
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Song's RecognitionNPR recognized “Just Us Kids” as one of the best songs of 2008 due to its poignant lyrics and captivating tunes.
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Lyrical Genius"Just Us Kids" displays McMurtry's unparalleled talent for storytelling and songwriting. His lyrics are often praised for their narrative depth and insightful social commentary.
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Folk-Rock InspirationThe song falls under folk-rock genre, with improvisational jam sections lasting several minutes, showing McMurtry's influences from folk, rock, and Americana music.
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The Voice Behind the SongJames McMurtry is known for his deep, gravelly voice and sharp wit, both of which are displayed in "Just Us Kids."
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Sharing the RealityLike much of McMurtry's work, "Just Us Kids" depicts authentic portraits of middle-class and working-class Americans, dealing with the harsh realities of everyday life.
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Chart Performance"Just Us Kids" did not chart separately as a single, but contributed to the overall success of the album that reached #2 on Billboard's Heatseekers Albums chart.
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Songwriting SkillsCritics often point out that James's blend of detailed observations and narrative lyrics make "Just Us Kids" an engrossing listen.
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Critically Acclaimed AlbumThe "Just Us Kids" album was nominated for the 2009 Americana Music Association Album of the Year.
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Political IntonationsSome listeners have suggested that "Just Us Kids" contains political undertones, drawing on themes of economic hardship and societal struggles.
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Radio PlayDespite not being a chart-topping hit, "Just Us Kids" has received significant airplay on radio stations specializing in Americana and alternative country music.
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