Fist City

Loretta Lynn

About Fist City

"Fist City" is a country music song written and performed by Loretta Lynn, released in 1968. Inspired by her husband's dalliances with other women who pursued him while she was busy touring, Lynn wrote the song as a warning for other women to stay away from him if they do not wish to be soundly beaten. It is one of several songs that got Lynn banned from the radio in the 1960s for her controversial themes.


Year:
1991
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A you've been makin' your brags around town
That you've been a lovin' my man
But the man I love, when he picks up trash
He puts it in a garbage can
And that's what a you look like to me
And what I see's a pity
You better close your face and stay outta my way
If ya don't wanna go to fist city

If ya don't wanna go to fist city
Ya better detour around my town
'Cause I'll grab you by the hair a the head
And I'll lift a you off a the ground

I'm not a sayin' my baby's a saint 'cause he ain't
N' that he won't cat around with a kitty
I'm here to tell ya gal to lay offa my man
If ya don't wanna go to fist city

Come on and tell me what you told my friends
If you think you're brave enough
And I'll show you what a real woman is
Since you think you're hot stuff
You'll bite off more than you can chew
If you get too cute or witty
You better move your feet
If you don't wanna eat
A meal that's called fist city

If you don't wanna go to fist city
You better detour around my town
'Cause I'll grab you by the hair a the head
And I'll lift you offa the ground

I'm not a sayin' my baby's a saint 'cause he ain't
N' that he won't cat around with a kitty
I'm here to tell ya gal to lay offa my man
If ya don't wanna go to fist city
I'm here to tell ya gal to lay offa my man
If ya don't wanna go to fist city

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Loretta Lynn

Loretta Lynn (née Webb; born on April 14, 1932) is an American country-music singer-songwriter and author. Born in Butcher Hollow, near Paintsville, Kentucky, USA, to a coal-miner father. At the age of 14 she married, and soon she became pregnant. She moved to Washington state with her husband, Oliver Vanetta Lynn, Jr. (1926–1996), nicknamed "Doo". Their marriage was tumultuous; he had affairs, and she was headstrong; their life together helped to inspire her music. more »

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14 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Fist City" is categorized under the Country music genre, embodying the significant storytelling aspect that characterizes this genre.
Song Release
This song was released in December 1967 as the second single from Lynn's album with the same name.
Chart Performance
Following its release, the song reached No. 1 on the Billboard Country Singles chart in the United States in 1968.
Song Writing
"Fist City" was written solely by Loretta Lynn herself, showcasing her prowess as a songwriter.
Inspirational Backdrop
The song is said to be inspired by a real-life situation where a woman was trying to woo Lynn's husband.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "Fist City" are assertive and a direct warning to the woman trying to steal her husband, reflecting Lynn's resilience and toughness.
Awards and Acknowledgments
Lynn won a Grammy for Best Female Country Vocal Performance for this song in 1968.
Record Label
"Fist City" was released under the record label Decca Nashville.
Impact
The song has since been noted as an influential piece in the Country music genre, often referenced for its assertiveness and empowering message.
Live Performance
Loretta Lynn often thrilled her fans by including this well-loved song during her live performances.
Cover Versions
Since its release, some artists have made cover versions of the song, exemplifying its enduring popularity.
Loretta Lynn's Style
"Fist City" is a declaration of Lynn's honky-tonk style — the classic, unadulterated, hardcore country style of singing.
Cultural Perception
The song was perceived as controversial upon its release due to its direct confrontational and defiant message, a rarity among female country music of that era. However, it solidified Loretta Lynn's image as a strong and independent woman.
Iconic Status
"Fist City" is considered one of Loretta Lynn's signature songs, embodying her personal and professional identity.

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