Bartender Song (Sittin' at a Bar)

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About Bartender Song (Sittin' at a Bar)

"Bartender Song (Sittin' at a Bar)" is a song by Rehab. It was released in May 2008 as the third single from their fourth album, Graffiti the World (2005). It was the band's first single to chart on the Billboard Hot 100, at #64. The song originally appeared as "Sittin' at a Bar" on the band's second album Southern Discomfort in 2000, released by Epic Records. The band were subsequently dropped by Epic in 2002, but the song became an underground hit on the internet and on jukeboxes. Rehab were later signed by Universal Records, with Avery Lipman (Co-President of Universal) describing the single as a "viral phenomenon" and stating that he had signed the band based on the success of their jukebox airplay, 


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2005
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People in the back ground talking:
Care for another Martini?
I could wet my whistle
Brandy Sir?

Bartender I really did it this time
Broke my parole to have a good time
When I got home it was six a.m.
The door was locked so I kicked it in

She was trippin' on the bills
I think she was high on some pills
She threw my shit out into the yard
Then she called me a bum and slapped me real hard
And in my drunken stupor

I did what I should have never done
And now I'm sittin' here, talking to you
Drunk and on the run
I'm sittin' at a bar on the inside
Waitin' for my ride on the outside

She stole my heart, in the trailer park
So I jacked the keys to her fuckin' car
Crashed that piece of shit and then stepped away
And I know I'll probably get ten years
So just give me beers till they get here

Yeah I know the sun is comin' up
And y'all are probably gettin' ready for closin' up
But I'm trying to drown my soul
I'm tired of this life on the dirt road

Everything that I love is gone
And I'm tired of hangin' on
I'm sittin' at a bar on the inside
Waitin' for my ride on the outside

She stole my heart, in the trailer park
So I jacked the keys to her fuckin' car
And crashed that piece of shit an' then stepped away

Yes it was meant to be
Romance is misery
So much for memories
And now I am headed to the penitentiary

See me on TV
The next cop series
I am a danger
I guess I should have did something about my anger

But I never learn
Real things I don't concern
I pour kerosene on everything I love
And watch it burn

I know it's my fault
But I wasn't happy it was over
She threw a fit
So I crashed that piece of shit over

And now I'm goin' back again
Back to the pen to see my friends
When we all file off that county van

They'll ask me where I've been
I've been at a bar on the inside
Waitin' for my ride on the outside
She stole my heart, in the trailer park

So I jacked the keys to her fuckin? car
I crashed that piece of shit an' then stepped away

Fades out:
Laa laa la laa la la laa laa laa la la la laa
Hey
Laa
Laa laa la laa la la laa laa laa la la la laa
Hey you bastard
Laa
Laa laa la laa la la laa laa laa la la la laa [Fades out]

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Rehab

Rehab is an American Southern rock, country, and alternative hip hop band. The band has recorded seven albums, including two each for Epic Records and Universal Republic. They are mainly known for their 2008 hit, "Bartender Song (Sittin' at a Bar)". more »

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Written by: JERRY D. CHESTNUT

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
The "Bartender Song" was originally released on the album "Southern Discomfort" in 2000. It was written by Danny Boone and Jason Brooks.
Musical Style
This song merges elements of southern rock, country, rap and alternative to portray a gripping narrative of personal loss and regret.
Lyrics and Theme
The song gained popularity due to its humorous yet intentionally ironic lyrics about spending time in jail and the subsequent return to the bar that led to the incarceration in the first place.
Popularity
The song peaked at No. 64 on Billboard Hot 100 in 2008, making it the most successful single by Rehab to date.
Re-release
Due to its popularity, the "Bartender Song" was remixed and re-released in 2008. The re-release gained even more popularity than the original.
Music Video
The official music video for the song was released on October 25, 2009, with the band performing while various events unfold at the bar.
Song Uses
The track was often used in bars across the USA and featured in several films like "Scary Movie 4" and TV shows.
Band Recognition
The success of the "Bartender Song" played a major role in the band Rehab achieving substantial recognition in the music industry.
Cover Versions
Country singer Hank Williams Jr. covered the song with the band on their 2010 album, "Welcome Home," which provided a different interpretation of the song.
Positive Reception
Critics praised the song for its catchy melody, engaging lyrics, and its unique blend of musical styles. It continues to be a memorable hit that defined Rehab's music career.

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