Let It Out (Let It All Hang Out)

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About Let It Out (Let It All Hang Out)

"Let It Out (Let It All Hang Out)" is a 1967 song by The Hombres and the title track of their album of the same name. It is, according to AllMusic journalist Stewart Mason, a "deadpan southern-fried parody" of Bob Dylan's "Subterranean Homesick Blues". The song's spoken intro – "A preachment, dear friends, you are about to receive on John Barleycorn, nicotine and the temptations of Eve" – dates to the 1947 novelty recording "Cigareetes, Whuskey and Wild, Wild Women" by Red Ingle and His Natural Seven, and is followed by a raspberry.  


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(Spoken):
"A preachment, dear friends, you are about to receive
On John Barleycorn, nicotine, and the temptations of Eve"
(Bronx cheer)

No parkin' by the sewer sign
Hot dog, my razor's broke
Water drippin' up the spout
But I don't care, let it all hang out

Hangin' from a pine tree by my knees
Sun is shinin' through the shade
Nobody knows what it's all about,
It's too much, man, let it all hang out

Saw a man walkin' upside down
My T.V.'s on the blink
Made Galileo look like a Boy Scout
Sorry 'bout that, let it all hang out

Sleep all day, drive all night
Brain my numb, can't stop now
For sure ain't no doubt
Keep an open mind, let it all hang out

It's rainin' inside a big brown moon
How does that mess you baby up, leg
Eatin' a Reuben sandwich with sauerkraut
Don't stop now, baby, let it all hang out

Let it all hang out

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Written by: JEFF PARIS, MOON CALHOUN

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6 facts about this song

Historical Facts
"Let It Out (Let It All Hang Out)" is a song by '60s garage band Hombres, released in 1967. - The song reached number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1967. - The song was composed by the band's members B.B. Cunningham Jr., Gary McEwen, and John Hunter. - "Let It Out (Let It All Hang Out)" remains the Hombres' only major hit.
Musical Composition
The song is known for its distinctive guitar riff, which is repeated throughout the track. - The sound of the song is characteristic of the "garage rock" genre prevalent in the mid-1960s. - The song has a loose, carefree style, enhanced by the casual, spoken-word verses.
Lyrics and Interpretation
Some consider the song as a humorous take on the phrase "let it all hang out," which can be understood as a call for uninhibited behavior or expression. - The lyrics can be seen as a reflection of the social changes and rebellious spirit of the 1960s.
Influence and Legacy
Despite their brief success, the Hombres and their hit influenced many other rock bands. - The song has been used in film soundtracks, notably the 1997 film 'The Ice Storm.' - John Sebastian, former member of The Lovin' Spoonful, referred to "Let It Out (Let It All Hang Out)" as a favorite song from his youth.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by various artists including The Music Machine and The Nails. - Jonathan King also performed an almost direct copy under the title "Let It All Hang Out" in 1970, reaching number 26 in the UK Singles Chart.
Media and Advertising
Over the years, "Let It Out (Let It All Hang Out)" has been used in a variety of TV commercials, due to its catchy, distinctive sound. - The popular clothing company, Levi's, used the song in a TV commercial for their 505 jeans in the '80s. - The song was also featured in a Foster's Lager commercial in Australia.

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