About The Song
Released in 2005, “Get Drunk and Be Somebody” was the first single off Keith’s album, “White Trash with Money”. Now, that title alone probably tells you a story! This album, and the song in particular, reveled in a kind of blue-collar pride. It spoke to folks who might not have had fancy titles or pedigrees, but who worked hard, knew how to have a good time, and weren’t afraid to speak their minds.
The song itself is a honky-tonk anthem, complete with a driving beat and a catchy melody. Keith’s signature baritone voice delivers the lyrics with a wink and a nudge, painting a picture of a character who feels a little lost and unseen. He’s stuck in a dead-end job, yearning for something more. The chorus, with its line “Get drunk and be somebody” might sound flippant at first, but it taps into a deeper truth. It’s about that feeling of wanting to escape the mundane, to break free from the daily grind and feel like you matter.
Now, don’t get me wrong, “Get Drunk and Be Somebody” isn’t advocating for alcoholism. It’s more about the universal search for meaning and a sense of accomplishment. It’s about that Friday night feeling, that desire to let loose and forget your troubles for a while. But beneath the surface, there’s a question lingering: is this all there is?
So, as we listen to this song, let’s not just tap our feet. Let’s ponder the story it tells. Maybe it’ll make us laugh, maybe it’ll strike a chord a little closer to home. But one thing’s for sure, “Get Drunk and Be Somebody” is a slice of classic Toby Keith, a song that reminds us that sometimes, even in the simplest of lyrics, we can find a reflection of our own journeys.