About The Song
In the realm of country music, Gretchen Wilson stands as a bold and unapologetic figure, her music a defiant celebration of Southern roots and unadulterated self-expression. Her 2004 breakout single, “Redneck Woman,” serves as a powerful anthem for those who embrace their heritage and refuse to conform to societal expectations.
From the opening twang of the guitar to Wilson’s distinctively twangy vocals, “Redneck Woman” exudes an infectious energy that draws the listener in. The lyrics paint a vivid portrait of a woman who is comfortable in her own skin, unafraid to defy stereotypes and embrace her blue-collar upbringing. She’s not afraid to get dirty, loves to have a good time, and takes pride in her Southern heritage.
Wilson’s unapologetic embrace of her Southern identity and her refusal to conform to industry norms made her a trailblazer for female artists in country music. “Redneck Woman” remains a timeless anthem, a celebration of self-acceptance and a testament to the power of music to transcend boundaries and unite people.
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Well, I ain’t never been the Barbie doll typeNo, I can’t swig that sweet Champagne, I’d rather drink beer all night In a tavern or in a honky tonk or on a four-wheel drive tailgateI’ve got posters on my wall of Skynyrd, Kid and StraitSome people look down on me, but I don’t give a rip I’ll stand barefooted in my own front yard with a baby on my hip‘Cause I’m a redneck womanI ain’t no high class broad I’m just a product of my raising I say, “hey ya’ll” and “yee-haw” And I keep my Christmas lights on On my front porch all year longAnd I know all the words to every Charlie Daniels songSo here’s to all my sisters Out there keeping it country Let me get a big “hell yeah” From the redneck girls like me Hell yeah (Hell yeah)Victoria’s Secret, well their stuff’s real niceOh, but I can buy the same damn thing on a Wal-Mart shelf half price And still look sexy Just as sexy as those models on TVNo, I don’t need no designer tagTo make my man want me You might think I’m trashy, a little too hardcore But in my neck of the woods I’m just the girl next doorI’m a redneck womanI ain’t no high class broad I’m just a product of my raising I say, “hey y’all” and “yee-haw” And I keep my Christmas lights on On my front porch all year longAnd I know all the words to every Tanya Tucker songSo here’s to all my sisters Out there keeping it country Let me get a big “hell yeah” From the redneck girls like me Hell yeah (Hell yeah)I’m a redneck womanI ain’t no high class broad I’m just a product of my raising And I say, “hey y’all” and “yee-haw” And I keep my Christmas lights on On my front porch all year longAnd I know all the words to every ol’ Bocephus songSo here’s to all my sisters out there keeping it country Let me get a big “hell yeah” From the redneck girls like me (Hell yeah)Hell yeah (Hell yeah)Hell yeah (Hell yeah) I said hell yeah