Cowritten and performed by Hans Vredeenburgh. Ever been jealous of The Joneses? Not me. :)
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Story behind the song
I've never been one to keep up with "The Joneses" but I just bought a top of the line jacuzzi because......well, because I could. (For a change.)
Lyrics
The Joneses
Patricia Baker, BMI/Hans Vredeenburgh©2006
I’ve never liked one up-manship
I’ve never been that rich
Seen the good life from down the street
‘Cause “The Joneses” live all around me
They drive Hummers and Mercedes Benz
Golf at the country club with their friends
They’re on holiday almost every weekend
The sky’s the limit to what they spend
Chorus
I’m the redneck that lives down the street
But, there’s nothin’ pretend about me
I’m no expert in genealogy
But, there’s antlers in my family tree
Got diff’rent goals and priorities
So, let the Joneses try keeping up with me
Too good to drink beer from a bottle
Listen to XM at full throttle
Their dreams of fame and fortune were fulfilled
But they can’t drag their own groceries uphill
Don’t put your elbows on their table
Wouldn’t say fart if they were able
Don’t shed your shoes at my front door
Your faith in common folk will be restored
Repeat Chorus
Bridge
They don’t like the fiber optic lights
Or the big volcano in my new hot tub
They’ve never liked my sense of humor
And if they don’t like me they can kiss my butt
Repeat Chorus
