Hensley/Box/Byron/Kerslake)



Out from St. Louis, I wasn't choosy

I just turned to get back on the road

I hitched in cars, and worked in bars

Lookin' for a place to lay down on my load

I met a lady, a shady lady

And someone told her I was all on my own

She poured a beer and said when I'm finished here

Hang around cause I'm taking you home



Don't worry, I'll treat you alright

Don't worry you can stay all night

I thought it was an easy ride

But I didn't know where I was until I got inside



She said okay sonny, give me your money

And don't start any foolin' around

I said what, I said what

Don't you think you're turning me upside down

She saisd I don't care I've been everywhere

And I've been not looking for you

But I'll take you in and give you a spin

You'll know some tricks by the time we get through



Shady lady, you want it all your own way

Shady lady, you won't let go of your prey

Shady lady, eat me up and spit me out

But et's get started now I know what you're talking about



Now in the morning, as day was dawning

Shady asked me if I'd stay there a while

I said stay baby, no way

But I couldn't keep my self from a smile

I said now no bye-bye's, go in and dry your eyes

That ain't fittin' for a lady like you

Why not be smart, and give your life another start

But take care now whatever you do



Shady lady, I'm on my way

Shady lady we'll meet again one day

And don't worry cause when we do

I'm gonna make sure that there ain't very much left of you