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Introduction
Have you ever found yourself seeking refuge from the heat, both literal and emotional? That’s the essence of George Jones’s “Too Cold at Home.” Released in 2005 as part of his album Hits I Missed…And One I Didn’t, this track delves into the story of a man who escapes the sweltering summer heat and the chilly atmosphere of his home by retreating to a local bar.
The lyrics paint a vivid picture: “It’s too hot to fish, too hot for golf, and too cold at home.” This line encapsulates the protagonist’s predicament—seeking comfort in a place that offers both physical and emotional warmth. The bar becomes a sanctuary, a place where he can momentarily forget his troubles, enjoy a cold drink, and reminisce about simpler times, like watching baseball games as a kid.
Jones’s emotive delivery brings depth to the narrative, making listeners feel the protagonist’s longing and internal conflict. The song touches on themes of escapism, nostalgia, and the complexities of human relationships, resonating with anyone who has ever sought solace outside their usual surroundings.
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Lyrics
Well it sure feels good to come in here and just pull up a seat
A frosty mug of a cool one helps to beat the heat
These old dog days of summer Lord I’ll be glad when they’re gone
It’s too hot to fish too hot for golf and too cold at home
Well that baseball game on TV takes me back to when I was a kid
We proudly wore those uniforms just like the Dodgers did
Yeah we won a few and lost a few and for me it still goes on
It’s too hot to fish too hot for golf and too cold at home
Well I only planned on one or two I might stay for three
If that good looking thing in the corner keeps smiling back at me
It’s so easy not to care bout what’s right or what’s wrong
It’s too hot to fish too hot for golf and too cold at home