Out from St. Louis I wasn't choosy
I just wanted to get back on the road
I hitched in cars and worked in bars
Looking for a place to lay down 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 all right
Don't worry
You can stay all night
I thought it was any easy ride
But I didn't know where I was until I got inside

She said, "Ok sonny, give me your money
And don't start any fooling around"
I said "What?" I said "What?
Don't you think you're turning me upside down"

She said, "I don't care, I've been everywhere
And I've not been 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 let's get started now
I know what you're talking about

Now in the morning  as the day was dawning
Shady asked me if I'd stay there awhile
I said "Stay? Baby, no way"
But I couldn't keep myself from a smile

I said now no bye-bye's "Go in and dry your eyes
That ain't fitting for a lady like you
Why not be smart and give your life another score
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