“That Smell” is a classic song by Lynyrd Skynyrd that was released in 1977. It was written by Ronnie Van Zant and Allen Collins and was part of the band’s fifth studio album, Street Survivors. The song is an ode to the dangers of drug abuse and has become an iconic part of the Southern rock genre.
Origin of “That Smell”
“That Smell” was written by Ronnie Van Zant and Allen Collins and was released as the lead single from the album Street Survivors. The song was inspired by the dangerous drug abuse that was rampant in the Southern rock scene at the time. It was a warning to those engaging in such behavior, cautioning them of the dangers and consequences of their actions.
Full Lyrics of “That Smell”
“Smoke from the pipe, layin’ low
Drinkin’ whiskey out of a fruit jar
Don’t you think about the consequences
Don’t you think about your soul
Smoke from the pipe, layin’ low
Drinkin’ whiskey out of a fruit jar
Don’t you think about the consequences
Don’t you think about the law
That smell, that smell
Oh, that smell
The smell of death surrounds you
People walking ’round with tombstone eyes
Living and dying with lies in their heads
Don’t you think about the consequences
Don’t you think about the law
That smell, that smell
Oh, that smell
The smell of death surrounds you
Mama told me not to come
Mama told me not to come
Mama said, “Stay away from that evil one”
That smell, that smell
Oh, that smell
The smell of death surrounds you
Mama told me not to come
Mama told me not to come
Mama said, “Stay away from that evil one”
“That Smell” is an iconic song by Lynyrd Skynyrd that captures the dangers and consequences of drug abuse. The song has become a classic of the Southern rock genre and is remembered for its powerful message.