oh i've been tried since convicted of a crime

so unusual it blows my mind

and though i know i'm guilty and serving out my time

i feel worse for what i left behind

cause even though i'll never sling a gun

i'm a pistol honey

lock me up and throw away the key

find yourself a nice girl maybe settle down

ain't no use in waiting round for me

i used to cross my ankles and doddle up my eyes

but darling it should come as no surprise

i discovered manners wouldn't get me very far

i'd go further if i stole your car

cause even though i'll never sling a gun

i'm a pistol honey

lock me up and throw away the key

find yourself a nice girl maybe settle down

ain't no use in waiting around for me

i'm a pistol honey

lock me up and throw away the key

now i'm in the slammer hugging petty sue