Well it must’ve been 100 in that summer sun
And I’ve been in it all day
Putting up with that prick of an owner’s son
Making me some hillbilly pay
Working right through lunch, busting my hump
Helping his daddy stay rich
So when he kept me behind to pull some overtime
I told that little son of a bitch
Hey I’ve been punching your clock, giving all I got
Putting up with your pain in the rear
Adios, I’m done, you can find me son
Between a hottie and an ice cold beer
Hey I’ve been breaking my hump but it’s never enough
Ain’t a part of me that doesn’t hurt
Hey but lucky for me you can easily see
I still got a finger that works
Yea I’ve been dragging home almost every night
‘Bout the time that you’re going out
Wearing something way too short and tight
Leaving me and the dog on a couch
Yea, now word’s getting round you’ve been sneaking downtown
Dancing way too risky
Well I got a few dirty dance moves too
And a cute little one finger wave
Hey I’ve been punching your clock, giving all I got
Putting up with your pain in the rear
Adios, I’m done, you can find me hun
Between a hottie and an ice cold beer
Hey I’ve been breaking my hump but it’s never enough
Ain’t a part of me that doesn’t hurt
Hey but lucky for me you can easily see
I still got a finger that works
Here it comes
Hey I’ve been punching your clock, giving all I got
Putting up with your pain in the rear
Adios, I’m done, you can find me hun
Between a hottie and an ice cold beer
Hey I’ve been busting my ass, you don’t care about that
Ain’t a part of me that doesn’t hurt
Hey but lucky for me you can easily see
I still got a finger that works
Oh yea
Woo!
Yes I do
Look at that thing
You know you’re number one, baby
Defiance and Humor in Hard Times
“I Still Got A Finger” by Blake Shelton is a country anthem that blends humor with a dose of defiance. The lyrics tell the story of a hardworking man, pushed to his limits by a demanding boss and a partner who seems to care little for his efforts. Instead of wallowing, Shelton’s narrator responds with a cheeky sense of rebellion—using the metaphor of “a finger that works” to stand up for himself. The song’s playful tone and candid lyrics make it relatable to anyone who’s ever felt underappreciated, both at work and at home.
A Blue-Collar Standout
What sets this track apart is its unapologetic attitude and witty wordplay. Shelton channels the frustrations of the everyday worker, turning resignation into empowerment. The repeated references to a “one finger wave” are a clever nod to expressing frustration in a way that’s both funny and bold. With its catchy chorus and honest storytelling, “I Still Got A Finger” stands out as a memorable, cathartic country song.
Song Credits
Artist: Blake Shelton
Songwriters: Rhett Akins, Ben Hayslip, Dallas Davidson
Release Year: 2011
Label: Warner Bros. Nashville