Don’t Reconcile in Public
Debbie “Hayride” Harper & The Prairie Songbirds
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(Verse 1)
They pulled off I-85 at exit one-seven-three,
Lookin’ for a spot to settle their spree.
They had a lovers’ quarrel that needed a fix,
But their idea of privacy was sure a risky mix.
(Chorus)
Don’t reconcile in public, don’t do it on the lawn,
That patch of grass ain’t meant for gettin’ it on.
They thought no one was lookin’, but the folks could see,
Love’s best behind closed doors, far from Mickey D’s.
(Verse 2)
Between the McDonald’s arches and the Raceway sign,
They were kissin’ and makin’ up, feelin’ just fine.
But the folks drivin’ by got more than their fries,
And Lavonia’s finest had a big surprise.
(Chorus)
So don’t reconcile in public, that grass ain’t your bed,
There’s a time and place, but this spot’s misled.
You can hug it out in private or drive back home,
But out there in the daylight, y’all better stay alone.
(Bridge)
The Lavonia cops put out a little request,
“Get a room, go home, or give it a rest!
If you’re foolish enough to try it here,
Our cuffs are waitin’ if you hold love dear.”
(Verse 3)
Now they were long gone before the blue lights flashed,
Their “reconciliation” just a roadside bash.
Left behind a scandal and some baffled minds,
While the cops made a post with some love advice lines.
(Chorus)
Oh, don’t reconcile in public, just take it inside,
There’s a place for affection but not roadside pride.
They left Lavonia shakin’ heads and laughin’ too—
Next time pick a spot with at least a view!
(Outro)
So here’s to love rekindled, to makin’ amends,
Just keep it in the car or tell some trusted friends.
Lavonia’s finest won’t be fooled next time—
They’ll be waitin’ for lovebirds out steppin’ the line.
Lyrics and Music by Alan Nafzger
Last Updated on June 9, 2026 by Alan Nafzger