What the Funk!--War - Low Rider

In addition to the classic car and classic street rod and hot rod hobbyists, a number of whom we might want to label as “Rolex” car people, several other significant car subcultures have emerged in recent times, each with its own distinctive ethnic and generational members. In the Latino communities of Southern California, “Low-Riders” have become so significant that a special exhibit was dedicated to them at the Peterson Museum in 2005. Low Rider culture was first institutionalized with Low Rider Magazine in 1978. 

The Low-Rider was often a Chevrolet or other common model that had been tricked out with special hydraulically-operated shocks to shake the car rhythmically. It was a car that reflected  its hispanic and black owners, namely one that was not wanted or appreciated in American mainstream life. With powerful sound systems and brilliantly decorated and painted bodies, the Low-Rider reflects values associated with the Hispanic culture, especially family and community. Although not publicized, however, low-rider culture could also be connected with gangs and automobile theft.

Low Rider"

All my friends know the low rider
The low rider is a little higher
Yeah

The low rider drives a little slower
Low rider is a real goer
Hey

Low rider knows every street, yeah
Low rider is the one to meet, yeah

Low rider don't use no gas now
The low rider don't drive too fast

Take a little trip, take a little trip
Take a little trip and see
Take a little trip, take a little trip
Take a little trip with me