Discover the story of the song > Shade Tree Mechanic – z.z. hill

The song is about a protagonist who is offering to fix his partner's car. He promises to fix everything that's wrong with it, from the motor to the thermostat, and assures her not to worry because he is a skilled "shade tree mechanic". The lyrics repeat this message throughout the song, with the protagonist emphasizing his ability to fix the car and reassuring his partner not to panic.