"Paco & Ramone" is a song by Eddy Grant that tells the story of two friends, Paco and Ramone, who decide to live a free-spirited life on the freeway. The story takes place in Alabama, where they live a mile away from the narrator. Paco and Ramone dream of living a gypsy-style life in a caravan on the freeway. They want to live off figs, nuts, cans of beans, and country pone (a type of cornbread). They make a pact to pursue this lifestyle and are determined not to turn back. An Indian chief, who is a star and plays the guitar, wants to join them in their adventure. He offers to pay for company and wishes to perform on the freeway. However, he needs a van for his gigs. Paco and Ramone agree to let him join if he can secure a stand for his performances. Suddenly, an unbelievable arena grows on the freeway seemingly overnight. People from far and wide gather there, creating a festival of harmony. It becomes a place for the hungry Indians of peace to relax and enjoy themselves, creating their own laws. The song mentions a state trooper who is paralyzed from the waist down. He initially doesn't understand the festivities and tries to intervene, but eventually, he realizes the beauty of the moment. Unfortunately, the fun comes to an end when he calls for backup and Paco and Ramone need to go on the run. Overall, "Paco & Ramone" is a story about two friends who dare to live life on their terms, embracing a carefree and unconventional lifestyle. Despite facing obstacles, their spirit represents the desire for freedom and the pursuit of happiness.
