The song "Dakota" by Mason Jennings tells the story of a brief encounter with a woman named Dakota. The narrator meets Dakota through a mutual friend from Minnesota, and upon meeting her, he is immediately drawn to her. Dakota is described as being six feet tall and expressing her disdain for the confines of walls. Dakota and the narrator step outside for some fresh air, and she is wearing a plain green dress, indicating her simplicity. Dakota mentions that it is cold outside and suggests that they should start running. She then kisses the narrator's ear and invites him to see her soon, claiming that she looks stunning when naked. The chorus of the song repeats the phrase, "When you do come, bring your six-guns, keep them loaded," which could be metaphorical for being ready and prepared for any challenges or conflicts that may arise. Dakota appears to be a strong and confident individual who wants the narrator to be equally prepared. The song goes on to describe Dakota's captivating qualities, which make the narrator feel ecstatic. She possesses something that makes him joyfully jump high in the sky, but also something that is fierce and mean like an angry dog. Despite this, the narrator is infatuated with her and wants to be more than just lucky in their relationship. The song concludes with the mention of Dakota driving a big black Ford pickup truck, and the narrator expresses his intention to visit her in the near future. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the importance of being prepared when encountering Dakota. Overall, "Dakota" is a song about a brief encounter with a captivating woman named Dakota and the fascination and intrigue she brings to the narrator's life.
