Lyrics
Just like a western movie, a challenge has been made.
Describes a challenging situation reminiscent of a western movie.
A shot was fired in anger, and pride stepped off the train.
Conflict escalated with a shot fired, and pride became a central issue.
Won't we ever stop this killin', me and you, till our hearts are up on boot hill and there's nothing we can do?
Expresses a desire to end the conflict and violence between two individuals before irreparable damage occurs.
Words at twenty paces, anger at high noon.
Using words as a weapon, indicating a verbal confrontation with high intensity.
This house ain't big enough for both of us. it's comin' soon.
The shared space is no longer accommodating both individuals, and a confrontation is imminent.
We'll finish off our happiness and run hope out of town.
Refers to the potential destruction of happiness and the departure of hope due to the impending conflict.
With words at twenty paces, lord, it's love we're gunnin' down.
Highlights the destructive power of words in the context of a love relationship.
How did we ever lose the dreams we used to share, the gentle touch, the words of love, the way we used to care?
Reflects on the loss of shared dreams, affectionate gestures, and caring attitudes.
Sometimes you words cut like a bullet in my side.
Describes the emotional impact of hurtful words, comparing them to a bullet wound.
Oh, which is more important, wounded hearts or wounded pride?
Ponders the importance of healing wounded hearts compared to preserving wounded pride.
I've got my ammunition. I know you've got yours too.
Metaphorically refers to having emotional weapons, acknowledging the potential for harm.
We know each other's weakness; lord, the damage we can do.
Recognizes the awareness of each other's vulnerabilities and the destructive power in their possession.
Why can't we just step aside and put our guns away?
Advocates for a resolution by stepping aside and letting go of the conflict.
Let love come like the cavalry: ride in and save the day?
Suggests that love should intervene and resolve the conflict, similar to the cavalry saving the day.
Words at twenty paces, anger at high noon.
Reiteration of the verbal confrontation, emphasizing its intensity.
This house ain't big enough for both of us. it's comin' soon.
Reiterates the unsuitability of the shared space and the impending confrontation.
We'll finish off our happiness and run hope out of town.
Foresees the destruction of happiness and the departure of hope due to the impending conflict.
With words at twenty paces, lord, it's love we're gunnin' down.
Reiterates the theme of using words to harm and destroy love in the relationship.
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