Midnight Rider
Chasing Freedom: Midnight Rider's Escape Anthem
Lyrics
Well, I've got to run to keep from hiding
The singer feels a need to keep moving to avoid being concealed or remaining hidden.
And I'm bound to keep on riding
They are determined to continue traveling and moving forward.
And I've got one more silver dollar
There's a mention of having one more silver dollar, possibly indicating a limited resource or something of value.
But I'm not gonna let them catch me, no
The singer expresses a determination not to get caught or apprehended.
Not gonna let 'em catch the Midnight Rider
The singer refuses to let those pursuing (symbolized by 'them') capture the Midnight Rider, possibly representing themselves or an identity.
And I don't own the clothes I'm wearing
The singer doesn't have possession of the clothes they're currently wearing, suggesting a transient or nomadic lifestyle.
And the road goes on forever
The road seems endless, indicating a prolonged journey or sense of ongoing movement.
And I've got one more silver dollar
Reiteration of having another silver dollar, further emphasizing the value or scarcity of resources.
But I'm not gonna let them catch me, no
The determination to avoid capture is reinforced.
Not gonna let 'em catch the Midnight Rider
Reiteration of the refusal to be caught or captured as the Midnight Rider.
And I've gone by the point of caring
The singer has reached a point where they no longer care about something, possibly referring to societal norms or conventions.
Some old bed I'll soon be sharing
The idea of sharing a bed suggests a transient or uncertain living situation.
And I've got one more silver dollar
Another reference to having one more silver dollar, emphasizing its significance or scarcity.
But I'm not gonna let 'em catch me, no
The determination not to be caught or captured remains unwavering.
Not gonna let them catch the Midnight Rider
The singer adamantly refuses to let anyone capture the Midnight Rider.
But I'm not gonna let 'em catch me, no
Reiteration of the refusal to be caught or captured.
Not gonna let them catch the Midnight Rider
Reiteration of the refusal to let anyone capture the Midnight Rider.
But I'm not gonna let 'em catch me, no
Continued determination to evade capture or confinement.
Not gonna let them catch the Midnight Rider
Final emphasis on the refusal to let anyone capture the Midnight Rider.
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