Lyrics
He's the king of the road
He is someone highly experienced or adept in navigating life's challenges.
The old man, the child
He embodies both experienced wisdom (old man) and youthful innocence (child).
The joker runnin' wild, makin' it funny
He's a playful and unpredictable character, finding humor and amusement in life.
He's of no fixed abode
He doesn't have a permanent residence or settled place.
When he carries the load
When he's responsible for something, he manages it with dedication.
He'll do anything he can to make it funny
He'll go to great lengths to bring joy and laughter to situations.
But he'll never say die
He remains resilient and determined despite challenges.
If he's livin' a lie
Even if he's not truthful about his situation, he perseveres.
Pick up his hat and go
If there's a need to move on from a difficult situation, he'll do so.
If there's reason to cry
Instead of showing overt sadness, he turns it into a more subtle expression.
He'll just make it a sigh
He doesn't dwell on negativity and continues his journey.
And wander on down the road
He continues his wandering lifestyle.
He's a natural friend
He's naturally inclined to be a companion and help others, sometimes financially.
With the money to lend
He's willing to do what's necessary to please or excite others.
Or whatever it takes to turn you on, too
He's multifaceted, representing different roles in life.
He's the father, the son
He represents various generational aspects - both a father figure and a youthful presence.
He don't owe anyone
He's not indebted to anyone; he manages his responsibilities well.
All his debts are all paid
He's settled his obligations through his own means, possibly charm or charisma.
With his confection
He settles debts or issues with his sweetness or charm.
Then he'll wander away
He continues his wandering lifestyle without being constrained by time.
With no time in his way
-Pick up his hat and go
He's ready to move on whenever necessary.
He'll never say die
He persists despite challenges or falsehoods.
If he's livin' a lie
He keeps going even if he's not entirely truthful about his life.
Just wander on down the road
He continues his wandering, carefree lifestyle.
Wander on down the road
-And he'll wander away
Reiteration of his carefree wandering nature.
With no time in his way
-Pick up his hat and go
He's always ready to move on to the next adventure.
He never said die
He persists without giving up, regardless of circumstances.
He was livin' a lie
Even if he's not completely truthful about his life, he continues forward.
Just wandered on down the road
Continued emphasis on his carefree, wandering lifestyle.
Wandered on down the road
-Wandered on down the road
-Ah
Non-verbal expressions adding depth or emotion to the narrative.
Mm
-Ah
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