Trying to Be an Outlaw
Embracing Outlaw Spirit: Bonnie Bowlin's Journey
Lyrics
Well I got me a cowboy hat to stick a feather in
Expressing the acquisition of a cowboy hat as a symbolic step towards adopting an outlaw persona.
Then I found t-shirt that was dirty, worn, and thin
Finding and embracing a worn t-shirt, suggesting a commitment to a rugged and authentic outlaw image.
And now I'm trying to act like I'm Willie nelson's twin
Expressing the desire to resemble Willie Nelson in appearance and demeanor.
I'm just a woman trying to be an outlaw
Acknowledging the speaker as a woman striving to embody the outlaw archetype.
I heard Waylon Jennings say that if I tried
Referencing Waylon Jennings' advice on becoming an outlaw and facing the consequences, even death.
I'll go to willies nelsons house when it's time to die
Expressing a willingness to visit Willie Nelson's house upon death, influenced by Waylon Jennings' words.
I don't think that Waylon would ever tell a lie
Believing in Waylon Jennings' honesty and integrity.
I'm just a woman trying to be an outlaw
Reiterating the speaker's identity as a woman aspiring to be an outlaw.
Now I got my guitar
Announcing the acquisition of a guitar, a common symbol associated with outlaw country music.
And I'm trying to play it cool
Attempting to maintain a calm and collected demeanor while playing the guitar.
My husband keeps on telling me
Acknowledging criticism from the husband about the speaker's musical pursuits.
I look like a fool
Conveying the husband's perception that the speaker looks foolish while playing the guitar.
When I wash dishes I sing
Highlighting the speaker's habit of singing while performing mundane tasks like washing dishes.
Blues Eyes Crying in the Rain
Specifically mentioning a Willie Nelson song, "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain," indicating the influence of outlaw country in the speaker's life.
Jerry Jack, can I hop aboard your train
Expressing a desire to be associated with the outlaw lifestyle, represented metaphorically by asking to board Jerry Jack's train.
Jessi Coulter's made it and I wonder if I can
Wondering if the speaker can achieve success like Jessi Coulter in the outlaw country scene.
I know that every outlaw doesn't have to be a man
Rejecting the notion that outlaws must be exclusively male.
Outlaws ain't always the best singers in the land
Challenging the stereotype that outlaws must excel as singers.
I'm just a woman trying to be an outlaw
Reiterating the speaker's identity as a woman striving to be an outlaw.
I wonder if the Lord'd even hear the lady-outlaw's prayer
Questioning whether the speaker's prayers, as a female outlaw, would be heard by the Lord.
I wanna go to Texas but I can't afford the faire
Expressing a desire to go to Texas but facing financial constraints.
Missouri seems so far away from Tompall and his band
Feeling distant from the outlaw scene in Missouri, particularly Tompall and his band.
Lord, before I die I'd like to shake an outlaw's hand
Expressing a desire to shake hands with an outlaw before death.
Tanya Tucker's made it but she's prettier than I am
Noting Tanya Tucker's success but acknowledging differences in appearance.
And I can't grow a beard to hide my face like Willie can
Highlighting the inability to grow a beard as a gender-specific challenge in emulating Willie Nelson.
I'm not rich and famous with a couple of million fans
Acknowledging the absence of wealth and fame compared to established outlaw figures.
I'm just a woman trying to be an outlaw
Reiterating the speaker's identity and aspiration to be an outlaw.
I'm just a woman trying to be an outlaw
Affirming the commitment to being an outlaw despite challenges.
But in my heart I'll always be an outlaw
Expressing a lasting sense of being an outlaw in the speaker's heart.
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