Grounded
Rooted Wisdom: Life's Lessons in Canaan Smith's 'Grounded'
Lyrics
I been down a thousand roads
I have experienced a multitude of journeys.
But I still hold on to my hometown area code
I still identify with my hometown area code due to the memories associated with it.
‘cause the memories made
Memories created in my past.
And the lessons learned
The experiences have taught me valuable lessons.
Keep one hand on the wheel no matter where I turn
Regardless of where I go, I remain grounded by keeping control.
I’m glad my daddy took my keys when he caught me drinkin’ beer
My father intervened responsibly when he caught me drinking beer.
And I can’t blame the coach who benched my ass my junior year
I acknowledge the coach who benched me in my junior year.
And don’t forget the girl that broke my heart and wrecked my plans
Acknowledging the impact of a past relationship that shattered my plans.
They made me who I am
These experiences collectively define my identity.
From the red dirt on my boots
The red dirt on my boots symbolizes my connection to the earth.
To the red word Gospel truth
The truth that comes from the red word Gospel is a foundation for me.
I’m tangled in these roots that keep me grounded
I am deeply rooted in these experiences that keep me grounded.
When I left home, well I knew it all
When I left home, I thought I knew everything.
I was gonna tear the world up like a wrecking ball
I had ambitious plans to conquer the world.
But the world don’t care what you think you know
However, the world is indifferent to what you believe you know.
Now every time it hits me like a big brick wall
Reality hits me unexpectedly and forcefully.
I’m glad my daddy took my keys when he caught me drinkin’ beer
Reflecting on my father's wise decision to take away my keys when caught drinking.
And I can’t blame the coach who benched my ass my junior year
Accepting responsibility for being benched by the coach in my junior year.
And don’t forget the girl that broke my heart and wrecked my plans
Acknowledging the impact of a past heartbreak on my plans.
‘cause they made me who I am
These experiences collectively shaped who I am.
From the red dirt on my boots
The red dirt on my boots is a tangible connection to my roots.
To the red word Gospel truth
The truth from the red word Gospel is a fundamental part of me.
I’m tangled in these roots that keep me grounded
My identity is entwined with the experiences that keep me grounded.
Grounded
Grounded.
Like the tallest pine on top of the Blue Ridge mountains
Comparable to the tallest pine on the Blue Ridge mountains.
And I wouldn’t wanna be no other way
I am content with who I am and wouldn't choose to be anyone else.
I’m glad my daddy took my keys when he caught me drinkin’ beer
Reflecting on my father's responsible intervention when caught drinking.
And I can’t blame the coach who benched my ass my junior year
Acknowledging the coach's decision to bench me in my junior year.
And everyone along the way whoever gave a damn
Gratitude towards everyone who cared along my journey.
Y’all made me who I am
Appreciation for those who contributed to shaping who I am.
From the red dirt on my boots
The red dirt on my boots symbolizes my connection to the earth.
To the red word Gospel truth
The truth from the red word Gospel is a fundamental part of me.
I’m tangled in the roots that keep me grounded
I am deeply rooted in the experiences that keep me grounded.
I’ll never leave these roots that keep me grounded
I am committed to never abandoning these roots that keep me grounded.
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