Not for Heroes
Pride in the Saddle: A Tribute to the Unseen Cowboys
Lyrics
There are songs about the heroes and the great things they have done
Recognition of songs praising heroes and their achievements.
And the hell they went through to get this far
Acknowledgment of the challenges and hardships heroes face.
But this song is for the cowboy who never been a hero
Focusing on a song dedicated to a cowboy who is not a hero.
And the hard times he goes through all the while
Highlighting the tough experiences the cowboy endures.
And all that he's got goin' is his pride
Emphasizing that the cowboy's pride is all he possesses.
He's never been a hero and he probably never be one
Acknowledging that the cowboy isn't and may never be a hero.
But in his heart he knows he gave his all
Despite not being a hero, the cowboy believes he gave his best.
My hat goes off to you my friend and to the champ you might have been
Paying respect to the cowboy and recognizing his potential.
If Lady Luck had smiled on you at all
Speculating on what the cowboy could achieve with better luck.
He gives it all he's got but it's never quite enough
Describing the cowboy's persistent effort despite falling short.
Oh the Lord and him alone know how he's tried
Acknowledging that only the Lord knows the extent of the cowboy's struggle.
But he'll try and try again although he'll never win
Expressing the cowboy's determination to keep trying, even without victory.
And all that he's got goin' is his pride
Reiterating that the cowboy's pride is his sole possession.
He's never been a hero...
Repeating the acknowledgment that the cowboy is not a hero.
The bones are just too tough and he doesn't have enough
Pointing out the cowboy's physical limitations and lack of necessary qualities.
Of what it takes to make it to the top
Explaining why the cowboy struggles to reach the pinnacle of success.
What makes him want to go well Lord I guess I know
Reflecting on the cowboy's deep passion for what he does.
He loves it too damn much to ever stop
Stating that the cowboy's love for his work is insurmountable.
He's never been a hero...
Reiterating that the cowboy is not a hero.
He bites the dust once more gets up to hear no score
Describing the physical toll on the cowboy, emphasizing his resilience.
Then he stumbles to the chutes to ease the pain
Detailing the cowboy's response to pain and determination to continue.
And underneath his breath he cusses to himself
Revealing the cowboy's frustration and determination to overcome.
I'll ride him if I get the chance again
Expressing the cowboy's commitment to facing challenges again.
He's never been a hero...
Reaffirming that the cowboy is not a hero.
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