Sweet Wyoming Home
Journey to the Heartland: Sweet Wyoming Serenade
Lyrics
There's a silence on the prairie; that a man can't help but feel
Expresses the quietness and solitude on the prairie, creating a contemplative atmosphere.
Shadows growing longer now; Nipping at my heels
Describes the lengthening shadows, possibly symbolizing challenges or difficulties approaching.
I know that soon that old four-lane; that runs beneath my wheels
Anticipates the journey on the four-lane road, suggesting movement and travel.
Will take me home; to my Sweet Wyoming Home.
Highlights the destination, emphasizing the emotional connection to the speaker's home in Wyoming.
I headed down the road last summer; with a few good friends of mine
Recalls a past summer journey with friends, where the speaker faced financial challenges but cherishes the memories.
They all hit the money, Lord; I didn't make a dime.
Contrasts the speaker's lack of financial success with the success of their friends.
The entry fees they took my dough; the travelin' took my time;
Details the financial and time sacrifices made during the journey.
And I'm headed home; to my Sweet Wyoming Home
Expresses the speaker's determination to return home despite setbacks.
Watch the moon; smiling in the sky
Invites contemplation of the moon, suggesting a connection to nature and tranquility.
Hum a tune; Prairie lullaby;
Encourages humming a prairie lullaby, conveying a sense of comfort and familiarity.
Hear the wind; And old coyotes cry
References the wind and coyotes, evoking the sounds of the prairie and reinforcing the connection to nature.
A song of home; Sweet Wyoming Home
Describes a song symbolizing home and specifically Sweet Wyoming Home.
Now the rounders they all wish you luck; when they know you're in a jam
Portrays the supportive nature of fellow "rounders" in challenging situations.
But your money's ridin' on the bull; and he don't give a damn
Draws attention to the indifference of the bull in a rodeo, emphasizing the unpredictability of life.
Well there's shows in all the cities; cities turn your heart to clay
Highlights the challenges of city life and the impact on one's emotions.
Takes all a man can muster; just to try and get away
Conveys the difficulty of breaking free from city life and pursuing one's own path.
The songs I'm used to hearin'; ain''t the kind the jukebox play
Contrasts the speaker's preferred music with the mainstream tunes found in jukeboxes.
And I'm headed home; To my Sweet Wyoming Home
Reiterates the determination to return home despite the challenges faced.
Well I've always loved the ridin'; there ain' t nothing quite the same
Expresses the speaker's deep love for rodeo riding and the unique experiences it offers.
Another year might bring me luck; win in another game
Shares optimism about the possibility of luck and success in future rodeo games.
There's a magpie on a fence rail; that's callin' out my name
Introduces a magpie, a bird associated with omens, possibly symbolizing a guiding force calling the speaker home.
And he calls me home, To my Sweet Wyoming Home
Emphasizes the bird's call as a beckoning toward Sweet Wyoming Home.
Watch the moon; smiling in the sky
Reprises the moon imagery, maintaining a connection to the tranquil and natural elements.
Hum a tune; Prairie lullaby;
Encourages humming and reinforces the idea of a comforting prairie lullaby.
Hear the wind; And old coyotes cry
Recalls the sounds of the wind and coyotes, reinforcing the connection to the prairie.
A song of home; Sweet Wyoming Home
Reiterates the significance of a song representing home, particularly Sweet Wyoming Home.
It's a song of Home, Sweet Wyoming Home
Affirms the song's identity as a representation of Sweet Wyoming Home.
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