Barefoot Mountain Child
Barefoot Mountain Child: A Nostalgic Ode to Nature's Lullaby
Lyrics
It's been so long since I went out on my own, been so far sometimes I forget,
Long time since being independent, sometimes forgetting due to distance.
A southern sunset
Describing a southern sunset.
A rope swing in the dogwood breeze blowing the trees of the Tennessee foothills
Evoking memories of a carefree atmosphere in Tennessee foothills.
I remember how it feels
Recollection of the emotional experience of that time.
To be a barefoot mountain child
Identifying with a carefree upbringing in mountainous surroundings.
With the creeks and fields and trees singing their songs
Connection to nature, with creeks, fields, and trees having their own melodies.
Growing up to the sounds of the wild
Growing up surrounded by the sounds of the untamed wilderness.
Mama raised me right and Mama raised me strong
Mother's influence in imparting proper values and strength.
This barefoot mountain child
Reiteration of the identity as a barefoot mountain child.
Everything we needed and nothing that we didn't was all we ever had
Contentment with the essentials, emphasizing simplicity.
Kinda like a half filled glass
Comparing life to a partially filled glass, appreciating what's present.
It was a simple kind of life that Mama made us, but everything she had, she gave us,
Mother's role in creating a simple life and selfless giving.
And I'll never be ashamed of
Pride in the upbringing received, expressing no shame.
This barefoot mountain child
Reaffirmation of being a barefoot mountain child.
With the creeks and fields and trees singing their songs, growing up to the sounds of the wild
Continuation of the connection to nature and wild sounds.
Mama raised me right and Mama raised me strong
Reiteration of the positive influence of the mother.
This barefoot mountain child
Restating the identity as a barefoot mountain child.
Still in the heart of me, Like a pony running free, in my heart I'll always be,
Embedded memory of the carefree spirit enduring within.
This barefoot mountain child, with the creeks and fields and trees singing their songs,
Reaffirmation of the connection to nature and wild sounds.
Growing up to the sounds of the wild
Continuation of growing up with the untamed environment.
Mama raised me right and Mama raised me strong
Reiteration of the positive maternal influence.
This barefoot mountain child
Final assertion of identity as a barefoot mountain child.
Barefoot mountain child
Repetition and emphasis on being a barefoot mountain child.
Oooh
Expressive sound, possibly reflecting a sentiment or emotion.
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